Vayana Dialogue

The New Pulse of B2B Trade Credit: Platforms, Players and Paradigms

This episode offers a window into the future of supply chain finance, where innovation strengthens—not disrupts—the fabric of trust across global commerce. Credit is no longer just a post-transactional decision rather it is being embedded directly into the trade process. From e-commerce and cargo-tech platforms integrating lending solutions, to growing calls for legal recognition of electronic records and payment obligations, a more agile, real-time approach to trade credit is emerging. With André Casterman, we deep-dive into this evolving landscape: 1. What’s enabling new entrants to take informed credit decisions? 2. How are alternative data and electronic records driving smarter risk models? 3. What progress is being made on frameworks like MLETR to legally validate digital trade instruments? 4. Through it all, the conversation will highlight a collective shift: from reactive to proactive credit mechanisms, from siloed processes to interoperable networks—and from rigid to inclusive models that better serve SMEs and modern trade ecosystems.

Beyond Risk : Leadership, FinTech, Sports, and More with Parthasarathi Patnaik.

Tune in to our latest episode with Parthasarathi Patnaik, the Chief Risk Officer at Vayana and a seasoned banking veteran with over 30 years of experience. From his early days at Tata Steel to leading risk management at global banks and venturing into fintech, Partha shares his unique journey, insights on balancing risk and innovation, and how fintech is revolutionizing financial inclusion. Tune in to hear his thoughts on leadership, adventure, and the future of fintech in India. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a fintech enthusiast, or just love a good story, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and inspiration! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Uncovering the Tech in FinTech with Naresh Khalasi

How does one build and scale a robust FinTech platform? In this episode, Naresh Khalasi dives deep into the behind-the-scenes of building scalable solutions at Vayana. We discuss everything from the fundamentals of designing resilient, high-performance infrastructure to tackling security challenges and streamlining DevOps in FinTech. Naresh shares insights on balancing rapid product evolution with stability, optimizing infrastructure for peak performance, and navigating the complex journey of integrating advanced technology with finance. Ready to uncover what powers the tech in FinTech? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Riding The API Trail: Insights With Amit Parmar

In the past decade, the need for third-party technologies to enable automation in native software applications has significantly increased. How does an API marketplace fit into this context? What critical challenges does it solve for enterprises? Moreover, what role do API marketplaces play in the larger digital transformation?  Listen to Amit Parmar, Senior VP and Head Compliance Business Unit at Vayana, as he shares stories, insights, and lessons on the trends, impacts, and security aspects of API marketplaces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Banking Diaries: Ambika Ravi's Journey across Banks, Clients, and Risk Territories

Customer centricity is often compared to diagnosing a patient's ailment and providing the solution like in healthcare. It is critical to have total knowledge of the customer with respect to the industry, the demand and supply of the product or services that the organization is engaged in, entry barriers, and competition. A thorough understanding of these facets helps in suggesting a timely solution and enhances the business health of the customer. In the context of trade finance then, how does one then ensure that solution meets the customer’s needs, aligns with their risk appetite, and credit policies? How do the coverage & product management teams come together to deliver comprehensive solutions?   Listen in as Ambika Ravi - MD & CEO of Vayana Finserv - a group entity of Vayana, answers these questions and more. Tune in for practical learnings from the BFSI industry and changes she has witnessed over the last three decades and lessons for the next-gen workforce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.