Fintech Fridays

On this week's episode of the Fintech Friday Podcast, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Maria Konikov, Director of Operations at York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI). They talk about why education is crucial for entrepreneurs, how YETI offers tuition-free programs for Canadians, and what makes their diploma so special? Could it be because they have diploma program allows entrepreneurs to apply their learnings directly to their business and is taught by experienced professors who are also successful entrepreneurs? Enjoy!!

For anyone who needs to make complex decisions or wants to add more clarity into their lives by applying modern risk management techniques, then this one is for you. Join NCFA Founder, Craig Asano, who sits down with Alex Sidorenko, the CEO and Chief Risk Officer of the Risk Academy and Founder of Risk Awareness Week, one of the largest risk management conference programs in the world. They discuss the commoditization of science, horoscope fairy tales, beating the bear and how intuition may not always be your best friend (in some scenarios). Understand the difference between risk management for ‘box tickers’ vs modern techniques, generators vs users, virtual data, and how to think about risk management to electrify decision-support for any problem in your business or life. Enjoy!

About this episode: 10 years ago in 2012, the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (JOBS Act) was signed into law in the U.S. (and eventually a similar exemption was approved in Canada) to encourage more capital to flow to startups, support innovation, and, create jobs. It's significance cannot be understated as the rule change allowed private companies to raise capital by selling securities digitally for the first time via registered online platforms and dealer-brokers. Regulation crowdfunding also democratized previously excluded retail investors (non-accredited) by allowing them to invest directly in startup ventures empowering a new era of digital finance. A tremendous amount of advocacy and regulatory change efforts took place to make this happen, and since then the original JOBS Act rules have been improved upon for investment crowdfunding in the U.S., such as increasing the fundraising caps in the U.S. from US$1 million to US$5 million (not in Canada though, ahem). Today there's even a JOBS Act 2022 proposal on the table but will these changes be sufficient to support evolving technologies and their capabilities while also protecting investors? Regulatory change is slow and regulators need to support innovation and competition. All stakeholders need to continue to support efforts to make capital markets whole, so EVERYONE can benefit from the advancements in technology or the wealth gap will continue to widen. This is a not to be missed episode for anyone interested in the past or future of digital finance and capital markets. Join investment crowdfunding pioneers in both Canada and the U.S. who discuss the 10 year journey from a wide variety of perspectives including the evolution of first generation marketing platforms to the arrival of second generation decentralized finance models powered by blockchain technologies.

Checkout this not to be missed episode with NCFA Founder Craig Asano and Zach Smith, CEO and Co-Founder of Funded Today. In 2017, Zach delivered a keynote at NCFA's Canadian Crowdfinance Summit in Toronto after raising $150 million dollars. Fast forward to today, and the Funded Today machine has raised north of $426 million USD and counting. In this episode, learn what it takes to be a serial entrepreneur -- "It's not really about how much money you raise on the platform, it's about what you learn from the money that you've raised." They discuss the story of Funded Today, pivoting, diversifying investments, being strategic, doing what you love, and of course how to raise millions of dollars with rewards-based crowdfunding including a couple of real life examples. If you have an innovative project, gadget or piece of hardware, or have an app or board game and want to know if you can crowdfund dollars for it in 2022, tune in now....grab a cup of your favourite and dig in. Enjoy!

On this Season 4 kickoff episode, NCFA Founder Craig Asano sits down with the incredible Anne-Marie Fannon, Director, Work-Learn Institute at the University of Waterloo, to better understand the motivations and needs of the next major human capital resource - Gen Z. If you're a start-up, scale-up or HR professional seeking intel on an emerging tech savvy, innovative, and talent asset class then this podcast is for you. Tune in now and learn not just the how but also the why you should be building relationships with Gen Z today. Enjoy!

On this episode, show host Anna Niemira sits down with David Lucatch of Liquid Avatar Technologies Inc. They discuss the ins and outs of digital identity and it's transformative potential for both consumers and businesses. Enjoy!

On this episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Chris Naprawa the President of TAAL. They chat about what is Bitcoin SV, how crypto can save global warming, and how to stay true to Bitcoin. Enjoy!

