Best Theodora Lau Podcasts (2024)

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The future of payments and expense reporting 15:35

1h ago15:35

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Just as the pandemic has accelerated the acceptance of digital payments in retail for consumers, it has sped up similar changes in the financial operations of organizations, enabling improved compliance and spending controls while reducing complexities. In this episode of One Vision, Theo chats with Chris Juneau, SVP, Head of SAP Concur Product Mar…

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Be part of the AI revolution! 39:10

7d ago39:10

39:10

While AI is not new, the excitement has skyrocketed in the past 2 years. As organizations embark on the AI journey, what do they need to keep in mind? What does responsible AI really mean? Are we being overly critical when we are biased and imperfect human beings? And how do we even stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of AI and risk management…

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GPS for homeownership journey 32:43

12d ago32:43

32:43

Homeownership is normally looked upon as a part of the American Dream. Unfortunately, reality often squeezes out many of those who don’t have access. In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chats with Brendan Kennealey, Founder/CEO at NESTER, and part of the first cohort for CAFE (Center for Accelerating Financial Equity), on his quest t…

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The year of AI adoption 16:33

20d ago16:33

16:33

Generative AI in 2023 was a bit of an enterprise parlor trick: something that fascinated and amused workers-maybe helped them create an image or revise a blog post — but didn't provide substantial value to the broader organization. That's changing. In 2024, adoption is ramping up, and we're starting to see how generative AI will actually reshape th…

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The evolving role of the CFO as the guardian of performance and value and your financial copilot 30:30

27d ago30:30

30:30

It is an exciting time to be in tech. With nine out of ten CFOs projecting higher AI budgets in 2024, how will the integration of AI in business impact the skill sets required for the CFOs? How can AI bring benefits to the day-to-day financial processes including working capital management? And what are some of the things that we need to keep in mi…

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Do we want banking to be spicy or boring? 30:27

1M ago30:27

30:27

What are the real problems that real people are facing, and what is the financial services industry doing about it? Barb, Mary, and Theo reunited for a new episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! where we asked the rhetorical question of: “Do banks feel like the only way to compete is to put on a hoodie and pretend to be a startup?” Should we just pu…

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From Print to Crypto: Navigating the digital revolution with Keith Grossman 49:50

1M ago49:50

49:50

How do you go from extraordinarily principled libertarian ideals that challenge the status quo to mass adoption? In this week’s One Vision podcast, we chat with Keith Grossman, President, Enterprise at MoonPay, former President of TIME magazine, and former Global Chief Revenue Officer of Bloomberg, on the partnership between MoonPay and PayPal, the…

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Beyond numbers: Creating a customer-centric future of finance 23:57

2M ago23:57

23:57

What drives people’s financial behaviors in real-life contexts? Do we truly understand what people need and what is functional for them? In the latest episode of One Vision, we welcome authors Erin Taylor and Anette Broløs to share the story behind their company, Finthropology, and to discuss their new book, Customer-Centric Innovation in Finance. …

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The making of an influential fintech marketer and the future of payments 42:53

2M ago42:53

42:53

What has changed and hasn’t changed in payments and marketing in the past two decades? What can we do to help more women become visible? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! We chat with Kathryn Vazquez Kmiotek — Top 30 Influential Fintech Marketer — on the future of payments and true inclusion. Kathy’s advice? Own your voice and be the dr…

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Going beyond PFM: Fintechs have grown up 27:36

2M ago27:36

27:36

From connecting businesses to helping consumers manage their everyday spending, open banking has been in action for a while now. In this episode of One Vision — Fintech Fuse! Theo chats with Meaghan Johnson, Fintech and Bank Advisor, on the next iteration of finance and how it can deliver more value to the data-driven ecosystem. If our payments dat…

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You can be anything you want to be. 37:55

2M ago37:55

37:55

Have you ever looked back at your career path, and wondered out loud, what if? And if you could pursue anything, what would it be? In this episode of One Vision podcast, Theo chats with Bhuva Shakti, fractional COO and board director, on her roles as angel investor, advisor, and digital transformation strategist. From economic inclusion and entrepr…

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Fintech with a side of Fish and Chips: There is nowhere else like London 26:59

3M ago26:59

26:59

Where incumbents come together with fintechs, Fintech Week London is a city-to-city event spanning some of the most current themes in financial services. From artificial intelligence, ESG, and insurtech, to embedded finance, payments, and digital assets, what’s in store for this year’s festivities? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo…

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Inaction is not a strategy — wise words from a benevolent troublemaker 28:20

