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S4 Ep9: The Regulator Who Fell Into Fintech To Build A Better System
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From medicine to regulations and headlong into Fintech, meet the CFO building a better financial system.
Alison Staloch is CFO at Fundrise, America’s largest direct-to-investor alternatives investment platform, since 2012.
Nicole and Alison, dig into why a career in medicine left her cold, how she navigated a course through regulations and policy at the US Securities And Exchange Commission, and why Fundrise’s ethos for empowering its customer is her north star.
Plus, you’ll also hear the best piece of advice Alison was given and why Fintech outsiders should dive into the industry with no fear.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
04:31 When Medicine Fell Flat
06:34 Monitoring For Opportunities And Challenges
10:06 Bridging The Knowledge Gap
15:14 Building A Better Financial System
19:01 Being Bullish On Tech
21:38 The Importance Of Badass Mentors
24:34 A Dire Need For Diversity
26:36 Living Out The Desire To Make An Impact
32:40 A Message To Outsiders
The Need For Diversity In Fintech
Diversity is a pressing issue in many industries, and fintech is no exception. Despite the industry's potential for innovation and impact, a lack of diversity can result in limited perspectives and missed opportunities for growth. In this blog, we'll explore the dire need for more diversity in fintech and why it's crucial for the industry's success.
- Improved Innovation and Problem-Solving
- Better Customer Understanding
- Enhanced Reputation
- Better Employee Retention and Recruitment
- Ethical Responsibility
In conclusion, the need for more diversity in fintech is dire. By prioritizing diversity, fintech companies can improve innovation, customer understanding, reputation, employee retention and recruitment, and ethical responsibility. As a fintech professional, investing in diversity and inclusion initiatives can help you build a successful and fulfilling career while also contributing to the industry's success.
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