Fintech Talks (a Georgia Fintech Academy podcast)

Avsnitt

• 
  Fintech Talks: Money20/20 Europe | Hugo Horton: Cross-Border Payments, Stablecoins & Global Growth 01.07.2026 8min

  Fintech Talks: Money20/20 Europe | Hugo Horton: Modernizing Cross-Border Payments & Global Expansion Recorded live at Money20/20 Europe, Laura Gibson-Lamothe sits down with Hugo Horton, Enterprise Partnerships Manager at Sokin, to discuss how fintech companies are modernizing cross-border payments, simplifying global banking infrastructure, and expanding into new markets. Hugo shares how Sokin helps businesses consolidate international payments, banking, FX, treasury capabilities, and eme...
• 
  Fintech Talks: Money20/20 Europe | Reshmi Suresh & Nabil Manji: AI, Stablecoins & the Future of Payments 29.06.2026 15min

  Recorded live at Money20/20 Europe, Laura Gibson-Lamothe sits down with Reshmi Suresh, Head of Agentic Commerce, and Nabil Manji, Executive Lead, Enterprise Growth & Partnerships at Global Payments, to discuss how AI, agentic commerce, stablecoins, and real time payments are reshaping financial services. The conversation explores the rise of agentic AI, the growing role of stablecoins in cross border payments and treasury, the future of real time payments, fraud prevention, AI governance,...
• 
  Fintech Talks: Stablecoins, AI & Global Fintech Policy with West Richards 23.06.2026 31min

  In this episode of Fintech Talks, Laura Gibson-Lamothe sits down with West Richards, with The Fintech Accord at Money20/20 Europe in Amsterdam, to discuss stablecoins, fintech regulation, digital assets, and the future of global payments. The conversation explores Georgia's leadership in stablecoin legislation, the growing importance of the UK-US fintech corridor, the role of industry advocacy in shaping regulation, and how AI and blockchain technologies are transforming financial services. ...
• 
  Featured Replay - Fintech Talks: Bridging Digital Assets & Traditional Finance – Insights from Annelise Osborne (Kadena) 12.05.2026 55min

  In this episode of Fintech Talks, we explore how digital assets are converging with traditional finance through the lens of Annelise Osborne, Chief Business Officer at Kadena and author of From Hoodies to Suits: Innovating Digital Assets for Traditional Finance. Co-hosted by Laura Gibson-Lamothe, Executive Director of the Georgia Fintech Academy, and Christian Samuel, a recent Georgia State University graduate and former leader of GSU’s Fintech Student Organization, the episode covers: Anneli...
• 
  FEATURED REPLAY: Streamlining Payments with Elavon's Chief Product Officer, Pari Sawant 06.05.2026 22min

  In this engaging episode of the Georgia Fintech Academy podcast, Executive Director Laura Gibson-Lamothe is joined by Kenny Kim, a senior finance major at Georgia State University Robinson College of Business, to co-host an insightful conversation with Pari Sawant, Chief Product Officer at Elavon. The discussion dives into Elavon’s innovative new payment gateway and explores how it is revolutionizing the payments landscape by streamlining processes and enhancing user experience. Listeners wil...
• 
  Fintech Meetup Prep: Real Advice on Networking, Burnout, and Making It Count with Pam Kaur 26.03.2026 34min

  With Fintech Meetup just days away, this episode of Fintech Meetup Mashup focuses on one question: How do you actually make the most of a major industry conference? Georgia Fintech Academy alum & Truist IT Business Analyst, Astrid Cuellar Benitez joins Pam Kaur, Head of Platform at Alloy Labs, to share practical, real-world advice on navigating large fintech events. From managing your schedule and avoiding burnout to building meaningful connections, this conversation offers a candid ...
• 
  Fintech Meetup Mashup: Michael Bugno (Fiserv) on Fintech Careers, Conferences, and Building Connections 13.03.2026 28min

