Welcome to IgniteFI’s Speaking Topics.
We offer a range of captivating topics designed to educate and inspire your audience in the ever-evolving world of Fintech and Financial Industry. Our experienced speakers will ignite transformation, partnership insights, and innovation, ensuring your event is both engaging and informative.
Fintech Audience Topics:
Topic: “Fintech Fire: Igniting Transformation in Financial Institutions”
Description: Learn about the most disruptive technologies and trends in the Fintech space that financial institutions can leverage to ignite their own transformation. From blockchain to AI to digital-only banking solutions, find out what’s hot in Fintech and how these innovations can fuel growth, improve member services, and enhance operational efficiency.
Key takeaways include:
- Best practices in how to keep pace with the emerging trends
- Areas of Fintech growth that don’t currently exist in most financial institutions
- Examining the cost of not innovating with these new fintechs
This session is tailor-made for the savvy FI professional who understands the timeliness in shifting the culture of change at the financial institution.
Topic: “Partner or Perish: Why Financial Institutions Must Embrace Fintech Collaborations to Thrive”
Description: The Fintech revolution isn’t coming; it’s here, and financial institutions have a choice: adapt or risk becoming obsolete. The term ‘partner’ is commonplace when considering engaging with a third-party vendor. In this eye-opening talk, you’ll learn how imperative those partners truly are. This session aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of why and how your FI should actively seek partnerships with Fintechs, thus enabling them to “partner or perish” in a changing world.
Key takeaways include:
- Discover the key advantages of collaborating with Fintech startups, from accessing cutting-edge technologies to meeting the evolving demands of consumers today.
- Best practices for identifying, vetting, and solidifying these partnerships, ensuring that both parties not only survive but thrive in today’s competitive financial landscape.
- Learn the difference between a vendor and a partner.
This session tailored specifically for Fintech founders and executives
Topic: “Credit Union Culture: How to Fit in with the CU Movement”
Description: Navigating the unique culture of credit unions can be a daunting task for Fintech startups. This session aims to demystify the essence of the Credit Union Movement, providing Fintech entrepreneurs with the necessary toolkit to seamlessly integrate and form successful partnerships. From understanding the cooperative philosophy to grasping the importance of community focus, learn what makes credit unions tick and how you can align your fintech solutions for a mutually beneficial relationship.
This session tailored specifically for Fintech founders and executives
Topic: “Navigating the Community Financial Ecosystem: A Guide for Fintechs Marketing to Financial Institutions”
Description: Breaking into the financial services sector as a Fintech can be a complex endeavor – especially when the average banker receives anywhere from 40-80 calls and emails PER DAY from prospective vendors. This session is specifically designed for Fintech professionals looking to make meaningful connections with Financial Institutions – which should be everyone! We’ll cover key strategies to understand the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities that these community-focused institutions face.
Key takeaways:
- Learn how to tailor your marketing efforts to resonate with their specific values and needs
- Discover actionable tactics to effectively present your Fintech solutions as must-have innovations.
- Understand the internal FI decision-making process so your sales team can more effectively navigate the FI’s blockers.
This session tailored specifically for Fintech founders and executives
Topic: “Consolidation: The Urgent Need for Fintech Partnerships in an Era of Mergers”
Description:
The pace of consolidation in financial services is accelerating, creating a wave of mergers that will inevitably reshape the financial landscape. This session, will shed light on the increasing urgency for credit unions to adapt or risk becoming obsolete. We’ll explore why many financial institutions find themselves at a crossroads, needing innovative Fintech partnerships to survive and thrive in this new era. Learn how your fintech company can seize this unique opportunity to fill critical gaps and become an indispensable partner in the credit union community.
Key takeaways:
- Understand the position that triggers an FI to consider merging
- Learn how two FIs review their vendor tech stacks – and how you can insert yourself so as not to be eliminated
- Delve into the tricky navigation of vendor management policies and how you can be an asset instead of a liability
This session tailored specifically for Fintech founders and executives
Financial Institution Audience Topics:
Topic: “Fintech Fire: Igniting Transformation in Financial Institutions”
Description: In this high-energy talk, explore the dynamic world of Fintech that’s setting the traditional financial landscape ablaze. Learn about the most disruptive technologies and trends in the Fintech space that credit unions can leverage to ignite their own transformation. From blockchain to AI to digital-only banking solutions, find out what’s hot in fintech and how these innovations can fuel growth, improve member services, and enhance operational efficiency in your credit union.
Key Message: Discover how Fintech innovations can revolutionize Financial Institutions.
