FinTech Diversity: A Multi-Dimensional Challenge

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Glen and Finovate’s David Penn discuss the uncomfortable issue of minority representation in fintech firms. Also, thoughts on the Supreme Court’s credit union ruling and why the CU movement is selling itself short.

Asking Forgiveness after Permission

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John welcomes Alpharank founder Brian Ley to dissect the challenges facing credit unions and borrowers in tracking Paycheck Protection Program loans. Also, new payments data from the Fed and Glen gets Enron déjà vu from the Wirecard fiasco.

Is Artificial Intelligence Still Creepy?

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John and Glen discuss AI’s role in combating COVID-19 more broadly, and specifically in helping credit unions navigate members through choppy waters- including a spirited debate on whether consumers are prepared to embrace AI’s benefits and let go of Brave New World concerns.

Outflanking the Predatory Lenders

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Glen speaks with QCash CEO Ben Morales and Tulsa Federal Credit Union Chief Retail Officer Eric Hilaire about a rapid response mobile solution for relief loans.

Coping through- and Emerging from- a Crisis

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Glen speaks with TeamOnUP CEO Mike Kelly about “getting dreams done on purpose” and the beauty of small crediGlen speaks with Laura Barger and Thea Garron of the Financial Health Network about timely new data revealing how Americans are faring financially in the COVID pandemic, and details on the EMERGE Live conference running June 22-26 (virtually, of course). Plus Glen ponders illogical payments behavior in these irrational times.t unions. Also, more on the Illinois interchange fiasco, the CFPB’s latest populist outburst, and Glen welcomes Google to the world of incumbents.

Getting It Done- Digitally, When Appropriate

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Glen speaks with Azlo Founder and CEO Cameron Peake about trends in its small business customer base amid the pandemic, as well as Azlo’s own experience as a digital banking startup. Also Electronic Transactions Association CEO Jodie Kelley on her org’s rapid pivot to an all-virtual TRANSACT Connect event.

Protecting Paychecks, Busting Through Backlogs

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Glen digs into the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) from a lender, service provider and borrower perspective, including an interview with LoanStreet CEO Ian Lampl.  Also, credit unions weigh in on issues like stimulus checks and call center volumes via BIG’s weekly Digital Town Halls.

Keeping the Dollars Flowing

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Glen talks with Dwolla’s new CEO Brady Harris about scaling a fintech survivor and taking the reins from a founder. Also, onetime White House insider Bryan Del Monte shares some provocative thoughts.