  In this episode of Fintech Meetup Mashup, Georgia Fintech Academy brings together emerging fintech talent and industry leaders for a candid conversation about careers in financial technology. Georgia Fintech Academy student Benjamin Willhite-Mettler sits down with Michael Bugno, Vice President of Enterprise Experiential Marketing at Fiserv, to talk about how professionals find their way into fintech, what skills matter most early in a career, and how to make the most of large industry events....
• 
  🎙️Fintech Talks: Connecting Fintech Frontiers — Lithuania’s Rise as a Global Innovation Hub 24.11.2025 28min

  What can a small Baltic nation teach the world about resilience, innovation, and digital transformation? In this episode of Fintech Talks, Georgia Fintech Academy Executive Director Laura Gibson-Lamothe explores Lithuania’s incredible fintech journey, from rebuilding after Soviet occupation to becoming one of Europe’s fastest-growing innovation centers. Joining the conversation are Grant Wainscott, international trade and cross-border advisor, and Dovydas Špokauskas, Consul Genera...
• 
  🎙️ Fintech Talks: Larry Anderson – Cracking the Resume Code and Navigating AI in Recruiting 22.08.2025 48min

  In this episode of Fintech Talks, we sit down with Larry Anderson, a seasoned recruiter who has worked with Fortune 500s, startups, and everything in between. Larry shares insider advice on what makes a resume stand out, common pitfalls students should avoid, and how to translate experiences—from class projects to part-time jobs—into measurable value. We also dive into how AI is reshaping recruiting, from chatbots to tailored resumes, and what this means for early-career professionals. Larry’...
• 
  🎙️From Gimmick to Gamechanger: Why Crypto's Time Has Finally Come with Greg Johnson (Rubicon Crypto) 12.08.2025 35min

  Is crypto just hype — or is it finally becoming fintech’s next big frontier? In this episode of Fintech Talks, Laura Gibson-Lamothe is joined by Greg Johnson, Co-founder & CEO of Rubicon Crypto, and Tyler Acree, Fintech Academy-UGA alum and rising fintech professional. Together, they unpack why crypto and stablecoins are no longer optional knowledge for anyone serious about finance, tech, or innovation. 🔍 Topics we cover: - Why the Genius Act may be the most important finance law in deca...
• 
  🎙️ Fintech Talks: Agentic AI & the Future of Work - Fintech Talks w/ Billy Harbinson from Go Studio 07.08.2025 42min

  Think AI is just another tech trend? Think again. In this episode of Fintech Talks, Laura Gibson-Lamothe sits down with Billy Harbinson of Go Studio (InComm Payments) to break down the AI concepts that are reshaping how we work, learn, and innovate. We unpack: ✔️ What agentic AI actually means ✔️ How Large Action Models (LAMs) are changing automation ✔️ What today’s students and professionals really need to know ✔️ Why curiosity is your best strategy for learning AI This isn’t your typical ...
• 
  🎙️ Fintech Talks: Atlanta Runs on Fintech 29.05.2025 57min

  In this episode, we explore how Georgia’s fintech ecosystem is making global waves—powered by innovation, collaboration, and a deep investment in talent. Hosted by Laura Gibson-Lamothe, Executive Director of the Georgia Fintech Academy, the conversation features two leaders shaping the region’s fintech landscape: Ania Lackey, Executive Director of Fintech Atlanta (LinkedIn), and Grant Wainscott, Partner at ABF Consulting (LinkedIn). We discuss: Why Atlanta’s culture is a powerful magnet for f...
• 
  🎙️ Fintech Talks: Navigating Careers in FinTech - Insights from Chrissy Wagner (FIS) 05.05.2025 33min

  In this episode of Fintech Talks, host Laura Gibson-Lamothe is joined by Chrissy Wagner, SVP GTM Automated Finance at FIS and student guest host, Senior at Georgia Gwinnett College, Florencia Cosenza Diez for an honest, energizing conversation about building a meaningful career in FinTech. From first jobs to C-level insights, we unpack the moments that shape us—how early experiences teach humility, why mentorship matters, and how inclusivity fuels innovation. Chrissy shares the personal story...
• 
  Fintech Talks: Closing the Gap - Financial Literacy and Inclusion in the Digital Economy 28.04.2025 32min

