Unconventional Ventures provides boutique consulting services to drive innovation to improve systematic financial wellness. We connect founders to funders, provide mentorship to entrepreneurs, strategic advisory services to a broad set of corporates, and broaden opportunities for diversity within the ecosystem. Our belief is that anyone with great ideas should have a chance to succeed. We work with banking clients, fintech startups, technology firms like IBM, Adobe, Samsung, as well as Accenture, PwC, Bain, CapGemini, Omidyar Network, and Oliver Wyman. We help organize discussions at global conferences and events like Money 2020, Plug and Play, Digital Banking, InVest, and Finovate. Our approach is to help these players navigate, contextualize, and diversify their business models in order to be prepared for the changes to the broader financial services landscape. Reach out to [email protected] and learn more.
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A fintech founder, an influencer, and a banker converge at a conference — a perfect storm of disruption ensues ... ?? How quickly can we get to buzzword bingo? Read on and find out!
? Words we’re ready to banish in 2025: transformation, synergy, woke, and more. In her latest column, Theodora Lau asks industry pros which buzzwords should retire gracefully this year. Check out the fun (and brutally honest) responses! ?? https://spr.ly/6043aVGmR What word would YOU banish? ?? #FinTech
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It was an absolute joy to catch up with my amazing friend Theodora Lau and get an early copy of her new book Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence! It was an honor for me to be asked to write the afterword for it as well. In the midst of the speed of adoption and expansion of use cases of AI, her book reminds us to consider both the risks and opportunities of these new tools. Theo is always very thoughtful in her writing and I definitely recommend you all check it out!
The countdown is on! Just five days until #FintechMeetup! Make sure to catch Theodora Lau, signing copies of Banking on (Artificial Intelligence) at the breakfast session. Remember to swing by booth number 1730 and talk to us about AI, innovation, and the future of fintech! #BFSI #BankingandFinance #Banking #AI #AIinCX #CX #AIinFinance #contactcenter #BPO #theodoralau #theolau
Look East for innovation. Tune in to our latest episode of One Vision Podcast — with David Jimenez Maireles and Theodora Lau ... on why SE Asia is a hotbed for fintech innovation.
American Banker Top 20 Most Influential Women in Fintech | 3x Book Author | Coming Soon: Banking on Artificial Intelligence (2025) | Founder — Unconventional Ventures | Podcast — One Vision | Public Speaker | Top Voice
In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse Podcast, we dive into the world of digital banking and fintech innovations in Southeast Asia. Joining us is David Jimenez Maireles, a renowned fintech expert and fractional C-suite leader. David shares his journey from building a digital bank in Vietnam to understanding the massive opportunities in a region with the unbanked and underbanked population. We discuss the unique and fun UX/UI features his team implemented, and explore the significant differences between digital banking ecosystems in Asia and the West. We also touch upon the role of traditional banks, the rise of embedded finance, and the exciting future of financial services in a region poised for exponential growth. Don't miss this insightful conversation packed with real-world examples and visionary perspectives. ?? Bridging East and West in FinTech ?? ???Tune in to understand why Southeast Asia is a hotbed for fintech innovation. ?? Available wherever you get your podcasts. #fintech #financialservices #bankingindustry #podcast #financialinclusion | One Vision Podcast | Unconventional Ventures |
American Banker Top 20 Most Influential Women in Fintech | 3x Book Author | Coming Soon: Banking on Artificial Intelligence (2025) | Founder — Unconventional Ventures | Podcast — One Vision | Public Speaker | Top Voice
In our industry, we often talk about the importance of personalized customer interactions — to meet the diverse needs of our customers and to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. And beyond value creation and efficiency improvement, we must also guard against bad actors, and ensure regulatory compliance and security. But "how" does the magic happen? Meet the DATAMARK, Inc. team at the upcoming Fintech Meetup to learn more, and be the FIRST to get a signed copy of my third and latest book: Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence ?? #AI #Fintech #FinancialServices #BankingOnAI Jon Lunitz
