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Fintech Startup Funding: Insights Investors Seek from CFOs | Fintech CTO Talks

"What Investors Really Look For Before Funding a Fintech Startup (A CFO's View)" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, we are joined by Hemant Patel [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cahemantkpatel/], CFO & CSO, for an insightful conversation on finance, business strategy, leadership, and sustainable growth in today’s evolving business landscape. Hemant shares his experience in driving strategic decision-making, managing business transformation, and helping organizations scale with a long-term vision. The discussion also explores the evolving role of finance leaders, the importance of adaptability, and how businesses can balance innovation with operational excellence. A valuable listen for startup founders, finance professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the future of strategic business growth. 🎧 Topics Covered: • Financial strategy & business growth • Leadership in modern organizations • Scaling businesses sustainably • Decision-making & transformation • Startup and corporate insights Learn more: Fintegration – ⁠⁠⁠https://www.fintegrationfs.com/⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazhTRDJZUHlxSEg1RjQtTlNZTWJtd2preUJPd3xBQ3Jtc0tuM0lOc3Iwampuc3JLSVFNSDViVWFlZWJ2ZHpHSkQ1RlM0cXBfZU9YWWRfenhaaWx2b2sxTGdsZ1lXUUNDYVp0azJRV0NuTjNYejQ0ZldKSVdRVFJuWEVOMDJiVmJUd1NQNzZfcUpQV19WZm9rMWMwVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fintegrationfs.com%2F&v=oO3ltIHzuCI] LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mobilefirst-applications Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mobilefirsthq/ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/fintech-cto-talks-fintech-podcast/id1889143018 ⁠⁠⁠#Fintech⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintech] ⁠⁠⁠#AI⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ai] ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/startups]#Innovation⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/innovation] ⁠⁠⁠#FintechPodcast⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechpodcast] ⁠⁠⁠#CTOTalks⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ctotalks] ⁠⁠⁠#FintechInnovation⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechinnovation] ⁠⁠⁠#DigitalTransformation⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/digitaltransformation] ⁠⁠⁠#AIinFintech⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/aiinfintech]

Fintech CTO Talks | EP. 06 - Mudit Gupta | The race of implementing AI in Finance

"The race of implementing AI in Finance" 🎙️ Episode Overview Mudit Gupta [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudit-gupta/] | Consultant In this insightful conversation, Mudit Gupta shares his perspective on business transformation, strategic decision-making, and how organizations can create sustainable growth in today’s fast-changing market. From leadership lessons to practical consulting insights, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for founders, professionals, and decision-makers. His approach to consulting goes beyond advice - focusing on real impact, long-term value, and helping businesses navigate challenges with confidence and clarity. Learn more: Fintegration – ⁠⁠https://www.fintegrationfs.com/⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazhTRDJZUHlxSEg1RjQtTlNZTWJtd2preUJPd3xBQ3Jtc0tuM0lOc3Iwampuc3JLSVFNSDViVWFlZWJ2ZHpHSkQ1RlM0cXBfZU9YWWRfenhaaWx2b2sxTGdsZ1lXUUNDYVp0azJRV0NuTjNYejQ0ZldKSVdRVFJuWEVOMDJiVmJUd1NQNzZfcUpQV19WZm9rMWMwVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fintegrationfs.com%2F&v=oO3ltIHzuCI] LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mobilefirst-applications Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mobilefirsthq/ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/fintech-cto-talks-fintech-podcast/id1889143018 ⁠⁠#Fintech⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintech] ⁠⁠#AI⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ai] ⁠⁠#Startups⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/startups] ⁠⁠#VentureCapital⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/venturecapital] ⁠⁠#Innovation⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/innovation] ⁠⁠#FintechPodcast⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechpodcast] ⁠⁠#CTOTalks⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ctotalks] ⁠⁠#FintechInnovation⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechinnovation] ⁠⁠#DigitalTransformation⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/digitaltransformation] ⁠⁠#AIinFintech⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/aiinfintech]

Fintech CTO Talks | EP. 05 - Benjamin Ensor | Embedded Finance: Your Bank Never Knew You Left

"Embedded Finance: Your Bank Never Knew You Left" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, we sit down with Benjamin Ensor [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminensor/], Director of Research & Strategy at 11:FS [https://www.11fs.com/], to unpack the changing landscape of financial services. Benjamin shares his perspective on how consumer expectations are evolving in a digital-first world, and why many users still rely on multiple financial apps despite wanting a more unified experience. We explore whether traditional banks can rebuild stronger customer relationships or if fintech-driven innovation has permanently reshaped the industry. From unbundling trends to the future of banking, this conversation offers a clear and thoughtful look at where finance is heading and what it means for businesses and consumers alike. Learn more: Fintegration – ⁠https://www.fintegrationfs.com/⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazhTRDJZUHlxSEg1RjQtTlNZTWJtd2preUJPd3xBQ3Jtc0tuM0lOc3Iwampuc3JLSVFNSDViVWFlZWJ2ZHpHSkQ1RlM0cXBfZU9YWWRfenhaaWx2b2sxTGdsZ1lXUUNDYVp0azJRV0NuTjNYejQ0ZldKSVdRVFJuWEVOMDJiVmJUd1NQNzZfcUpQV19WZm9rMWMwVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fintegrationfs.com%2F&v=oO3ltIHzuCI] LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mobilefirst-applications Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mobilefirsthq/ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/fintech-cto-talks-fintech-podcast/id1889143018 ⁠#Fintech⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintech] ⁠#AI⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ai] ⁠#Startups⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/startups] ⁠#VentureCapital⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/venturecapital] ⁠#Innovation⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/innovation] ⁠#FintechPodcast⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechpodcast] ⁠#CTOTalks⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ctotalks] ⁠#FintechInnovation⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechinnovation] ⁠#DigitalTransformation⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/digitaltransformation] ⁠#AIinFintech⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/aiinfintech]

