Fintech Fringe

🚀 Calling all fintech founders with a fundraise in their sights in 2025 - this one is for you! Join us on Nov 7th for our next Rise & Shine breakfast meetup sponsored by Rise, created by Barclays. 💡 Whether you're preparing for your next funding round or just starting your fundraising journey, this event will provide key insights, actionable strategies, and real-world advice from industry experts, VCs, and successful fintech founders. What to expect: ▶️ A forward-looking view on the 2025 fintech fundraising landscape ▶️ Tactical advice on unlocking investment potential, Magdalena Krön will lead conversation with VCs Ben Marrel from Breega, Greta Anderson from Balderton Capital on what it will take to stand out in a competitive market next year. ▶️ We'll dive deep on the future of corporate venture: Emma Ronayne from Lloyds Banking Group and Henry Salmon from Citi will share what they are focused on for the year ahead. Don’t miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the tools and insights needed to secure your next round of investment. Register now and take the next step in your fintech journey! 🚀 #Fintech #Fundraising #Investment #VC #Founders #Fintech2025

NEWS: Drum roll please! 🥁 We are thrilled to welcome Raf De Kimpe to the Fintech Fringe team as our new Event Director! 💪 ▶️ Read the announcement here: https://bit.ly/4dYZkUr Raf brings a wealth of experience from his role as CEO of Fintech Week London (which he will continue), where he has led events that have brought together over 1,000 fintech leaders, innovators, and decision-makers. His ability to foster collaboration and curate high-impact events is exactly what we need as we expand our schedule for 2024 and beyond. ✨ With Raf on board, we’re gearing up for our most ambitious year yet, delivering even more value for the UK fintech ecosystem through a packed calendar of events, exciting collaborations, and lots of new initiatives in the pipeline! Welcome, Raf! We can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together. #FintechFringe #EventDirector #Fintech #Innovation #Growth #UKFintech #Collaboration

🚀 Exciting News 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce that Fintech Fringe will be powering the Founders Forum stage at FinTech Connect 2024! In just over a year, we’ve grown into a trusted source for practical, actionable content – and now we’re bringing that expertise to the big stage. Our latest blog dives into what you can expect from this exciting collaboration, from founder stories to scaling strategies, and much more. 👉 Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Nu5hhp #FintechFringe #FinTechConnect #ScalingUp #FoundersForum #FintechEvents

Event alert for any women in the payments space or supporters of! Fantastic programme this Wednesday at Rise, created by Barclays

Whether you're leveraging AI, building authentic relationships, or tapping into the power of micro-influencers and UGC, the message is clear: fintech marketing is entering a new era. At this morning's Rise & Shine, sponsored by Rise, created by Barclays and Growth Gorilla, we explored how fintech marketers can stay two steps ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. Here are the highlights that got everyone buzzing: 💡 AI Beyond the Hype: AI is already embedded in tools like Slack and Notion, optimising efficiency. But in a world of automated content, how do we keep the human element alive? If we’re not careful, AI could lead to everyone producing the same vanilla content. Authenticity is key! 📊 Influencers & UGC: It’s not just about big names anymore. Micro-influencers and customer-driven content are proving to be highly effective and authentic ways to build trust. Your customers are your most powerful influencers—no one knows your brand better! 🎯 Smarter Collaboration: Leverage internal experts as influencers. Through podcasts, interviews, or thought leadership, building your own in-house influencers can be as impactful as hiring external ones—just look at how 11:FS does it! 🌍 The Power of Personal Connection: WhatsApp emerged as a surprising game changer, offering intimate, direct channels of communication. As we shift toward hyper-personalisation, it’s clear that consumers crave real, authentic connections in a sea of digital noise. 📉 Data-Driven Creativity: Fintech marketing isn’t just about creativity. Pair it with data-driven insights and you’ve got a heady mix. Understanding platform roles, optimising campaigns, and experimenting with new formats like short-form video are critical to staying ahead. 🎟️ Events are Back: Trust and authenticity will dominate in 2025, and events are back in a big way as people crave real-world connections amidst the digital noise. The shift to in-person interactions is proving to be a crucial strategy for building trust and standing out in an oversaturated digital space. 🔥 Key Takeaway: Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing boundaries. Big thanks to everyone who joined and shared their expertise Abba Newbery | Mariette Ferreira | Sinead Lanyon | Elena Assimakopoulos | Shameer Sachdev | Laura Watkins | Tom Davies Ian Horne - fantastic moderating - you rocked 💥 Fintech B2B Marketing Community thanks for your support as always :-) #FintechInnovation #AIinMarketing #FutureProof #InfluencerStrategy #FintechFringe #RiseByBarclays #Marketing2025 #GrowthHacking

