
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
Fintech Chatter Podcast has been leading conversations with Fintech founders since 2019!
Join the Fintech Chatter Podcast, where we dive into the world of fintech with industry leaders and innovators.
Brought to you by Tier One People, Australia's leading executive search and recruitment firm for fintech ventures.
Each episode features an exclusive interview with a Fintech leader, uncovering their secrets to success and the lessons learned along the way. Fintech Chatter has become the archive for anyone serious about launching and building a successful Fintech company.
Whether you're a fintech founder, professional, investor, or enthusiast, gain valuable insights from expert interviews and discussions on raising capital, hiring, international expansion, innovation and technology.
Tune in to stay ahead of the trends in the rapidly-evolving fintech landscape.
Dexter also shares his expertise on careers, leadership and hiring all through a Fintech lens.
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Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
The Bootstrap Journey of a Fintech Founder - Julian Fayad, LoanOptions.ai
In this episode of Fintech Chatter, Dexter Cousins interviews Julian Fayad, CEO of LoanOptions.ai about the challenges and advantages of bootstrapping a fintech company from the ground up.
LoanOptions.ai aims to revolutionise the loan application process. Julian shares insights into how they’re using AI to build a mobile first loan application process.
Julian first appeared on the show in 2023. We chat about his progress and the lessons he has learned over the past two years. Julian also talks about the transition from a broking business to a technology-focused company, and the launch of Synapses, the API services hub for Fintech!
We also discuss the launch of HAILO and LoanOptions.ai, expansion into New Zealand and future plans for market expansion into the US and UAE.
Find out more: https://loanoptions.ai
Chapters
00:00 The Bootstrap Journey of a Fintech Founder
02:12 Innovating the Loan Application Process
10:45 Transitioning from Broking to Technology
18:04 Launching New Products and Partnerships
25:49 Building an API Services Hub for Fintechs
26:48 Navigating B2B Partnerships and SaaS Pricing Strategies
32:05 Transitioning from Brokerage to Tech: Lessons Learned
35:21 Building a Cohesive Team and Company Culture
39:47 Innovative Talent Acquisition Strategies
41:45 Valuable Lessons in Business Partnerships
46:22 Expanding Horizons: New Markets and Future Plans
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