Topic: “Partner or Perish: Why Financial Institutions Must Embrace Fintech Collaborations to Thrive”
Description: The Fintech revolution isn’t coming; it’s here, and Financial Institutions have a choice: adapt or risk becoming obsolete. Learn why partnerships between Financial Institutions and Fintech companies aren’t just optional—they’re critical for survival. Discover the key advantages of collaborating with Fintech startups, from accessing cutting-edge technologies to meeting the evolving demands of members. We’ll also delve into best practices for identifying, vetting, and solidifying these partnerships, ensuring that both parties not only survive but thrive in today’s competitive financial landscape.
Key Message: Explore the necessity of Fintech collaborations for Financial Institutions’ survival.
Topic: “Fintech Freedom: Unshackling Financial Institutions from Legacy Limitations”
Description: In an era where technological innovations are rewriting the rules of finance, “Fintech Freedom” explores how credit unions can break free from the limitations of legacy systems and traditional service models. Learn how Fintech partnerships can unlock new pathways for Financial Institutions, offering state-of-the-art services, enhancing customer engagement, and even creating new revenue streams. This talk will provide actionable insights into selecting the right fintech partners, integrating modern solutions, and successfully navigating the digital transformation journey.
Key Message: Learn how fintech partnerships can liberate Financial Institutions from legacy constraints.
Topic: “Redefining Cool: Efficiency as the New Standard in Technology”
Description: Examine the shift from ‘cool’ gadgets to ‘efficient’ solutions in technology. Discuss how this evolution impacts consumer behavior and service provider selection, specifically in financial services. Explore the significance of multi-tasking capabilities, financial management integration, and innovative examples outside finance, like robotics, to understand how efficiency has become the new cool.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the consumer shift from ‘cool’ to ‘efficient’ technology
- Strategies for incorporating efficiency in organizational technology
- Exploring innovative, efficient technology examples beyond finance
Audience: Ideal for those interested in how evolving consumer perceptions shape technology strategy in financial and other sectors.
Topic: “Digital Identity Mastery: Revolutionizing Member Security in Credit Unions”
Description: Dive into the critical shift towards decentralized identities and distributed ledger technology in the financial services sector. This presentation explores how consumers are increasingly taking control of their digital identities, the rise of secure, decentralized IDs, and the pivotal role of blockchain in this transformation. Discover how these advancements provide unparalleled security and privacy for credit union members, and how credit unions can leverage these technologies to strengthen trust and enhance member interactions.
Key takeaways include:
- Strategies for credit unions to adopt decentralized identities and distributed ledgers
- Understanding the impact of blockchain on traditional financial processes and member services
- Analyzing the role of cryptocurrencies in shaping the future financial landscape
- Navigating the regulatory environment and compliance in the blockchain era
- Preparing for emerging blockchain trends and technologies to stay ahead in digital-first finance
Audience: This presentation is designed for leaders and professionals in credit unions, community banks, and those interested in blockchain’s role in financial services.
Topic: “DLT Mastery for Credit Unions: Charting the Technological Evolution”
Description: Unveil the transformative power of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) for credit unions in this comprehensive session. Understand DLT’s basics, its evolution, and its distinct advantages over traditional systems. Explore practical DLT applications in enhancing transactional efficiency, security, and member services, and learn to navigate the challenges of technological integration and compliance.
Key Takeaways:
- Demystifying DLT and its role in financial innovation
- Identifying DLT applications for operational improvements in credit unions
- Overcoming challenges in DLT adoption and integration
- Gaining foresight into DLT’s future impacts on the financial industry
Audience: Ideal for credit union professionals keen on technological advancements, offering insights for implementing DLT to enhance operations and member services.
Topic: “Open Banking Revolution: Pioneering Collaborative Financial Services”
Description: Explore the transformative world of Open Banking in this dynamic session. Understand its principles, technological underpinnings, and potential for reshaping financial collaborations. Learn how credit unions and banks can leverage Open Banking for service expansion, customer engagement, and competitive edge, while addressing challenges like data security and infrastructure needs.
Key Takeaways:
- Grasping Open Banking fundamentals and its impact on financial services
- Strategies for adopting Open Banking in credit unions and banks
- Navigating data security and privacy in an Open Banking framework
- Visioning the future of collaborative financial ecosystems
Audience: Targeted at forward-thinking financial sector leaders and fintech innovators, providing comprehensive insights into embracing Open Banking.
Want us to speak at your event? Fill out the form below and let’s discuss how we can help!