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Welcome to the Searching for Mana show in association with the London Stock Exchange, the leading podcast that interviews tech's most influential leaders, innovators and disruptors to discover their mana – the superpower that has helped them to succeed. Hosted by Lloyd Wahed, co-founder of the Mana group, which is focused on building the future of work via their search, lab and venture business, the podcast is a must-see/listen for industry insiders, established or budding entrepreneurs, or anyone with an interest in the most exciting and dynamic sector in the world.

Searching for Mana with Lloyd Wahed Lloyd Wahed

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Welcome to the Searching for Mana show in association with the London Stock Exchange, the leading podcast that interviews tech's most influential leaders, innovators and disruptors to discover their mana – the superpower that has helped them to succeed. Hosted by Lloyd Wahed, co-founder of the Mana group, which is focused on building the future of work via their search, lab and venture business, the podcast is a must-see/listen for industry insiders, established or budding entrepreneurs, or anyone with an interest in the most exciting and dynamic sector in the world.

    Sidney Powell, Maple - The State Of On-Chain Lending | The Missing Link

    Sidney Powell, Maple - The State Of On-Chain Lending | The Missing Link

    On this month's episode of The Missing Link, we're joined by Sidney Powell. Sid is the CEO & Co-Founder of Maple, and with his Co-Founder Joe Flanagan, launched Maple in 2021. Maple is transforming capital markets through technology having facilitated over $3b in loans since launch in 2021. During Sid's career in traditional finance, he participated in $3BN+ of corporate bond issuance, established and ran a $200M+ bond funding program, and managed Treasury at a commercial lending FinTech company. During the episode, Sid breaks down the web2 finance space as a tax on global gdp, the past and future of Maple, AI underwriting, and his opinion on a two-tiered missing link. Check it out! This podcast does not contain any financial or legal advice and you should not seek to rely on it as such. Opinions are the personal opinions of the speaker.


    The Missing Link is a podcast produced by Nayms, our partner in the Searching for Mana podcast.

    Nayms: https://nayms.com
    Mana: https://searchingformana.com

    Like this episode and subscribe to this channel if our content helped and inspired you! See you in our next episode!

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    Searching for Mana is a UK-based podcast which focuses on tech innovation in finance, and features interviews with influencers, leaders and founders in the fintech space, from unicorn companies to financial disruptors. Previous guests have included the Director of Growth at Oaknorth, the CEO of BCB Group (the UK’s first licensed crypto bank), the CEO of Innovate Finance (the industry body for UK fintech) and Ed Vaizey, the UK’s longest serving Minister for Technology.
    Each hour-long episode gains insight into how the guest got into fintech, what they’re currently focused on, what their companies are all about, as well as some of the important trends within the wider fintech sector.

    The show is presented by Lloyd Wahed, a London-born tech entrepreneur who has founded two recruiting firms, Athelstan Search and Mana Search and has successfully helped scale a number of unicorn technology companies.

    Follow Mana Search on Twitter: https://twitter.com/manasearchuk​​
    Follow Mana Search on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mana-talent/

    • 50 min
    The Missing Link | 2023 Recap - Episode 13

    The Missing Link | 2023 Recap - Episode 13

    On the first episode of 2024, Dan and Danielle reflect on ONE WHOLE YEAR of The Missing Link! With so many epic guests in 2023, we've had some wonderful conversations with industry leaders.

    They look back on all the "missing links" in the industry and how we can start to make some progress to promote mass adoption. There are several themes throughout the episode, and they even share what they think is the missing link (besides insurance!).

    Don't miss this episode with your favorite podcast hosts, it's a good one! This episode is a can't-miss!

    This podcast does not contain any financial or legal advice and you should not seek to rely on it as such. Opinions are the personal opinions of the speaker.


    The Missing Link is a podcast produced by Nayms, our partner in the Searching for Mana podcast.

    Nayms: https://nayms.com
    Mana: https://searchingformana.com

    Like this episode and subscribe to this channel if our content helped and inspired you! See you in our next episode!

    ___________________________________________

    Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2Hhg4gB​​
    Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3kKZQKl

    Searching for Mana is a UK-based podcast which focuses on tech innovation in finance, and features interviews with influencers, leaders and founders in the fintech space, from unicorn companies to financial disruptors. Previous guests have included the Director of Growth at Oaknorth, the CEO of BCB Group (the UK’s first licensed crypto bank), the CEO of Innovate Finance (the industry body for UK fintech) and Ed Vaizey, the UK’s longest serving Minister for Technology.
    Each hour-long episode gains insight into how the guest got into fintech, what they’re currently focused on, what their companies are all about, as well as some of the important trends within the wider fintech sector.

    The show is presented by Lloyd Wahed, a London-born tech entrepreneur who has founded two recruiting firms, Athelstan Search and Mana Search and has successfully helped scale a number of unicorn technology companies.

    Follow Mana Search on Twitter: https://twitter.com/manasearchuk​​
    Follow Mana Search on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mana-talent/

    • 33 min
    CEO & Founder of Root, Louw Hopley | Changing the Game in Insurance Technology

    CEO & Founder of Root, Louw Hopley | Changing the Game in Insurance Technology

    In this new episode of Searching for Mana, we delve into the exciting world of insurance and cutting-edge technology. Led by our knowledgeable hosts Dan O'Riordan and Sachin Doshi, the discussion explores how the technical prowess of companies like Root is inspiring a new generation of insurance services.