🔈 Calling all fintech marketers - this one is for you! Please join us at our next Rise & Shine on Oct 03, where we will be looking ahead to 2025 and exploring strategies that will help your brand cut through the noise and thrive in the year ahead. With rapid advancements in AI, new platforms emerging, and the growing influence of user-generated content (UGC) and influencer partnerships, the marketing landscape is evolving faster than ever before. WHAT TO EXPECT: 👉 Industry leaders will share insights on upcoming marketing trends, how AI is reshaping the space, and where fintechs should focus their efforts to stay competitive. 👉 Influencer & UGC Strategies: Learn how to leverage influencers and UGC to drive engagement and growth. 👉 Discover how to stand out in a crowded market by creating compelling stories and experiences that resonate with audiences. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 🎯 This event is perfect for fintech marketers, founders, and growth leaders looking to stay ahead of the curve and take their marketing to the next level. Don’t miss this chance to gain actionable insights and network with some of the best minds in fintech marketing! #FintechFringe #RiseAndShine #FintechMarketing #MarketingIn2025 #AIinMarketing #UGC #InfluencerMarketing #FintechGrowth

Why Regulatory Compliance is Key for Fintech Growth Our latest "Rise & Shine" session, sponsored by Rise, created by Barclays London last week, explored the crucial role of regulatory compliance in fintech growth strategies. The discussions focused on the practical challenges fintechs face when navigating regulatory frameworks, from obtaining licences to building robust compliance cultures. Our regulation and compliance experts were kind enough to share their top tips with us providing actionable insights for fintech leaders looking to prioritise regulatory compliance as a key part of their growth strategy. For more, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eR4u-HSq Thanks to: Chris Hill / Alison Donnelly / Gerard Hurley / Willem Wellinghoff / Charles Kerrigan / Neil Makwana / John Bratowicz / Iain Armstrong

🎓 It was back to school yesterday with a full classroom as we delivered another insightful "Rise & Shine" session courtesy of the fine folks at Rise, created by Barclays! This latest episode focused on regulatory compliance as a core driver of growth for scaling fintechs. Such an important and serious topic but delivered with so much humour! Who would've thought compliance experts could be such a hoot! 🤣 Some great takeaways from our speakers... 🗣 "The journey to a banking licence is not just about compliance—it's about proving that you're ready to grow and take on bigger markets," said Chris Hill, Fox Williams. 🗣 "Building strong compliance processes from the outset protects not only your business but your customers too," remarked Alison Donnelly, fscom. 🗣 "Compliance is not just about ticking boxes; it's about embedding good governance that scales with your business," said Charles Kerrigan, CMS UK. 🗣 "A robust compliance culture ensures that fintechs can scale while managing risks effectively," stated Neil Makwana, Leaman Crellin. 🗣 "Risk management isn't just a back-office function—it's a core part of scaling a fintech responsibly," said Iain Armstrong, ComplyAdvantage. 🗣 "Proactively managing relationships with regulators helps fintechs avoid costly missteps later on," said Gerard Hurley, Bound. 🗣 "Good governance and accountability are non-negotiable when dealing with regulators," remarked Willem Wellinghoff, Ecommpay. 🗣 "Navigating regulatory frameworks across different regions requires meticulous planning and alignment with both local and global standards," explained John Bratowicz, ClearToken. Thanks to everyone for coming and a big thank you to all our speakers for their invaluable insights! 👀 Watch out for our article next week as we share their top tips #Fintech #Regulation #Compliance #GrowthStrategy #RiseAndShine #FintechFringe