3M ago28:20

28:20

Yes, ESG is both complex and complicated, as Matthew Sekol wrote in his new book, ESG Mindset. But at the heart of it, it should not be difficult to explain — nor should it be controversial — why a business needs to go beyond pure financials, to build resilience — to better understand the risks and capture the opportunities — so that they can bette…

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FinTech in a field of daffodils 23:28

3M ago23:28

23:28

As one of the first flowers that bloom in spring, daffodils symbolize new beginnings, resilience, and prosperity. But what do the flowers have in common with fintech and rugby? In this new episode of One Vision, Theo chats with Sarah Kocianki, CEO of Fintech Wales, on her top priorities in growing the world-class collaborative FinTech ecosystem in …

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From law school to boardroom: Millicent Tracey’s mission to change the status quo 45:14

3M ago45:14

45:14

VC investment in startups is crucial for the industry. Yet, the funding into underrepresented founders is dismal and seems to be getting worse by the year. Could bringing more women into investment communities and helping them secure board roles be the answer we are looking for? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! We chat with Millicent T…

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Prepare for the unexpected 17:16

4M ago17:16

17:16

Against the backdrop of economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, how can we make the supply chain more resilient? In this episode of One Vision, Theo chats with Rene Ho — CFO at Taulia, and Thomas Mehlkopf — GM and Head of Working Capital Management CoE at SAP, on realizing the synergies from the power duo of SAP-Taulia, building the future …

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Credit unions and the heart and soul of Atlantic Canada 27:07

4M ago27:07

27:07

In many rural communities, credit unions are the financial institutions of choice. But these credit unions facilitate more than just money movement. As financial cooperatives, they are owned by their members and embedded within the communities that they serve. In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! We chat with Carrie Forbes, CEO of League D…

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Our world is diverse. So should our voices. 22:32

4M ago22:32

22:32

In this special episode of One Vision, we collaborate with Sonya Dreizler, Co-Founder of Choir, to introduce four special guests to our community: Valerie Escobar, Mohna Shah, Anthony Williams, and Yohance Harrison. Tune in to find out more about them, what drives them, and what they would put in a time capsule to be opened in 100 years. Did you kn…

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Create your own narrative and embrace the uncharted waters of finance 42:03

4M ago42:03

42:03

What is the difference between open banking, open finance, and open data? And how can technology enable a true 360 degree view of a consumer, beyond just finance? In this episode of One Vision Podcast — FinTech Fuse! We chat with Michelle Beyo, founder of Finavator, about her career journey, what inspires her, and how she changes the ecosystem arou…

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Everything is embedded! 39:36

5M ago39:36

39:36

In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo and Barb chat with Simon Taylor, Head of Strategy & Content at Sardine, and the brain behind the Fintech Brainfood, on being infinitely curious. One of Simon’s passion topics and mission at Sardine is to eradicate scams from the Internet. According to Simon, not only is fraud a massively underrepre…

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The year of personal finance resurgence 25:40

5M ago25:40

25:40

Against the backdrop of elevated interest rates and lingering economic uncertainty brought about by layoffs and geopolitical conflicts, it is perhaps not surprising to see consumers seeking alternative ways to consume and pay. At the same time, they are also demanding more. In this episode of One Vision, Theo and Barb chat with Julie Muhn, Senior R…

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Fighting the good fight: Getting to a just economy 40:23

5M ago40:23

40:23

“If you get the chance to wake up tomorrow, what will you do with your day?” In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chats with Natasha Harper-Madison, a city council member for Austin, an entrepreneur, and a champion for the local community and racial equity, on civic engagement and cultivating economic opportunity and mobility. It is o…

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Aligning with the why — and making the world a better place 33:49

5M ago33:49

33:49

How can we best invest in the ecosystem to help empower those who have been left behind by our mainstream financial services ecosystem, and enable them to build long term equity? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo and Stephanie chat with Kristen Castell, Managing Director of Fintech CAFE (Center for Accelerating Financial Equity), a…

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Demystifying the future of finance 35:16

6M ago35:16

35:16

Beyond the sensational conversations, what is the real story behind decentralized finance? If programmable money is indeed our future, what questions should we be asking now and what should we be concerned with? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo chat with Ian Horne, author of “Why DeFi Matters” and head of content at Money20/20 Eur…

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Impact as a differentiator in the financial services industry 16:34

6M ago16:34

16:34

How do you build a customer-centric financial institution? Being hyper-focused on your customers’ needs definitely tops the list. Especially in an environment where financial uncertainty is keeping many consumers up at night, banks are in the best position to act as an empathetic and trusted partner for those in need. In this episode of One Vision …