  April is Financial Literacy & Inclusion Month — and there’s no better time to dive deep into how fintech and financial services are evolving to meet the needs of all communities. In this special episode of Fintech Talks, recorded during New York Fintech Week, host Laura Gibson-Lamothe is joined by: Amanda Estiverne-Colas, Board Member of NAFLI and Founder of AG Advisors https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-estiverne-colas-37061b28 Castleigh Johnson, CEO & Founder of My Home Pathway ht...
• 
  Fintech Talks: Bridging the Gap - Financial Inclusion & Access with Crystal Bryant Minter SVP at GreenDot 15.04.2025 24min

  In this episode of Fintech Talks, host Laura Gibson-Lamothe sits down with Crystal Bryant Minter, SVP of Money Movement at Green Dot, for an inspiring conversation about breaking down barriers to financial access. Crystal shares her personal journey — from her family’s early challenges navigating traditional banking to leading innovative solutions that serve millions of Americans today. We explore how Green Dot’s expansive network of over 95,000 locations is making financial services more acc...
• 
  Fintech Talks: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Fintech 08.04.2025 30min

  In this episode of Fintech Talks, we tackle a topic that resonates deeply across the industry: imposter syndrome. Whether you’re a student stepping into the fintech world or an experienced professional navigating leadership, self-doubt can creep in — but it doesn’t have to hold you back. Join hosts Laura Gibson-Lamothe, Executive Director of the Georgia Fintech Academy, and Asha-Lee Smith, a junior at Kennesaw State University, as they sit down with Kay Taylor, SVP/Chief of Staff, Office of t...
• 
  AI in Fintech 14.02.2025 35min

  In this episode of "Fintech Talks": AI in Fintech - Transforming Payments, Fraud Detection & Privacy, we dive into the powerful role of AI in shaping the future of financial technology. Join our Executive Director, Laura Gibson-Lamothe, as we speak with Nikhil Kassetty, an experienced engineer, and Christian Samuel, a Georgia State University student, to explore how AI is revolutionizing payments, fraud detection, and privacy. From biometric payments and invisible transactions to AI-power...
• 
  Student Chronicles 07.02.2025 50min

  Welcome to Fintech Talks: Student Chronicles! In this episode, we sit down with three exceptional Georgia Fintech Academy students and interns—Alison Gregg (Kennesaw State University, Junior), Asha-Lee Smith (Kennesaw State University, Junior), and Kenny Kim (Georgia State University Alumni) —as they share their journeys into fintech, insights on landing internships, and practical advice for students navigating their career paths. From leveraging LinkedIn and networking with industry professi...
• 
  Resilience in Fintech & Payments 17.01.2025 58min

  In this episode of the Georgia FinTech Academy podcast, Laura Gibson-Lamothe hosts a discussion with UGA/Fintech Academy Alumni Empress Roberson and industry leaders Kathy Kmiotek and Genevieve Dozier about the importance of resilience in the FinTech/Payments sector. They share personal stories and insights on navigating challenges, the significance of community and networking, and the lessons learned from failures. The conversation emphasizes the need for a growth mindset, the value of build...
• 
  S5: Episode 2: Job Search Success and Best Practices with Hailey Hunt 21.10.2024 41min

  Welcome to another exciting Georgia Fintech Academy Podcast! In this episode, Executive Director Laura Gibson-Lamothe and student co-host Clarissa Guzman from Kennesaw State University sit down with Hailey Hunt, Account Executive Team Lead at HumansDoing. Hailey shares expert insights and practical tips for students and early-career professionals to successfully navigate the job search journey. From building a standout resume and optimizing your LinkedIn presence to leveraging networking even...