Fintech CTO Talks | EP. 04 - Dan Dall'Asta | Designing for Outcomes: Capital Efficiency, Optimal Exits & Long-Term Value

"Designing for Outcomes: Capital Efficiency, Optimal Exits & Long-Term Value" 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, we’re joined by Dan Dall'Asta [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dandallasta/], Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Citrine Venture Partners [https://citrinevc.com/], for a thoughtful conversation on the future of fintech and AI-led innovation. Dan brings decades of experience across financial services, investing, and building scalable platforms. He shares how venture capital is evolving, what investors are really looking for in early-stage startups, and why capital efficiency is becoming more important than ever. We also explore how AI is reshaping financial infrastructure, unlocking new opportunities, and challenging traditional business models. From founder mindset to long-term value creation, this episode is packed with practical insights for anyone building or investing in the next generation of tech-driven companies. If you're a founder, operator, or simply curious about where fintech and AI are heading, this conversation offers clear, real-world perspectives you can learn from. Learn more: Fintegration – https://www.fintegrationfs.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazhTRDJZUHlxSEg1RjQtTlNZTWJtd2preUJPd3xBQ3Jtc0tuM0lOc3Iwampuc3JLSVFNSDViVWFlZWJ2ZHpHSkQ1RlM0cXBfZU9YWWRfenhaaWx2b2sxTGdsZ1lXUUNDYVp0azJRV0NuTjNYejQ0ZldKSVdRVFJuWEVOMDJiVmJUd1NQNzZfcUpQV19WZm9rMWMwVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fintegrationfs.com%2F&v=oO3ltIHzuCI] LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mobilefirst-applications Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mobilefirsthq/ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/fintech-cto-talks-fintech-podcast/id1889143018 #Fintech [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintech] #AI [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ai] #Startups [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/startups] #VentureCapital [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/venturecapital] #Innovation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/innovation] #FintechPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechpodcast] #CTOTalks [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ctotalks] #FintechInnovation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechinnovation] #DigitalTransformation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/digitaltransformation] #AIinFintech [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/aiinfintech]

Fintech CTO Talks | EP. 03 - Praveen Gade | Fintech Meets AgriTech: Empowering Rural Economies

Meet Praveen Gade [https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveengade/] - Co-Founder & CTO at DigiGrain Solutions Pvt. Ltd. [https://digigrain.in/], building a “phygital” agri value-chain ecosystem that connects real-world commodities with digital rails for transparency and trust.In this brief intro, Praveen shares how DigiGrain helps agri & food MSMEs solve day-to-day challenges - reliable sourcing, smarter warehousing and stock visibility, safer storage, and smoother access to working capital with pledge-ready inventory workflows. The mission: make commodity operations physically safer and financially more secure for MSMEs, farmers, FPOs, and food processing businesses.With 20+ years of experience building products and platforms, Praveen focuses on turning complex supply-chain processes into simple, usable systems - so stakeholders can track inventory positions, monitor operations, and make faster, data-backed decisions.If you work in AgriTech, supply chain, warehousing, trade finance, or MSME digitization, this episode is for you.Learn more:Fintegration – https://www.fintegrationfs.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVV1bG9LbnY4cnR2QW9OeEFDd0pxNTB5SlZad3xBQ3Jtc0tuVjcyZXJpdGVjd0taeHZUMDBYd1pJcHZJSU9id1k4UnpYYWdlTVprd051QlUtRHduQnNmaTdNV01yRWt1UWtZdEE2SHdZN244bVI4WjFNX1NqdTVrcDllR2dUa2MxeW5PaklRRHpKVHUwTlpEcFE3MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fintegrationfs.com%2F&v=y6qW3xVpgUc] #AgriTech [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/agritech] #SupplyChain [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/supplychain] #Warehousing [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/warehousing] #MSME [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/msme] #DigitalTransformation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/digitaltransformation] #TradeFinance [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/tradefinance] #Phygital [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/phygital] #FintechPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechpodcast] #CTOTalks [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ctotalks] #FintechInnovation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fintechinnovation] #SpeedCode [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/speedcode] #FutureOfFinance [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/futureoffinance] #TechLeadership [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/techleadership] #DigitalTransformation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/digitaltransformation] #AIinFintech [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/aiinfintech]