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Making the leap: What drives us? 29:28

6M ago29:28

29:28

As we reflect on our work and personal lives, what are we most proud of? What are the memories that we treasure the most? And would we do differently, if given the chance? Whether as VCs, innovators, or entrepreneurs, are we clear about our end goals and what drives us? And ultimately, what does success mean to us — as individuals? In this episode …

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It’s more than just a destination conference for fintech enthusiasts 34:09

6M ago34:09

34:09

What’s the magic with events, you ask? From fostering serendipity moments and building communities, to cultivating long-term and impactful relationships, there simply is no substitute to meeting people in person. In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo caught up with Andrew Morris, Chief Content Officer for Fintech Islands, who has had t…

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Bringing more people into the conversation with AI 33:44

6M ago33:44

33:44

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been rapidly evolving in the past decade. Interests in AI, along with adoption and investment in AI, have witnessed a substantial increase. While tech stories are fun and exciting, our collective future is not just about bits and bytes. Rather, it’s about our shared prosperity: What will you do with the immense powe…

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Beacons of hope … in the dark future 36:09

7M ago36:09

36:09

We are kicking off 2024 with a big BANG! In this episode of One Vision — Fintech Fuse! Theo and Barb welcome our first futurist on the show: Katie Schultz, aka Miss Metaverse, a well-known professional futurist and content creator. While fear and uncertainty dominate much of our newscycle, Katie reminds us that we do have a chance and the power to …

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There is never a dull moment in fintech 31:14

7M ago31:14

31:14

If you could preserve memories and artifacts in a bottle, what would you keep? From the hype of the year (cue: generative AI) and renewed focus on small business and business fundamentals, to PFM tools and the symbiotic relationship between big techs and banks, there is never a dull moment in fintech. In this special year-end episode of One Vision:…

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Getting to health equity with financial inclusion 24:44

7M ago24:44

24:44

According to the World Health Organization, globally one in six people experience infertility in their lifetime and the rate continues to climb. Despite available treatment for a variety of cases, being able to start a family remains a distant dream for far too many due to financial constraints. In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo an…

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A founder's quest to scale a SaaS solution for SMBs 32:42

8M ago32:42

32:42

Small businesses account for 99.9% of all U.S. firms. They employ almost half of America's private sector workforce and represent 43.5% of gross domestic product. By almost any measure, small businesses are a crucial part of our economy and workforce. Yet, they are hugely underserved by the financial services industry. In this episode of One Vision…

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A founder's perspective: "I didn't choose fintech; fintech chose me" 43:01

8M ago43:01

43:01

Faced with persistent economic uncertainties and stagnant wage growth, will fintechs give us hope by bringing us the right product at the right time and empowering customers with more focus on financial well-being and education? In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo and Stephanie chat with Sebastian Builes, Co-Founder and CEO of Arcum,…

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Harnessing the power of data on the journey to net zero 21:56

8M ago21:56

21:56

Data gives us superpower. From how much we spend and where we spend it, to the impact of our dollars on the planet, data tells a story. In an era where consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious, the role that financial institutions can and should play in helping us transition to net zero is more crucial than ever. In this episode of One…

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Falling into banking: The master orchestrator 33:24

8M ago33:24

33:24

Are fintechs still eating bankers’ lunch? What roles will big techs play in consumer financial lives? For fintech founders pitching to community banks, what should they be mindful of? In this episode of One Vision — Fintech Fuse! Theo chats with Pam Kaur, Head of Bank Technology at BankTech Ventures, about her role in fostering connections and inno…

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Banking is what you do but not who you are 34:43

9M ago34:43

34:43

As banking services grow increasingly digital, how can we best serve the needs of a diverse community and truly make a difference? In a world where everything seems to move at a breakneck pace, leaving behind those who don’t keep up, it is refreshing to witness empathy in action by a true leader who walks the talk and instills hope in others. In th…

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Why change when it has always worked? 41:59

9M ago41:59

41:59

From fintech being perceived as a competitor to a bank, to acting as a collaborator, much has evolved in the past two decades. As we look forward, how do we anticipate the relationship evolving, especially with the likes of Apple making a formidable entrance into the ecosystem? And how should banks respond and adapt to the changing world? In this e…

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Ushering in a new era: The fusion of fintechs and banks 29:40

9M ago29:40

29:40

At a time when financial institutions and fintechs are evolving from being competitors to partners, our relationship with financial services providers is changing as well — especially with larger (tech) brands playing a more prominent role in our day-to-day lives. How will this web of relationships redefine the future of financial services? What ro…

