Join NYPAY and FinTech Connector for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of credit card rewards and loyalty programs. Industry experts will analyze the factors contributing to the possible decline of these programs and provide an in-depth look at current challenges.
Almost three quarters (71%) of Americans have a credit card that offers rewards, and of those nearly half choose their cards based upon the rewards of that card. These rewards can take various forms, such as cash back or travel points. With rewards having such a large impact on the payment card landscape, it is not surprising that the future of reward programs is one of the top topics of interest of NYPAY and FinTech Connector members.
Register today for this free, virtual event - https://nypay.org/event/the-future-of-credit-card-rewards-loyalty-programs-will-they-survive-and-how/
Meet the speakers:
Speaking:
Michelle Beyo, FINAVATOR INC
Nick Ewen, The Points Guy
Matthew Goldman, Totavi, LLC
Alex Preece, Tillo
Nate Bacon, PNC Bank
Event: Embedded finance: a $7 trillion opportunity
Lightyear Capital predicts that embedded finance will generate an astonishing $230 billion in revenue by 2025, and it’s expected to grow into a $7 trillion industry within the next 10 years.
The coronavirus pandemic served to highlight the antiquated nature of banks’ business models, both with respect to operations and customer experience. In response, embedded finance innovators are modularising traditional financial offerings, making services accessible to developers in other markets, to develop new financial models that better serve end users’ needs.
In Episode 18 of Driving Fintech Forward, hear from the minds behind some of the latest innovations in embedded finance. Register now to reserve your spot on the live session on 16 February at 4pm GMT/12pm ET and get your questions answered - https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/18463/516884?utm_source=brighttalk-recommend&utm_campaign=mysubscriber_weekly_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=comingup&utm_term=062022
Topics for discussion include:
- Understanding the embedded finance revolution
- The new face of banking: how embedded finance is shaping the future of finance
- Embracing change: best practices, use cases and opportunities for finance
Speakers:
- Alex Mifsud, Co-Founder & CEO, Weavr
- Dov Marmor, COO - North America, Railsbank
- Stevan Bajic, CEO, Manigo
Driving Fintech Forward is hosted by Elena Kozhemyakina, Founder and CEO, Fintech4Funds & FinTech Connector Community Partner - London
Lightyear Capital predicts that embedded finance will generate an astonishing $230 billion in revenue by 2025, and it’s expected to grow into a $7 trillion industry within the next 10 years.
The coronavirus pandemic served to highlight the antiquated nature of banks’ business models, both with respect to operations and customer experience. In response, embedded finance innovators are modularising traditional financial offerings, making services accessible to developers in other markets, to develop new financial models that better serve end users’ needs.
In Episode 18 of Driving Fintech Forward, hear from the minds behind some of the latest innovations in embedded finance. Register now to reserve your spot on the live session on 16 February at 4pm GMT/12pm ET and get your questions answered - https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/18463/516884?utm_source=brighttalk-recommend&utm_campaign=mysubscriber_weekly_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=comingup&utm_term=062022
Topics for discussion include:
- Understanding the embedded finance revolution
- The new face of banking: how embedded finance is shaping the future of finance
- Embracing change: best practices, use cases and opportunities for finance
Speakers:
- Alex Mifsud, Co-Founder & CEO, Weavr
- Dov Marmor, COO - North America, Railsbank
- Stevan Bajic, CEO, Manigo
Driving Fintech Forward is hosted by Elena Kozhemyakina, Founder and CEO, Fintech4Funds & FinTech Connector Community Partner - London
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Elena A.
Feb 14, 2022 - 1:25PM
Looking forward to host yet another episode of Driving FinTech Forward that will be focused on this new but already integral part of FinTech ecosystem - embedded finance with 3 fantastic speakers each representing their own embedded finance businesses.
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Master C.
Jun 7, 2024

Join our next Member Meet & Greet featuring Ariel Cecchi, an enabler member from London, UK.
When: Tuesday, June 11th
Time: 10am EST
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItc-GurT0pGdXbBJLnmZclauIb8j-hCgMy
The Meet & Greet will offer an opportunity for members to introduce themselves and share what they are doing in the fintech and financial services innovation space.
See you on June 11th!
When: Tuesday, June 11th
Time: 10am EST
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItc-GurT0pGdXbBJLnmZclauIb8j-hCgMy
The Meet & Greet will offer an opportunity for members to introduce themselves and share what they are doing in the fintech and financial services innovation space.
See you on June 11th!

