Unblocked

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In industries defined by legacy slog and AI slop, speed, truth, and quality are the ultimate competitive advantages. Welcome to Unblocked, a podcast by Figure. Hosted by Figure CEO Michael Tannenbaum, we dive into the intersections of capital markets, fintech, blockchain, and AI. We interview the innovators and builders tearing down manual bottlenecks to drive cost efficiencies at scale. Forget the buzzwords. It’s time to empower your teams, clear the barriers to growth, and finally get unblocked.

Episodes

  1. Aug 5

    The Bold Bet Powering This Credit Union's Growth | Nick Ambrosini, Valley Strong Credit Union

    How can credit unions break away from traditional, risk-averse playbooks to accelerate growth, embrace modern technology, and better serve their members? In this episode, Nick Ambrosini, President and CEO of Valley Strong Credit Union, breaks down the bold bets and strategic decisions that transformed Valley Strong into one of the most innovative credit unions in the industry. In this episode, we cover: - Blockchain in banking: How Valley Strong worked with regulators and its board to adopt blockchain technology while reducing risks like double-pledging. - Modernizing lending with Figure: Why Valley Strong white-labeled Figure's HELOC platform to replace a 46-day origination process with a fast, friction-free member experience while unlocking capital markets liquidity. - Evaluating fintech partnerships: A framework for building a "test and learn fast" culture, making decisions with incomplete information, and maintaining transparency with your board. - Strategic growth: How to stay ahead of industry consolidation, identify high-growth opportunities, and compete in an evolving financial landscape. - Leadership: Nick's advice on becoming a CEO at 36, building self-awareness, and leading with authenticity. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 05:53 - Blockchain, Regulators & Figure 10:48 - The Figure White-Label HELOC 17:18 - Building a "Test & Learn Fast" Culture 27:02 - Growth Through Strategic Partnerships 35:08 - CEO at 36: Leadership Lessons Learn how Figure helps banks and credit unions modernize HELOC lending: https://www.figure.com/partner-heloc/banks-and-credit-unions/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=Unblocked

  2. Jul 15

    AI Is Already Smart Enough. That's Not The Problem.

    In this premiere episode of Unblocked, Figure CEO Michael Tannenbaum sits down with Linda Du, president and co-founder of Valon, to pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to disrupt legacy financial infrastructure. From navigating the highly regulated, low-trust world of mortgage servicing to ignoring conventional Silicon Valley wisdom, Linda shares her journey of building a powerhouse tech business by running toward the problems everyone else was fleeing. They dive deep into the future of automated operations, why AI is functionally useless in finance without a source of validated "truth," and how Figure’s blockchain infrastructure and Valon’s AI-powered servicing engine are rewriting the rules of modern lending.

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    Unblocked Podcast Trailer

    Welcome to Unblocked a Podcast by Figure. In every episode we talk to the innovators, builders and leaders who are refusing to accept the status quo. We are diving into how forward thinking firms are tearing down the barriers to growth, empowering their teams and driving efficiency at scale. Welcome to the Unblocked Podcast.

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In industries defined by legacy slog and AI slop, speed, truth, and quality are the ultimate competitive advantages. Welcome to Unblocked, a podcast by Figure. Hosted by Figure CEO Michael Tannenbaum, we dive into the intersections of capital markets, fintech, blockchain, and AI. We interview the innovators and builders tearing down manual bottlenecks to drive cost efficiencies at scale. Forget the buzzwords. It’s time to empower your teams, clear the barriers to growth, and finally get unblocked.

Information

  • Creator
    Figure
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Figure
  • Show Website
    Unblocked