American Banker Top 20 Most Influential Women in Fintech | 3x Book Author | Coming Soon: Banking on Artificial Intelligence (2025) | Founder — Unconventional Ventures | Podcast — One Vision | Public Speaker | Top Voice
In the shadows of "heroic CEO" narratives and hustle culture mythology, what truly drives lasting innovation in fintech? While we often celebrate the dramatic stories of founders sleeping in offices and pulling rabbits out of hats, the quiet architects of lasting change tell a different story. The most successful innovators share an unexpected trait: they embrace deliberate patience over heroic sprints. They take time to whiteboard their company's future when conventional wisdom screams for immediate action. They invest in careful hiring when investors demand rapid scaling. Perhaps, resilience isn't about unwavering conviction, but about remaining teachable and responsive to feedback. As we reimagine the future of financial services, it's time to celebrate not just the visionaries, but the quiet builders - those who understand that sustainable innovation requires both resilience and restraint, both passion and patience. Don’t miss our latest One Vision — FinTech Fuse podcast episode with Leda Glyptis PhD, and her new book, “Beyond Resilience”. ?? Available wherever you get your podcasts. #FinTech #FinancialServices #BankingIndustry #OneVision | One Vision Podcast | Barb MacLean | Stephanie F. | Unconventional Ventures |
Global Research Leader in Banking, IBM Institute for Business Value | Bestselling author | Podcaster | Board advisor | International speaker
???? Weekend vibes: laughs, pasta and… banking research? Chilling in the Lufthansa lounge, waiting for my flight to Dubai and still riding the high from an epic weekend in Milano with dear friends, filled with: ?? Laughter—because in a world full of tensions, a good joke is worth its weight in gold. ?? Cucina italiana—because in a fast-paced world, slow food is pure luxury (and let’s be honest, nothing beats real tagliolini al dente). ?? The IBM “2025 Global Outlook for Banking & Financial Markets” report—because even in a weekend of fun, fintech curiosity must be fed. And yes, paper copies still have a certain “je ne sais quoi” that blog posts can’t quite replicate! But you can download your PDF with this free link ?? “2025 GO-BFM: Elevate Banking Performance in the Age of AI” ?? https://lnkd.in/dGpgM2pS See you again soon Efi Pylarinou and Theodora Lau - thanks for the great time together ?? IBM Institute for Business Value #fintech #bankingindustry #AI
I am beyond excited to attend SAS Innovate this year and share the stage with Stu Bradley, Theodora Lau and Julie Muckleroy to talk about the future of financial services. What do you think will be the biggest trend in 2025? ?? The Future of Financial Services: What’s Next in 2025? The financial services industry is evolving rapidly, shaped by key PESTEL factors and the rise of AI-driven decision-making. Join our expert panel at SAS Innovate as they break down the biggest trends impacting banks and insurers, and explore how data and AI can drive productivity and resilience in the year ahead. ?? Register today: https://2.sas.com/6041INvdN #SASInnovate #AIinBanking #FinancialServices
American Banker Top 20 Most Influential Women in Fintech | 3x Book Author | Coming Soon: Banking on Artificial Intelligence (2025) | Founder — Unconventional Ventures | Podcast — One Vision | Public Speaker | Top Voice
As AI transforms financial services, we stand at a fascinating crossroads. While headlines focus on efficiency gains and cost savings, the deeper story lies in how AI is fundamentally reshaping the relationship between banks and their customers. In my upcoming book "Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence," I explore how leading institutions are navigating this transition. From fraud detection powered by machine learning to AI-assisted lending for small businesses, we're witnessing the emergence of new models that promise to make banking more accessible and personalized. Banking's digital transformation isn't just about deploying new technology—it's about reimagining relationships. How do we maintain trust when algorithms make lending decisions? How do we ensure personalization doesn't compromise privacy? Counting down to pub date for my third and latest book, "Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence: Navigating the Realities of AI in Financial Services." ?? Grateful for the kind words of encouragement from Elizabeth Lumley ! ?? Pre-order your copy now ... where books are sold. #AI #FinTech #FinancialServices #BankingOnAI #DigitalTransformation | Tula Weis | Palgrave Macmillan |