At the intersection of finance and technology, Fintech Unleased showcases the world of financial technology and its impact on banking. Hosted by Engage fi, the podcast invites subject-matter experts and thought leaders to hold open discussions, participate in interviews, and provide their perspectives on all matters relating to fintech. Discover how startups, incumbents, and tech pioneers are reshaping the industry, and how financial institutions can leverage these developments to drive inno ...
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Dial Into Digital: Transforming Banking with Integrated Communications
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Many FIs struggle with sunsetting communications systems and outdated technology, causing a disconnect across all channels. Integrating communication platforms will enable FIs to streamline processes among employees, customers/members, and partners and create a second-to-none customer experience. Engage FI's Stacey McClure addresses the pain points…
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National Women's Small Business Month: Female Entrepreneurship in Finance
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In this episode, Virginia Heyburn is joined by Engage fi’s Co-founder & CEO, Jenn Addabbo, to celebrate National Women's Small Business Month. They discuss Jenn’s journey to entrepreneurship, female leadership in a male dominated industry, the unique strengths women bring to the table, and how today’s leaders can support and mentor the next generat…
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Episode 1: The Payments Evolution: Trends Shaping the Payments Industry
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In this episode, Virginia Heyburn is joined by Jenn Addabbo, Co-founder & CEO of Engage fi to discuss the evolving landscape of the payments industry. They dive into the latest trends, from emerging payment types like real-time payments and digital wallets, to the growing importance of fraud management in a world where security is paramount. Virgin…
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Episode 21: Ten in 10: A Look Back at September
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Virginia Heyburn, Director of Research, Insights, and Advocacy is back with September's Ten in 10 where she addresses the most impactful news stories in the world of finance. In this episode, Virginia discusses significant developments in the regulatory landscape, profitability trends in fintech, lending challenges faced by credit unions, and the u…
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Episode 20: From Regulations to Mergers: Key Issues Impacting Banks Today
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On this episode of Fintech Unleashed, Virginia Heyburn is joined by Jim Roche, President of the Maine Bankers Association to discuss the most critical and timely topics impacting bankers today. They cover the evolving regulatory landscape, trends in bank mergers and acquisitions, and the future of banking technology. Tell Us Your Thoughts…
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Episode 19: Interest Rate Cuts: What Financial Institutions Should Expect
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In this episode Virginia Heyburn is joined by Fabio Biasella, Director of Strategic Services, and Joe Dugan, Strategic Advisor, to dive into one of the most pressing topics in financial services – the anticipated interest rate cut. They discuss its impact across the balance sheet, covering everything from deposits and loans to operations and strate…
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Episode 18: The Future of Regulations in Banking: The Interchange Fee Prohibition Act
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Randy Hultgren, President & CEO of the Illinois Bankers Association joins Virginia Heyburn to discuss the implications of the recently passed Interchange Fee Prohibition Act in Illinois, its broader national impact, and the importance of maintaining a level playing field and fair regulation for financial institutions. Tell Us Your Thoughts…
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Episode 17: Ten in 10: A Look Back at July
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Virginia Heyburn is back with this month’s Ten in 10, where she explores the top news stories impacting the financial services industry. On this episode, Virginia discusses the impact the presidential ballot has on financial institutions, the growth of real time payment networks, trends in bank earnings, and the state of the economy. The CrowdStrik…
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Episode 16: Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Finance - Part 2
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Engage fi Co-Founder and CEO, Jenn Addabbo is joined by Carrie Birkhofer, President & CEO at Bay Federal Credit Union, Kathy Courtney, COO at Greenstate Credit Union, and Julie Kleffel, EVP & COO at Seacoast Bank. In this episode we shine a light on some of the incredible women who are making waves in the world of finance. We dive into their inspir…
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Episode 15: Ten in 10: A Look Back at June
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In this episode, Virginia is offering her insights into the evolution of Apple's Buy Now Pay Later feature, the results of the FDIC Quarterly Banking Profile for Q1, and the rise in corporate bankruptcy filings. This month brought positive news for credit card issuers and borrowers, hear Virginia's take on this development. Dominating the news cycl…
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Episode 14: Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Finance - Part 1
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Renee Christoffer, President & CEO at Veridian Credit Union, Michele Dean, President & CEO at Suffolk Federal Credit Union and Whitney Woyke, EVP, Innovation & Strategy and Banking Services at Emprise Bank join Virginia Heyburn, Director of Research, Insights and Advocacy at Engage fi on part 1 of this exciting two part series. All these extraordin…
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Episode 13: Effective Strategic Planning: The Blueprint for Success
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Forming a strategic plan is more than checking a box. It gives your bank or credit union both direction and purpose. Successful strategic planning requires a well-informed approach and actionable initiatives to support your strategic vision. On this episode, Fabio Biasella, Director of Strategic Services, joins Virginia Heyburn to discuss the intri…
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Bonus Episode: Guiding Financial Institutions Forward: A Conversation With Fabio Biasella
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Andres Pasantes, President & Chief Operations Officer at Engage fi sits down with our new Director of Strategic Services, Fabio Biasella to discuss the growing need for strategic guidance within the financial services industry. Fabio’s extensive experience in retail banking with a focus on strategic and financial analysis will offer invaluable bene…