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Master C.
May 20, 2024

Join our next Member Meet & Greet featuring Ariel Cecchi, an enabler member from London, UK. Ariel is the Managing Director at Behavioural Finance Consulting, specializing in working with fintech companies and financial service providers, offering expertise in product design, development, and enhancement from a data-driven and consumer-centric perspective.
Behavioural Finance Consulting is an Organization Member of FinTech Connector
Click the link to register for the event on June 11th at 10:00am EST - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItc-GurT0pGdXbBJLnmZclauIb8j-hCgMy
During the Meet & Greet we will discuss the following with Ariel:
- Why it is crucial for businesses to understand how consumers behave and think?
- What are some of the challenges faced by fintech companies during product design?
- How to ensure that consumer insights remain relevant across evolving financial technology and consumer preferences?
- And many more...
The Meet & Greet will also offer ample time for members to introduce themselves and share what they are doing in the fintech space.
See you on June 11th!
Behavioural Finance Consulting is an Organization Member of FinTech Connector
Click the link to register for the event on June 11th at 10:00am EST - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItc-GurT0pGdXbBJLnmZclauIb8j-hCgMy
During the Meet & Greet we will discuss the following with Ariel:
- Why it is crucial for businesses to understand how consumers behave and think?
- What are some of the challenges faced by fintech companies during product design?
- How to ensure that consumer insights remain relevant across evolving financial technology and consumer preferences?
- And many more...
The Meet & Greet will also offer ample time for members to introduce themselves and share what they are doing in the fintech space.
See you on June 11th!

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Master C.
May 20, 2024

We are happy to announce our newest Community Partner in the USA - Elena Aono .
Yelena is taking the lead as our Community Partner in the Miami / Fort Lauderdale area. Prior to her move to Miami, Yelena was our Community Partner and advisor in the United Kingdom, helping us build our brand and community from a handful of members to over 400.
More importantly, over the past few years the South Florida area has become a hotbed for financial services and crypto innovation. Having an ambassador that has the financial services and fintech experience along with community building skills will allow FinTech Connector to attract top-quality enablers and innovators to our platform.
Yelena had this to say, "As a long-time advocate for financial technology, I am privileged to continue leading the FinTech Connector initiative now on US soil as a Miami Community Partner. From its early days, I've witnessed FinTech Connector's transformation into a pivotal hub for global fintech innovation. I am excited to bring my expertise in fund management and system integration to further empower fintech professionals and entrepreneurs through our network. Together, we'll continue to enhance the financial services landscape for businesses and consumers alike."
Angel Lorente, Founder and CEO of FinTech Connector, commented, “Yelena is one of our biggest and most vocal ambassadors. She was part of the familia since 2018, and I've had the honor to call her a friend, advisor, and partner since the early days. More importantly, she is always willing to travel around the world to be part of the FinTech Connector events, bringing with her lots of energy, excitement, and experience. I am so happy to have her lead the effort in the Miami / South Florida area after many years building out our UK community.”
Let's welcome and wish Yelena much success!
Yelena is taking the lead as our Community Partner in the Miami / Fort Lauderdale area. Prior to her move to Miami, Yelena was our Community Partner and advisor in the United Kingdom, helping us build our brand and community from a handful of members to over 400.
More importantly, over the past few years the South Florida area has become a hotbed for financial services and crypto innovation. Having an ambassador that has the financial services and fintech experience along with community building skills will allow FinTech Connector to attract top-quality enablers and innovators to our platform.
Yelena had this to say, "As a long-time advocate for financial technology, I am privileged to continue leading the FinTech Connector initiative now on US soil as a Miami Community Partner. From its early days, I've witnessed FinTech Connector's transformation into a pivotal hub for global fintech innovation. I am excited to bring my expertise in fund management and system integration to further empower fintech professionals and entrepreneurs through our network. Together, we'll continue to enhance the financial services landscape for businesses and consumers alike."
Angel Lorente, Founder and CEO of FinTech Connector, commented, “Yelena is one of our biggest and most vocal ambassadors. She was part of the familia since 2018, and I've had the honor to call her a friend, advisor, and partner since the early days. More importantly, she is always willing to travel around the world to be part of the FinTech Connector events, bringing with her lots of energy, excitement, and experience. I am so happy to have her lead the effort in the Miami / South Florida area after many years building out our UK community.”
Let's welcome and wish Yelena much success!

Master C.
May 7, 2024

Meet our organization member KCD PR.
KCD PR is a top-ranked, award-winning PR agency with expertise in fintech, blockchain, and high-tech .
Kevin Dinino is the President of KCD PR and a Premier and Founding Member of FinTech Connector.
What makes KCD PR the go-to firm for fintechs?
"Our people are one of our greatest assets."
Every member of the award-winning KCD PR team is obsessed with results, committed to innovation, and passionate about creativity.
Areas of focus:
- Digital Banking
- Digital Lending
- Blockchain
- Crypto
- Payments
- Embedded Finance
Check out KCD PR's profile, connect with them, and take advantage of their special offer for FinTech Connector members and partners - https://members.fintechconnector.com/companies/kcd-pr
KCD PR is a top-ranked, award-winning PR agency with expertise in fintech, blockchain, and high-tech .
Kevin Dinino is the President of KCD PR and a Premier and Founding Member of FinTech Connector.
What makes KCD PR the go-to firm for fintechs?
"Our people are one of our greatest assets."
Every member of the award-winning KCD PR team is obsessed with results, committed to innovation, and passionate about creativity.
Areas of focus:
- Digital Banking
- Digital Lending
- Blockchain
- Crypto
- Payments
- Embedded Finance
Check out KCD PR's profile, connect with them, and take advantage of their special offer for FinTech Connector members and partners - https://members.fintechconnector.com/companies/kcd-pr
