11/01/2023

Why Failure Is Important with Sonya Barlow, Founder at LMF Network

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we showcase successful entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse backgrounds. Today we have an extraordinary guest joining us, Sonya Barlow. She is an award-winning founder of LMF Network, bestselling author, and thought leader in tech entrepreneurship and social inclusion. She is also the founder of the Social Inclusion Network and the Professional Mentoring App Network, upskilling 20,000 people in three years. Sonya is also on the verge of launching their innovative app, often described as if LinkedIn and Bumble had a baby. With two TEDx talks, a keynote for the House of Commons, and titles like UK Entrepreneur of the Year and LinkedIn Changemaker, Sonya's impact is undeniable. Her writing has graced publications like The Telegraph, Metro, sifted, and TripAdvisor. With over 100,000 followers, Sonya shares content that entertains informs, and educates. Get ready for an inspiring conversation with this remarkable thought leader. Powered by Capitalixe Podcast Host: Lissele Pratt

1h 1m

10/18/2023

Embracing Entrepreneurship and Starting Strong with Janthana Kaenprakhamroy, CEO and Founder at Tapoly

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we showcase successful entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse backgrounds. Today, we're thrilled to have Janthana, the CEO and founder of Tapoly, a pioneering force in the fintech industry. Janthana's Tapoly has received prestigious awards such as Innovator of the Year at the UK FinTech Awards and Technological Development at the European Business Awards. Her company specializes in tailored commercial insurance for micro SMEs and freelancers. And it's also driving innovation globally with white-labeled SaaS solutions. Recognized as “Insurance Woman of the Year” at the Woman in Finance Awards and listed amongst Forbes's top 100 women founders to watch, Janthana is a true industry leader with a background as a chartered accountant and former audit director at top-tier investment banks, she brings extensive expertise to fintech. This is a truly inspirational episode which I’m sure you’ll love. Powered by Capitalixe Podcast Host: Lissele Pratt

38 min

10/04/2023

Personal Branding: Crafting Your Legacy with Gemma Livermoore, Founder of Women of Fintech

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we showcase successful entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse backgrounds. Today, we have a remarkable guest with over two decades of experience in fintech marketing. Gemma Livermore, the Head of International FS Marketing at Seismic, is a visionary in the industry. She’s not only a master storyteller but also the founder of ‘Women of Fintech,’ a thriving community of over 4,000 women. Gemma’s career is a testament to her ability to blend innovation, community, and storytelling seamlessly. Her commitment to elevating women in fintech has had a profound impact, reaching over 14,000 eager learners and enthusiasts. She also embodies the power of a cohesive personal brand, skilfully blending fintech acumen, narrative mastery, and community leadership—all while staying unapologetically true to herself. Her journey shows that an authentic personal brand serves as both a career accelerator and a blueprint for a balanced, fulfilling life.And as Gemma Livermore says in this episode “It’s being as true to yourself and your values as you can possibly be” This episode is not one to miss if you’re looking to build your brand up! Powered by Capitalixe Podcast Host: Lissele Pratt

43 min

09/20/2023

Women at the Top: Rethinking Role Models with Monica Millares, Principal Product at BigPay

On this episode, I'm excited to welcome a powerhouse in the fintech world, Monica Millares. 🌟A product leader and advocate for women in tech, Monica has spent over a decade reshaping the fintech landscape. 🌐 She was instrumental in the genesis of Big Pay in Malaysia, taking the neobank from its foundational stages to becoming one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing platforms, boasting over 1.37 million active users. 🚀But Monica's impact doesn't stop there. She holds a seat on the board of PayEd, an organization committed to education in the payments sector. Recognized among Singapore's top 65 fintech product leaders and as a pioneering woman in fintech, she's a force to be reckoned with. 🏆Apart from her day job, Monica is the voice behind the podcast 🎙️ 'Purpose-Driven Fintech: Building Products with Impact.' She also shares her insights through her newsletter 📧, 'Innovating Fintech', and 🎓mentors the next generation of professionals, setting them on a path to career success. 🔥Tune in to hear Monica's unique insights into fintech, her journey to creating impact, and the lessons she's picked up along the way! 🎧 Socials - Monica Millares https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicamillares - Lissele Pratt https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisselepratt - Powered by Capitalixe - https://capitalixe.com

50 min

09/06/2023

Reframing Confidence Through Systems Reform with Nadia Edwards-Dashti Co-Founder of Harrington Starr

