Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Mike Butler, President & CEO at Grasshopper Bank.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Digital Innovation in Banking: Mike Butler discusses his transition from traditional banking to leading digital-first initiatives at Grasshopper Bank.
• Psychographics Over Demographics: Grasshopper targets “technophiles”—clients preferring digital experiences—rather than traditional market segments.
• Strategic Tech Partnerships: Cultural alignment, not just technology, is key in choosing partners for long-term impact.
• AI’s Transformative Role: Butler reflects on underestimating AI’s impact and how it will reshape credit, sales, and operations in banking.
• Future-Proofing with Data and People: Success hinges on smart talent, a forward-thinking mindset, and robust data strategy.

To learn more about Grasshopper Bank:
Website: https://www.grasshopper.bank
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grasshopperbank/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-butler-70027013/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Walter Ward III, CEO and Co-Founder at TiiCKER.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• TiiCKER rewards shareholders: Public company investors get perks like discounts and products just for holding shares.
• Walter Ward III’s unique journey: From JPMorgan to BlackRock to TiiCKER CEO, Walter blends corporate experience with startup innovation.
• AI for effortless investing: TiiCKER’s new tool lets users verify stock ownership via a simple photo of a brokerage statement.
• Future of finance is social: Investing behavior is evolving with community, identity, and consumer-brand alignment at the center.
• Startup culture insights: Walter critiques traditional fundraising narratives, advocating for human-centered design and thoughtful prioritization.

To learn more about TiiCKER:
Website: https://www.tiicker.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tiicker/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walterwardiii/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Ariel Tiger, CEO at EverC.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Ariel Tiger's transition from investor to CEO at EverC
• EverC's technology-first approach to fraud and compliance
• The global rise in scams and EverC's strategy to combat them
• How EverC plans to leverage AI for market expansion and innovation

To learn more about EverC:
Website: http://www.everc.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/everc/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arieltiger/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Herman Man, Chief Product Officer at Bluevine.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• All-in-One Banking Solution: Bluevine offers a digital-first platform tailored for small businesses with tools from checking to lending.
• Product Strategy Framework: Uses a percentage-based roadmap and a customized RICE framework for prioritizing features.
• Effortless Onboarding: Customers can open an account in minutes, with tools like QuickBooks integration and virtual cards.
• Tailored Growth Tools: Features like AP automation, fraud controls, and lending options support scalable operations.
• Forward-Looking Innovation: Bluevine is piloting a new product to enhance its role as the financial OS for small businesses.

To learn more about Bluevine:
Website: http://www.bluevine.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluevine/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hermanjman/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Aron Alexander, CEO & Founder at Runa.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Legacy payment systems are outdated and not built for modern payout needs.
• Runa introduces programmable, real-time, and interoperable infrastructure for businesses.
• Loyalty is shifting from points to instant, relevant value.
• Flexible payout options build trust and deepen customer relationships.
• Cross-border payments face friction due to complexity and lack of contextual value.

To learn more about Runa:
Website: http://www.runa.io
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/runapayouts/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aronalexander/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Elena Casal, Chief Client Officer at The Clearing House.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Elena Casal discusses the evolution and role of The Clearing House in U.S. payments.
• Real-time payments enable money transfers in 15 seconds or less with no settlement risk.
• Challenges include legacy banking systems and technology integration.
• RTP use cases span small business funding, gig worker pay, and digital wallet transfers.
• Fintech collaborations and security innovations are shaping the future of payments.

To learn more about The Clearing House:
Website: http://www.theclearinghouse.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-clearing-house/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-casal-1276554/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Jonathan Silver, CEO & Co-Founder at Engage People.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Engage People’s Loyalty Tech Vision: Jonathan Silver shares how Engage People enables consumers to pay with loyalty points directly at checkout.
• Triple Win for Retailers, Programs, and Members: Increased engagement, larger basket sizes, and lower transaction costs benefit all parties.
• Frictionless User Experience: A seamless POS integration drives high adoption and member satisfaction.
• The Future of Loyalty: AI-driven offers based on consumer behavior aim to optimize value and response rates.
• Retailer and FI Value Proposition: One integration opens access to Engage People’s expanding network of partners and active users.

To learn more about Engage People:
Website: http://www.engagepeople.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/engageppl/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-silver-b42aaa2/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Romi Savova, CEO at PensionBee.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Origin of PensionBee: Romi Savova founded PensionBee after struggling to move her own retirement account—revealing deep flaws in the legacy system.
• Retirement Challenges in the U.S.: A lack of automatic enrollment and financial literacy leads Americans to miss out on crucial retirement savings.
• “Your Home Is Not Your Pension”: Savova explains why relying solely on property for retirement income is risky and unsustainable.
• Financial Education as Empowerment: PensionBee's "Retirement 101" aims to educate and inspire individuals to take control of their financial future.
• U.S. Expansion & Market Gaps: With 30% of 401(k)s dormant, PensionBee is tackling an overlooked need: consolidating old accounts into accessible online IRAs.

To learn more about PensionBee:
Website: https://www.pensionbee.com/uk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pensionbee/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romi-savova-49477a25/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Finance is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.