Posts by Desmond Nicholson

Summary: In this episode of “Bridges to Excellence,” host Desmond Nicholson welcomes Laura Gibson-Lamothe, the Executive Director of the Georgia FinTech Academy. Laura takes us through her incredible journey from a globally diverse upbringing, through a multifaceted career in the FinTech industry, and into her current role. The podcast dives deep into the objectives she…

Welcome to Episode #10 of the “Bridges to Excellence” podcast. This week’s episode features a compelling conversation with Kimberly Fitzsimmons, CEO of Talus. Kim shares her journey of constant learning, fair and transparent leadership, and the unyielding drive for excellence. Highlights include… Kim’s Leadership Principles: The importance of being fair, maintaining transparency, embracing culture, and…

I recently had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Diane Faro, a true trailblazer in the payments and Fintech world and the CEO of Savify. Diane’s journey through the financial services industry spans an awe-inspiring five decades, showcasing her exceptional leadership and visionary strategies. In this episode, Diane opens up about her extensive corporate…

In a world where innovation reigns supreme and dreams are transformed into reality, there exists Arcum. A testament to resilience, vision, and unwavering determination. At the helm of this company stands Sebastian Builes, Co-Founder and CEO. In this episode, part of our Founders series, we delve deep into the heart of Arcum, a fintech startup that…

I recently had the chance to chat with Tim McWeeney, Head of U.S. Indirect Acquiring and ISO Sales at Ingenico, to reflect on his successful career Journey in payments. This interview, came on the heels of his most recent recognition, among ETA’s 2024 Honorees of Top Payments Sales Professionals. Tim’s Journey in Payments, spans over…