On this episode, I’m honoured to bring you the incredible Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Co-Founder of Harrington Starr, a leading Financial Technology recruitment group 🌟🔥 With 18 years of experience in the financial services technology sector, Nadia has played a significant role in helping over 2000 people find their dream jobs. As the Chief Customer Officer, she hosts the thought-provoking podcast series 'The DEI Discussions' to share the challenges and successes of those driving equitable change in the industry.📚 Nadia is also an accomplished author of the book 'FinTech Women Walk the Talk: Moving the needle for workplace gender equality in Financial Services and beyond,' featuring insights from 100+ inspiring podcast interviewees.💼 Her dedication to gender equality is evident through her award-winning campaign "19% List," providing continuous visibility of female technologists seeking job opportunities.🏆 Nadia's remarkable achievements have earned her accolades such as the 'Most Inspirational Recruitment Leader' at the Investing in Talent 2019 Awards, recognition in the Innovate Finance: Women in FinTech Powerlist, and being named among the Top 100 Women in FinTech by FinTech Magazine in 2022.🌐 As an Industrial Fellow at the University of East London's Centre of FinTech and the 'Positive Trouble Maker of the Year 2022' by the European Women's Payment Network, Nadia's impact on the industry is truly remarkable!🎧 Join us for an insightful new episode of ‘Success Secrets’ as we delve into Nadia's journey, her passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how she is driving positive change in the #financialservices sector.Socials Nadia Edwards-Dashti - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiaedwardsdashti/ Lissele Pratt - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisselepratt/ Website Harrington Star - https://www.harringtonstarr.com/Capitalixe - https://capitalixe.com/

49 min

08/09/2023

Remote Team Triumph: The Trust Factor

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we showcase successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. Today, we are honoured to have Jamie Haerewa the Co-Founder and Managing Director at Agile HRO, a renowned international Human Resources outsourcing & payroll company with a strong presence in APAC, LATAM, Europe, and the US. With over 13 years of hands-on experience in the global PEO (professional employer organisation), global mobility, and workforce solutions, Jamie is a trailblazer in the world of #HR and a true visionary in the global market. Jamie is not only a business leader, but a recognized thought leader who has been featured in prestigious publications like Talent Culture, Business Leader, Financial IT, Business Chief, Finance Monthly, Global Banking & Finance Review, The HRDirector, Startup Magazine, and Grit Daily.Powered by Capitalixe Podcast Host: Lissele Pratt

37 min

07/26/2023

Shattering Stereotypes: From PR To Powerhouse with Kimberly Waldron Co-founder of SkyParlour

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we showcase successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. Today, we are honored to have Kimberley Waldron, an award-winning advisor and entrepreneur, co-founder of Fintech PR agency SkyParlour, and the host of Future of Banking podcast. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavours, Kimberley is also a mentor at the Rise by Barclays Fintech program and co-chairs the Pro Manchester Fintech committee. With her wealth of experience and industry knowledge, Kimberley has earned numerous accolades, including recognition as one of the top 100 Women in Fintech by FinTech Magazine, the Innovate Finance Women in Fintech Powerlist, and a finalist for the Women in Business Awards. We are excited to hear from Kimberley today and learn more about her journey to success. Welcome to the show Kimberly! SocialsKimberly Waldron - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberley-waldron-skyparlour/Lissele Pratt - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisselepratt/Sponsored by Capitalixe - https://capitalixe.com/

59 min

07/12/2023

Aligning Purpose & Career In Fintech with Emma Kisby CEO at Cogo EMEA

Welcome to Success Secrets, the podcast where we dive into the inspiring stories of individuals who have overcome obstacles and achieve remarkable success in their professional lives. Join us as we sit down with entrepreneurs, executives and trailblazers from diverse backgrounds who are broken down barriers and shattered glass ceilings. We explore their journeys, strategies and insight and learn how they've navigated challenges, persevere through setbacks and reached their goals. Get ready to be inspired and empowered by the powerful stories of resilience, determination and discover their secrets to success. We are excited to kick things off with our first ever season called Women in Fintech. In this captivating series, we will uncover the secrets to success from some of the most influential women in the fintech industry. --------------------------------------------I'm thrilled to have our special guest today Emma Kisby, CEO of Cogo. Emma is a trailblazer in the fintech industry and a true inspiration to leaders innovators everywhere. With her remarkable journey to success, she has shattered glass ceilings and overcome challenges and achieved incredible accomplishments. As the CEO of Cogo, Emma has been at the forefront of driving innovation in the fintech sector and she has a wealth of insights and experiences to share with us today. From her career journey to her leadership approach, we'll be diving deep into her story, discussing her achievements and gaining valuable wisdom from her perspective. Powered by Capitalixewww.capitalixe.comLissele Pratthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lisselepratt/Emma Kisbyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-kisby-a01a114/

29 min

Success Secrets

Episodes

Why Failure Is Important with Sonya Barlow, Founder at LMF Network

Embracing Entrepreneurship and Starting Strong with Janthana Kaenprakhamroy, CEO and Founder at Tapoly

Personal Branding: Crafting Your Legacy with Gemma Livermoore, Founder of Women of Fintech

Women at the Top: Rethinking Role Models with Monica Millares, Principal Product at BigPay

Reframing Confidence Through Systems Reform with Nadia Edwards-Dashti Co-Founder of Harrington Starr

Remote Team Triumph: The Trust Factor

Shattering Stereotypes: From PR To Powerhouse with Kimberly Waldron Co-founder of SkyParlour

Aligning Purpose & Career In Fintech with Emma Kisby CEO at Cogo EMEA

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