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Episode 12: Rethinking Traditional Banking Through BaaS
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Banking and fintech are coming together to redefine traditional banking models through Banking as a Service (BaaS). Virginia Heyburn is joined by Joe Dugan, Strategic Advisor at Engage fi, on the latest episode of the Fintech Unleashed Podcast to explore the exciting topic of BaaS. They discuss the opportunities, challenges, regulation concerns and…
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Episode 11: Ten in 10: Top Ten Highlights from April
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In this episode Virginia Heyburn offers her insights into the recently released first quarter earnings reports for banks and credit unions, the regulatory talk surrounding the Bank Merger Act, and the momentum gained by the FedNow Instant Payment Network. AI is once again dominating headlines and Virginia weighs in. Tell Us Your Thoughts…
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Episode 10: Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Banking
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Financial institutions are harnessing the power of AI to revolutionize the member experience, streamline operations, and manage risks. Chris Harlan, President/CEO at University of Illinois Community Credit Union and Todd Peeples, SVP of Sales & Lending Administration at All In Credit Union join Virginia Heyburn to discuss the exciting topic of Arti…
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Episode 9: Navigating the Path to Digital Transformation
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We hear the term digital transformation all the time, but what does it mean? Raj Bandaru, SVP, Chief Information Officer at Kinecta Federal Credit Union joins Virginia Heyburn to explore how financial institutions can harness the power of technology to streamline operations, enhance the customer experience and stay ahead of the evolving market. Ban…
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Episode 8: Ten in 10: A Look Back at March
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The CFPB's ban on excessive credit card late fees could cost issuers billions per year. The Federal Reserve is expected to lower rates three times this year- are we running out of time? Consumers are calling on their financial institutions to protect them more from scams which could mean your bank or credit union needs to invest in enhanced fraud m…
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Episode 7: Ten in 10: Top Ten Highlights of the Month
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The Capital One and Discover merger could disrupt the financial services industry. Is the increased demand for loans signaling an improved economic outlook? AI continues to dominate the conversation and this time it could impact who you hire. In the Ten in 10 series, Virginia Heyburn highlights ten topics community banks and credit unions should be…
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Episode 6: Ten in 10: Top Ten Highlights of the Month
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In this month's "Ten in 10" video, Virginia Heyburn, Director of Research, Insights, and Advocacy, addresses M&A activity in the industry, the CFPB ruling to cap overdraft fees for institutions with greater than $10B in assets, and the growing urgency all industries face today to not only "reinvent" themselves but also alter the way they conduct bu…
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Episode 5: Ten in 10 - What to Watch for in 2024
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Where will financial institutions spend their time and energy in the new year? With continued economic uncertainty in a high-interest-rate environment, coupled with lower savings rates, declining loan originations, and higher delinquencies, the possibilities are many. In Ten in 10: A Look Into 2024, Virginia Heyburn highlights ten topics community …
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Bonus Episode: Ten in 10: A Look Back at November
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Virginia Heyburn, Director of Research, Insights, and Advocacy at Engage fi has the most newsworthy and trending fintech updates impacting banks and credit unions in November - we simply call it the “Top 10 in Ten”. Tune in to hear what she attributes to the sharp decline in Q3 earnings, learn why the NY Fed is concerned about the financial fragili…
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Episode 4: Managing Brand and Network Partnerships with Purpose
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The rapid rate of evolution in the payments landscape is encouraging financial institutions to pay close attention to agreements related to both network and brand. In, Managing Brand and Network Partnerships with Purpose, Engage fi’s Payments team holds a Q&A session highlighting key topics surrounding brand and network and identifies trends taking…
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Episode 3: The Gen Z Game Plan: Shaping the Financial Workforce
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This week's episode features a candid conversation with Matt McCombs, CEO of Vibrant Credit Union, and Virginia Heyburn, Director of Industry Insights and Research, as they explore how Generation Z is shaping the financial workforce. Matt shares what he looks for in Gen Z candidates, what is paramount to the hiring process, how he recommends offset…
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In this episode, Virginia Heyburn gets candid with Andrea Rusnak, Director of Payments at Engage fi. The conversation centers on the benefit of creating a future-ready payments strategy, how the industry will respond to the FedNow instant payments offering, and what today's consumer is using as a digital payments channel. Ms. Rusnak emphasizes the …
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Bonus Episode: System Evaluation Best Practices: What to Consider When Selecting a Key Vendor
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Technology investments remain one of the top spends for banks and credit unions seeking to be competitive and relevant in their communities. Whether that be core processing or digital banking, this episode will help you identify strategies that your financial institution can implement when selecting a key vendor. Tell Us Your Thoughts…
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Episode 1: Welcome to Fintech Unleashed
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Welcome to Fintech Unleashed! In this introduction episode, you'll hear from Jennifer Addabbo, CEO and Co-Founder, and Andres Pasantes, President and COO of Engage fi as they discuss what you can expect to hear in the coming episodes. Tell Us Your ThoughtsAutor: Engage fi
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