On this episode of the Fintech Fridays Podcast our Host, Manseeb Khan is joined by Daniel Lee Managing Director, technology & innovation, mid-markets at CIBC, Farshad Abasi the Founder and CSO of Forward Security Inc., and Michael Castro the CEO of RiskAware Group. They chat about why you should make sure your company is secure from Day 1 and how you go from secure to sale. Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

On this episode of Fintech Fridays, Craig Asano, CEO of NCFA connects with Julien Brault the CEO of Hardbacon, an emerging high growth financial fitness and tracking app in Canada. They talk about the story behind Hardbacon, raising capital via equity crowdfunding and IPO routes, digital platforms as lead generation, and helping Canadians improve their wealth by making better financial decisions. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

On this milestone episode, our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Mark Binns CEO of BIGG Digital Assets. They cover the rally behind bitcoin, big tech investing in crypto, and giving your kids crypto instead of fiat for allowance money. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Join Brock Murray (Co-founder and Head of Global Business Development) and Karan Khiani (VP Solution Engineering) of Katipult, an award winning private placement software as a service company. They navigate the origins of their company, the challenges of product/market fit, the impact of COVID19, emerging retail investor trends and going public early. The best part is....their journey is just beginning. Welcome to EP49 of Fintech Fridays - Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. https://ncfacanada.org/ https://fintechcanada.io/ https://fintechandfunding.com/

Fatima Zaidi, CEO and Co-Founder of Quill Inc joins Fintech Fridays host Manseeb Khan to understand why podcasts have grown 200% in the last 6 months, and how influencers and corporate brands are building authentic customer relationships and motivating prospects with them. They talk about inspiring stories of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, building trust, advice for female (under-represented) founders, and how to connect with affluent, educated millennial professionals. If you’re new to the power of podcasts, tune-in to learn why they are quickly becoming an integral part of a company’s marketing mix, today. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Michelle Beyo, Founder and CEO of Finavator joins Fintech Fridays host Manseeb Khan who talk about taking risks, celebrating success and finding work-life balance. They talk about innovation during crisis and the need for Canada to adopt Open Banking and how companies that aren’t creating 50/50 diverse teams are leaving money on the table. Join us for an action packed episode that will have you participating in a sprint triathlon next year. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Alistair Thompson, Global Head of Business Development and Partnerships at TransferWise joins host Manseeb Khan to talk about their mission to make sending money as easy and free as sending an email. They discuss how TransferWise began 9 years ago, and how transparent pricing, putting customers first and partnering with banks and non-banks globally has grown into a $5 billion monthly business and an international fintech success. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Keith Taylor, Executive Director of the DUCA Impact Lab chats with Anna Niemira about consumer-centric and fair banking. They discuss how a group of underbanked Canadian newcomers back in 1954 focused on solving a real problem in financial services. Fast forward 65 years later, DUCA’s mission has never been stronger. From innovative escalator-loans to digging deeper into retail financial literacy gaps, and their commitment to improving the financial well-being of its customers. As a registered B-corporation, learn how DUCA is innovating and living up to their motto of not only being ‘the best in the world but the best FOR the world’. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Join us for a special Episode 44 where Craig Asano sits down with a panel of NCFA Advisors and members who discuss the vanguard of digital finance and it's ability to fund, develop and scale digital innovations in green finance, digital identity and other emerging ecosystem opportunities in Canada. Are success stories like Wealthsimple and Shopify repeatable? Covid has afforded us all the time to take stock on the past and present while considering a relaunch of the future. Will Canada get it right? Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Chris Grimes, Co-founder, and CEO of FundMore.ai chats with Tristram Waye about the mortgage market, inefficiencies, and entrepreneurship. Vetting mortgages by lending companies is a complex process involving several parties and considerable time. Whether a first-time buyer or doing a refinancing, this process can last up to 40 days. The conversation explores the mortgage process, its deficiencies, and how technology is being used to enhance this financial transaction. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Rim Charkani, the Co-Founder & CEO of WALO connects with NCFA Founder, Craig Asano, to discuss why Teen Banking is a growing opportunity for banks, and why financial wellness education is more crucial than ever for both kids and families. Did you know women in Canada weren't allowed to open a bank account without a man's signature until 1965? They navigate the history, psychology, cultural differences, and the need to improve Canada's financial literacy gaps and personal finances in every day life. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

Danish Yusuf of Zensurance joins Craig Asano for the kickoff episode of Season 3 of Fintech Fridays. They discuss Danish's entrepreneurial journey, the story behind the creation of Zensurance and dive into what it's like adding 40% new staff during the pandemic to sustain growth, and innovating B2B insurance products for small businesses in Canada. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/

On this episode our host Manseeb Khan sits down with Austin Hubbell from Consilum Crypto. They chat about how quarantine is going, the state crypto and much more. Enjoy! Be sure to subscribe to NCFAs podcast, Fintech Fridays, and never miss an episode. Tell us what you think? Thanks for sharing with your colleagues and network. ncfacanada.org/ fintechcanada.io/ fintechandfunding.com/ Subscribe to NCFA's weekly newsletter https://ncfacanada.org/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/