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Automation as catalyst: Augmenting human and machine 34:58

10M ago34:58

34:58

How can financial institutions best adapt to the changing world and work faster and better? From enabling wide-ranging digital experience to responding to compliance demands, can you automate the most complex decisioning processes as easily as building with Lego blocks? In this new episode of One Vision, Theo and Barb chat with Emily Bogan and Patr…

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Smart banking and finding the hidden tribes 47:32

10M ago47:32

47:32

The world is changing around us and so are we. Has the financial services industry evolved with time, and how can we think differently about who our customers are and what they need? In this episode of One Vision, Theo and Barb chat with Stessa Cohen, strategic technology advisor and evangelist, on finding the hidden tribes and the future of bankin…

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The art of social selling 32:04

10M ago32:04

32:04

What exactly is social selling and how does it differ from traditional cold outreach? How can we best leverage our presence and influence on social media to build influence, make connections, grow relationships and trust? In this episode of One Vision, Theo chats with Tim Hughes, social selling innovator and pioneer, and author of “Social Selling: …

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Musings from a fintech insider — Keeping it real! 20:23

10M ago20:23

20:23

Right before Finovate Fall, we caught up with Heather Sugg, Executive vice president, public relations and business development of the William Mills Agency, on the past, present, and future of fintech and the evolution of the ecosystem. What does Heather think about the topic du jour: Generative AI and what role will humans play in this future? Wha…

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There is more to leadership beyond leaning in 32:51

10M ago32:51

32:51

Are you tired of listening to the standard leadership advice? Do you want to navigate the new world of work but unsure how? In this episode of One Vision — Fintech Fuse, Theo chats with Jocelyn Davis about her journey going from corporate life to being an inspirational author and speaker. And here is Jocelyn’s timeless advice: Never underestimate t…

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From Wall Street to Wyoming — Caitlin Long on becoming the champion for regulated crypto 27:10

11M ago27:10

27:10

In a world where everything is software-driven, how do we best harness the power of technology for the greater good? In this episode of One Vision, Theo and Barb chat with Caitlin Long, Founder and CEO of Custodia Bank, a crypto-focused bank that acts as a bridge between traditional finance and digital assets. As someone who has long been recognize…

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Announcing Fintech Fuse — A new season of One Vision 14:41

11M ago14:41

14:41

A new season of One Vision is coming to town, where Theo will be collaborating with the fabulous Barb MacLean and Stephanie Foster. New episodes will be dropped every Monday at midnight, and the trio will continue the tradition of telling inspirational stories from different corners of the world. Tune in to hear Theo, Barb, and Stephanie chat about…

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Towards a data-driven and intelligent future in spend management with AI 18:01

11M ago18:01

18:01

Not a day goes by when we don’t hear something about artificial intelligence (AI). From deploying generative AI in the newsroom to using AI to help improve sustainability, there is no shortage of energy and buzz around the emerging technology. When we come to think of it, AI is, and has been, all around us. From the moment we pick up our smartphone…

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Drawing the boundaries — reality versus hype in our tech-driven world 57:51

12M ago57:51

57:51

As we move from one tech cycle to another, so much has changed — yet so much has not. We are still faced with many of the same challenges especially when it comes to caregiving and true inclusion. How do we separate hype from reality — and how do we know what is real and what isn’t? What is the best path forward to ensure companies innovate respons…

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Web3, metaverse, and AI: The future starts now 31:47

12M ago31:47

31:47

Much has been written about AI and the future of work. And there is plenty of hype that resembles more like a comic book than reality. How will this powerful emerging technology impact our day-to-day lives, and is our education system able to equip young people with the skillsets they need to be successful in this future world? In this episode of O…

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Chartering a different path to wealth management — with technology and purpose 30:26

1y ago30:26

30:26

As clients look to consolidate their assets and relationships, what roles do community banks and credit unions play? Can technology be leveraged in a thoughtful way to help these financial institutions create and extend a broader set of solutions to their communities? When smartphones become wallets, who will be there to help consumers establish go…

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Be the helper: Building for the 99 percent. 39:10

1y ago39:10

39:10

Healthcare costs in the U.S. are skyrocketing. According to a recent study, 66.5 percent of all bankruptcies were tied to medical issues — either because of high costs for care or time out of work. Nearly 4 in 10 Americans lack enough money to cover a $400 emergency expense, let alone thousands of dollars of unexpected medical bills. It is no wonde…

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