Caribbean Power Lunch
101: From Island Boy to Fintech Visionary - The Journey of a Bahamian Olympian | Nicholas Rees
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In this episode, we are with Nicholas Rees; a digital payment specialist, chartered accountant, private equity investor, and two-time Olympian from the Bahamas. Nicholas discusses his PPP business model - People, Planet, Profit - and his multifaceted career journey from an Olympic swimmer to founding several businesses, including his successful digital payments platform, Kanoo. He elaborates on his family's storied history, educational background, and extensive entrepreneurial ventures, such as his innovative water company, Everfresh. Nicholas also provides insight into Kanoo's operations, its role in the Bahamian digital currency ecosystem, digital financial inclusion efforts, and strategic acquisitions, including the recent acquisition of Trinidad-based fintech, LUHU. He emphasizes the importance of technology investment in the Caribbean and shares valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the region. Chapters: 02:50 Nicholas Rees' Early Life and Family Legacy 06:31 From Swimming to Bus