Leaders In Payments

Discover the captivating journey of Dru Armstrong, CEO of AffiniPay, as she shares her unique path from growing up in Los Angeles influenced by her father's legal profession to taking the helm of a fintech powerhouse. Dru’s story is a testament to hard work, resilience, and the high expectations instilled by her entrepreneurial parents. She reveals how AffiniPay transformed from serving associations to dominating the legal and...

Curious about the journey from a small town in France to leading a global financial platform? Gabrielle Bugat, CEO of G+D ePayments, shares her incredible story and the principles that guided her to success. From her education at MINES ParisTech to her international career across Texas, Mexico, and Germany, Gabrielle reveals how she navigated each challenge and opportunity with resilience and ambition. She opens up about her curren...

Carly Brush's career trajectory is nothing short of inspirational, a true testament to the power of resilience, innovation, and mentorship. In this enlightening podcast episode, Carly Brush, SVP of Human Capital Management at DailyPay, delves deep into her fascinating journey from an aspiring fashion designer to a key leader in the fintech industry. Her story is one of navigating through professional hurdles, leveraging mentor...

Our latest episode of Leaders in Payments focused on women leaders in our industry, takes you through Tiffany Johnson's inspiring path, characterized by resilience, empathy, and a relentless drive for innovation. Tiffany uncovers her role at NMI, comparing it to an "air traffic controller," where she orchestrates everything from market insights to technical solutions.

We dive deep into Tiffany's core leadership p...

Unlock the secrets to a thriving career in the payments industry with our special guest, Gretchen Bender, Senior Vice President at MAPP Advisors. Gretchen's journey from Springfield, Illinois, through her academic pursuits at the University of Arizona and UC Irvine, to her pivotal move to Las Vegas in 2010, is a testament to the power of seizing unexpected opportunities. Learn how she stumbled into the payments industry in 199...

This special episode of the Leaders in Payments podcast offers a wealth of knowledge and insights from three trailblazing women leaders at Stax Payments —Paulette Rowe, Jenn Reichenbacher and Lisa Roberts. 

Paulette Rowe, the CEO of Stax, provides a compelling narrative of her career journey, from consumer banking to leadership roles at PaySafe and Meta. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and professional development, shari...

Have you ever felt the weight of imposter syndrome or the glass ceiling holding you back? Kristy Duncan, the inspiring founder and CEO of Women in Payments, shares her transformative journey from her early days on a small hobby farm outside Toronto to becoming a leader in the payments industry. This special edition of the Leaders in Payments podcast, celebrating Women Leaders in Payments Month, kicks off with a fun and personal rap...

Prepare to be inspired by Nino Maisuradze, the Chief Operating Officer at Ingenico North America. Nino's story is a compelling narrative of resilience, adaptability, and leadership that spans continents—from her roots in the country of Georgia to her current influential role in Atlanta, Georgia. With a diverse educational background in Germany and extensive experience in the payments industry, Nino brings a wealth of knowledge...

Unlock the secrets of Omnicommerce with Yael Barak, VP of Product Management at Worldpay, as she shares her expertise on creating seamless commerce experiences for small businesses. From micro merchants to small enterprises, Yael reveals how Worldpay’s extensive capabilities—from card payments to e-commerce and niche verticals—are revolutionizing the way merchants connect with customers. Discover how advancements in AI are enabling...

In the latest episode of the Leaders in Payments podcast, host Greg Myers engages in a compelling conversation with Carlos Navarro, CEO of Corvia. Carlos takes us on an insightful journey through the company's strategic maneuvers and innovations. Discover why Corvia's focus on the SMB space and higher-risk areas sets them apart, and how their location in Austin, Texas, along with substantial investments in risk and compli...

Unlock the secrets of seamless Omnicommerce as we dive into Worldpay's Commerce360 product set with Shae Orrick, Senior Product Manager, and Yael Barak, VP of Product Management. Discover how small businesses can thrive by integrating payment acceptance across multiple channels into one robust merchant portal. Developed in partnership with GoDaddy, Commerce360 not only simplifies payments but also comes packed with marketing s...

The world of payments is rapidly evolving, and Ingenico's SoftPOS technology is at the forefront of this revolution. In this episode, Mike Barnes, Sales Director and Head of Banks and Acquirers at Ingenico, dives deep into the innovative features and capabilities of SoftPOS, offering valuable insights into its integration, customization, security, and future evolution.

SoftPOS is a game-changer in the payments industry as it tr...

Unlock the secrets of omnicommerce and revolutionize your business with insights from Shea Orrick, Senior Product Manager at Worldpay. Ever wondered how to provide a seamless, unified shopping experience across multiple channels? Our latest episode promises to break down the complex world of omnicommerce into actionable steps that can help you adapt to ever-changing consumer buying habits. You'll gain valuable knowledge on how...

Can you imagine turning every software company into a payment powerhouse? That's exactly what Jo Phillips and Will Corbera, co-CEOs of Payabli, are doing. In this episode, we chat with Jo and Will about their groundbreaking work in the payments industry, transforming software businesses by providing a unified API for payment acceptance, issuance, and operational management. From Jo's roots in his grandfather's jewelr...

Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the payments industry can be a daunting endeavor, but with the right insights and guidance, it can also be an area ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. In a recent episode of the Leaders in Payments podcast, Brent Rose, CEO of EPSG, offers a wealth of knowledge gleaned from his 30-year journey in the payments sector. Brent's background is deeply rooted in the Midwestern v...

How did a pre-med student from Yale end up transforming the landscape of chargeback mitigation? Join us as Qi Cao, the co-founder and CEO of Chargeblast, reveals his fascinating journey from life science consulting and hedge fund analysis to pioneering tech-forward solutions in the payments industry. Discover how Chargeblast is slashing chargeback rates by up to 99% for hyper-growth startups using Stripe and Shopify. Get an insider...

Ready to uncover how consumer demographics are transforming the payments landscape? Join me in a fascinating discussion with Yael Barak, VP of Product Management and Kari Finley, Senior Director of Global GTM from WorldPay. They share their unique perspectives on how omnicommerce is evolving and why it's crucial for merchants to provide seamless experiences across all channels. 

We dive deep into the generational preferences sh...

The financial industry has been undergoing a remarkable transformation, a topic comprehensively discussed in the latest podcast episode featuring Sarah Biller, Co-Founder of Fintech Sandbox. In a world increasingly driven by digital innovation, data has become the lifeblood of financial technology growth. This growth is not only reshaping the way we think about finance but also integrating tech into sectors as diverse as healthcare...

In an era where financial transactions and corporate expense management are undergoing revolutionary changes, it's critical to stay ahead of the curve. Our latest podcast episode features Rick Fletcher, Group President of Corpay Payables, who shares his extensive knowledge and insights into mastering global expense management and embracing payment innovations.

Rick discusses the complexities of managing corporate expenses, part...