Episode 250: #FS in a word (5 years of BBE)

In this special 250th episode of Breaking Banks Europe, titled “Fintech in a Word,” Matteo Rizzi celebrates 500 unique guests and 5 years of the show, by leading an insightful conversation with the six hosts, each reflecting on the one word that represents the last 15 years in fintech.

Matthias Kroener emphasizes the importance of culture in shaping fintech’s future, while Paolo Sironi focuses on strategy as the key to success. Roberto Capodieci looks ahead, discussing the future of the industry and how it’s evolving. Elizabeth Kleinveld sees possibilities in every challenge fintech has faced, and Don Ginsel describes the industry’s exciting journey as a true rollercoaster. Francesca Aliverti highlights inclusion, with a special focus on emerging markets in EMEA. Finally, Matteo Rizzi shares his thoughts on the crucial role of talent, particularly upskilling through initiatives like Timepledge.org.

Join us as we celebrate 250 episodes and reflect on our favorite show moments from the past five years!

Author, Co-Founder of FTS Group, BBE Executive Producer
About the Author
Matteo Rizzi is an unconventional entrepreneur with two decades of experience in Financial Services, constantly referred amongst the top executives in the industry. He spent 13 years at SWIFT - where he co-founded Innotribe, the innovation arm of the cooperative, launching the first global startup challenge. Since 2013, he has had a FinTech Investor and/or Venture Partner role with global VCs and CVCs (20+ deals, 5 exits). In 2015, he co-founded FinTechStage (now FTSGroup.eu) - a platform for Investors and Innovators to boost FinTech innovation globally. In 2019, Matteo founded Timepledge.org a global initiative to foster financial inclusion and entrepreneurship. The same year he launched Breaking Banks Europe (as the Executive Producer). In 2023, he was appointed Senior Advisor for Elevandi (MAS). He is the author of "The FinTech Revolution" and "Talents & Rebels" and is fluent in 5 languages. X:https://twitter.com/matteorizzi Website: https://matteorizzi.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matteorizziofficial Linkedln:https://www.linkedin.com/in/matteorizzi/ Provoke: https://provoke.fm/author/matteo/
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