Paypod: The Payments Industry Podcast

Episode Topic: In this engaging episode of PayPod: The Payments and Fintech Podcast, our host, Jacob Hollabaugh, invites Rich Kiel, Managing Director of Enterprise Sales for Backbase, to delve into the dynamic world of "engagement banking." This insightful discussion revolves around modernizing legacy banking systems, the critical aspect of differentiation within the financial industry, and the lessons to be learned from recent events. Rich Kiel and Jacob dissect this transformative approach that Backbase champions, which centers on re-architecting banking to prioritize the customer's experience. Lessons You’ll Learn: Throughout the conversation, Rich Kiel imparts invaluable lessons relevant to the ever-evolving banking landscape. Kiel underscores the need for financial institutions to adapt swiftly to cater to the expectations of the incoming generation of customers, who are accustomed to digital convenience and personalized interactions. The episode emphasizes the significance of hyper-personalizati

Do you know what happens to your financial accounts after several years of inactivity? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Stephanie Mertz of Eisen to discuss the importance of technology, data security and integrity, and the need for standardization across the industry. Eisen is the first automated escheatment management system for banks and fintech. Watch this episode for a fun interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. 

A seamless and user-friendly digital wallet that combines the benefits of fiat and cryptocurrencies? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down withDaniel Strele-Ramonis of Renegade to discuss how the Renegade app is revolutionizing the way we handle money and cryptocurrencies. Renegade combines traditional banking and cryptocurrencies in one environment. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/09/renegade/

Shouldn't banks prioritize being fintech friendly to stay competitive? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Harry Gunsallus of Owners Bank to discuss how the banking industry has been disrupted by non-traditional players. Owners Bank is a digital bank. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech.  www.soarpay.com/2023/09/ownersbank

Why have mid-market companies been ignored when it comes to payment and automation transformation? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Nancy Sansom of Versapay to discuss their company's focus on B2B fintech and its offerings in payments and automation. Versapay is the first Collaborative Accounts Receivable Network. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/09/versapay

From their early days as competitors to Instagram, to their collaborations with defense organizations. In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Mindaugas Eglinskas of PIXEVIA to discuss the fascinating story behind the creation of autonomous stores. PIXEVIA is an AI platform for retail, which eliminates tills, provides best customer experience for store clients, and optimizes operations for store managers. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/08/pixevia/

Are you interested in understanding the growth journey of SMEs? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Mantvydas Stareika of CapitalBox to discuss How Fintechs Provide Solutions for Small Companies. CapitalBox provides timely, trusted, and tailored alternative funding solutions to businesses that form the backbone of the European innovation economy. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/08/capitalbox/

Have you ever wondered how venture capitalists evaluate investment opportunities? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Megan Kao of Contrary to discuss  the potential growth in B2B due to outdated systems. Contrary is a venture fund that identifies and invests in the world's top talent. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/08/contrary

In this episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Padhu Raman of Osa to discuss the changing landscape of the supply chain industry and the key factors affecting its evolution. Osa Commerce is an innovative technology company on a mission to tackle the data chaos in the supply chain. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/08/osa/

What are the financial issues and challenges faced by individuals without credit files? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Alexander Siedes of Homeppl to discuss their innovative approach to credit assessment. Homeppl helps Operations & Risk teams prevent application fraud, automate credit underwriting, and approve more customers. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation about the importance of technology in empowering individuals and combating financial inequality. www.soarpay.com/2023/08/homeppl/  

Want to know how managing incentives increases productivity? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Sarah Buchner of Trunk Tools to discuss how managing incentives can shift your workforce. Trunk Tools is an innovative construction fintech startup. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech.  www.soarpay.com/2023/07/trunktools/

From a tech perspective, solving a big enough problem for banks and insurers is crucial. In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Devon Kirk of Portage to discuss how they back founders who have a strong understanding of scaling and change. Portage is a global investment platform focused on fintech and financial services. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech.  www.soarpay.com/2023/07/portage

Are interested in learning about the latest trends in the restaurant payment industry? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Sal Nazir of PAR Technology to discuss point of sale and payments in the restaurant industry. PAR is a leading global provider of software, systems, and service solutions to the restaurant and retail industries. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech.  www.soarpay.com.2023/07/partech

Are you looking for ways to take your e-commerce business to the next level? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Campbell Paton of StoreLab to discuss how mobile apps offer higher retention rates and a better user experience. StoreLab is a tech company that specializes in mobile app development platforms for e-commerce retailers and brands. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech.  www.soarpay.com/2023/07/storelab

Want to know how identifying bad actors is crucial to preventing account takeover and payment fraud? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Dan Pinto of Fingerprint to discuss how Fingerprint uses sophisticated techniques to generate identifier information from a user's browser. Fingerprint empowers developers to stop online fraud at the source. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/fingerprint

Are you interested in learning about decentralized payment solutions for banks? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Glendy Kam of Tassat to discuss the benefits of implementing private, permissioned blockchain technology in the banking industry. Tassat Group, Inc. is the leading provider of private blockchain-based, real-time solutions for commercial banks. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/tassat

Looking to optimize your online store's checkout process and boost your conversion rates? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Jordan Gal of Rally for a deep dive into the benefits of using a neutral payment processing platform. Rally offers a headless and fully optimized one-click checkout solution. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/rally

Are you a fintech company looking to maximize your tax savings and boost your innovation efforts? In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Jonathan Cardella of Ventive to discuss how your technical and product staff can qualify for valuable tax credits. Strike enables all businesses to take advantage of the R&D tax credit, the Employee Retention Credit. Watch this episode for a fun and interesting dive into this latest development in payments and fintech.  www.soarpay.com/2023/07/strike

Join us in this intriguing video as we delve into the vast world of commerce, B2B investments, and growth opportunities. In this episode of PayPod, host Jacob Hollabaugh sits down with Andrew Steele of Activant Capital to discuss how these large and serviceable markets present sustainable growth avenues for companies. Activant is a global investment firm that partners with high-growth companies that are transforming commerce. Don't miss out on this insightful episode featuring valuable learnings for investors and founders. www.soarpay.com/2023/07/andrewsteele