    Louw Hopley is the CEO and co-founder of Root, an end-to-end digital insurance platform that enables the launching of new products and digital engagement channels fast.

    Root is based in Green Point, Cape Town, and Louw shares how this innovative company is redefining the industry not only in Africa, but in more places of the globe, such as the UK. He also shares his experience in creating cultural values and adapting them as the business scales up at a rapidly changing speed.

    ❓Curious about Louw Hopley and Root? Dive deep into their ideas here: 

    Louw Hopley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louwhopley/
    Root: https://rootplatform.com

    Follow Searching For Mana to stay tuned into our latest episodes.

    Website: https://manasearch.co.uk/browse-jobs/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mana.search/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mana1

    ✍️ We'd love to hear your thoughts! Drop us a comment with your opinion, experiences, and questions – we would love to bring them to our future episodes!

    👍 Like this episode and subscribe to this channel if our content helped and inspired you! See you in our next episode!

    • 51 min
    Erik Voorhees, Private Investor

    Erik Voorhees, Private Investor

    • 1 hr 2 min
    CEO & Founder of Uncapped, Piotr Pisarz | Helping founders win through fast flexible finance

    CEO & Founder of Uncapped, Piotr Pisarz | Helping founders win through fast flexible finance

    In this episode of Searching for Mana, we're sitting down with Piotr Pisarz, founder and CEO of Uncapped, a leading alternative finance provider empowering companies to turbocharge growth through non-dilutive capital.

    Piotrz shares the trailblazing path charted by Uncapped in the realm of entrepreneurial finance: from the initial tremors of rejection to the eventual seismic paradigm shift in the financing landscape.

    Join us as we unearth insights about the company's early years, insights on the hiring process from a founder's perspective and the exciting future that lies ahead.

    ❓Curious about Piotr Pisarz and Uncapped? Dive deep into their ideas here:

    Piotr Pisarz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piotrpisarz/
    Uncapped: https://www.weareuncapped.com



    Follow Searching For Mana to stay tuned into our latest episodes.

    Website: https://manasearch.co.uk/browse-jobs/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mana.search/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mana1

    ✍️ We'd love to hear your thoughts! Drop us a comment with your opinion, experiences, and questions – we would love to bring them to our future episodes!

    👍 Like this episode and subscribe to this channel if our content helped and inspired you! See you in our next episode!

    • 29 min
    Head of Product, Visa Cross-Border Solutions - Piers Marais | Searching for Mana

    Head of Product, Visa Cross-Border Solutions - Piers Marais | Searching for Mana

    In this episode of the Searching for Mana podcast, hosts Dan O'Riordan and Sachin Doshi have an insightful conversation with Piers Marais, Head of Product, Visa Cross-Border Solutions.

    Piers Marais shares his Currencycloud journey and how this Visa solution is transforming the way people and businesses pay and are paid globally.
    They also engage in an enlightening discussion on the importance of visualization and looking into the future, touching on topics such as the power of product management and the use of AI.

    Don't miss this captivating episode where technology, innovation, and disruptive individuals intersect with the cutting edge of the fintech and payment space.

    ❓Curious about Piers Marais and Visa? Dive deep into their ideas here:

    Piers Marais: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piersmarais/

    Visa Cross-Border Solutions
    https://www.currencycloud.com/company/news/visa-cross-border-solutions-helps-businesses-grow-globally/

    Follow Searching For Mana to stay tuned into our latest episodes.

    Website: https://manasearch.co.uk/browse-jobs/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mana.search/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mana1

    ✍️ We'd love to hear your thoughts! Drop us a comment with your opinion, experiences, and questions – we would love to bring them to our future episodes!

    👍 Like this episode and subscribe to this channel if our content helped and inspired you! See you in our next episode!

    • 52 min

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AllllllEars ,

Future of Work POV

The perspectives shared on the FoW were honest and energizing. Aside from simply hearing that there are relevant leaders who understand and share the desire for the freedom and trust workers are seeking, the moderators and Tony elaborate on the variables around the need for improved management at every level. Not stopping there, they shared insights of the practical approach in recruiting, structure, and building culture that will create a desirable Future of Work, that is human centric. This episode alone offers some incredible value in framing a businesses approach to their own evolution of work.

Izudancer669 ,

Crypto will solve payment fraud

The interview about the future of fraud , crypto and AI with Sardine CEO was most illuminating. This may solve the massive chargeback problem that plagues Visa and MasterCard payments.

Having previously built one of the largest internet entertainment sites in my past I wish we would have had blockchain. Certainly would have helped with meetings with Visa about the number of chargebacks on the network. Lloyd is a true masterful interviewer bringing out the experience of the guest.

TreatyoSelfBoo ,

Brass Tax

Lloyd has a laid back, no frills approach to his interview style. Great questions with no unnecessary forced banter or embarrassing attempts at humor like so many entrepreneur focused podcasts have. I particularly like how Lloyd asked his guest about their daily work routine. Great sound quality and editing, too. Looking forward to more episodes!

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