🌟 Join Us at Fintech Fringe's next Rise and Shine Event on Sept 05 hosted by Rise, created by Barclays where we will be diving deep with compliance experts to keep fintechs informed on all things regulation 🌟 🗣 Hear from leading Regulation and Compliance experts: ▶ Chris Hill, Partner, Fox Williams ▶ Katharine Leaman, CEO, Leaman Crellin ▶ Alison Donnelly, Director, fscom ▶ Charles Kerrigan, Partner, CMS UK ▶ Iain Armstrong, Global Regulatory Affairs, ComplyAdvantage ▶ Willem Wellinghoff, Chief Compliance Officer, Ecommpay ▶ Gerard Hurley, Compliance Director & MLRO, Bound 📅 Event Highlights: 🔍 Spotlight on Revolut: Explore how Revolut secured its UK banking license after a three-year process and what it means for fintech growth and compliance. From Start-Up to Bank: Discover challenges and strategies from compliance experts about fintech regulatory journeys. Mastering Compliance and Regulation: Dive into practical sessions on regulatory essentials, building a compliance culture, licensing processes, and effective regulator communication. 🎯 Who Should Attend? Ideal for fintech leaders, compliance officers, and regulatory professionals. 👉 Register now to enhance your understanding of the fintech regulatory landscape and gain strategies to support your growth! https://bit.ly/4fzqqDI #RiseandShine #FintechFringe #RegulatoryCompliance #Fintech #Revolut #UKFintech

Some great takeaways from today's Rise & Shine event where we focused on the key factors to consider for fintechs planning their US Expansion. Big thanks to the lovely folk at Rise, created by Barclays for hosting and Mark Stimpfig from Go To Market Global and Jasmine Baker, MBE from London & Partners for excellent moderating. We'll be sharing a deeper dive on our speakers top tips in a follow-up article next week but here are some salient points that really stood out: ➡ "Think Global from Day 1. This global mindset massively influenced how we built our tech stack. We saved substantial amounts of time with regulation and could engage with US financial institutions much more rapidly because of this." Simon Finch, Chief Strategy Officer, Floww ➡ "Consumer attitude to money is totally different, the economy runs on credit, from a risk perspective its a very different mindset to the UK. The same market entry strategy is unlikely to work. You need to adapt" Valentina Kristensen, Corporate Affairs Director, OakNorth ➡ "Many companies already trading in the US may have a sales tax liability that they are unaware of that can lead to significant, unexpected financial outlay. You can have a liability for all taxes in the US even if you are not a US company." Thomas Wells, Senior Manager R&D, Frazier & Deeter ➡ "You have to get comfortable with networking. It's the air they breathe in the US and deals don't get done unless you meet people on the ground" Oliver Calma, CFA, Managing Director, BCRemit ➡ "Partnership with US business is key, it brings credibility, allows you to tap into a network and establish traction quicker. Invest in building relationships with banks, payment processors and other fintechs that complement. Don't go it alone." Shaul David, Fintech Adviser, former Head of Banking, Railsr ➡ "Working with dedicated accelarator programmes like Grow London has been a vital part of our expansion planning. Their market access, partner network and dedicated support has been vital in supporting our US expansion" Zhanet Zaharieva, Ph.D., Co-founder and COO of Quantum Dice Our next event takes place on Sept 05 and will tackle why Regulation should be your friend and how essential it is to scaling success as evidenced with the recent banking license granted to Revolut. #riseandshine #fintechfringe #homeoffintech #fintechevent #ukfintech #usexpansion