In this episode of the Leaders in Payments podcast, host Greg Myers speaks with Rochelle Blease, President of G2 Risk Solutions, about her career journey, the role of G2 in the payments ecosystem, and the evolving landscape of risk and compliance. Rochelle shares her background, from studying law and working in litigation to transitioning into fintech, where she discovered a passion for business strategy, acquisitions, and regulatory compliance.

G2 Risk Solutions, a pioneer in merchant and payments risk, helps financial institutions, payment facilitators, and large digital platforms detect and prevent fraudulent activities. Rochelle explains how G2 leverages its proprietary Merchant Map, a sophisticated network that tracks fraud patterns and identifies illicit transactions globally. She emphasizes the critical role of data and expertise in staying ahead of well-funded fraudsters, particularly as digital commerce grows rapidly in emerging markets.

The discussion also touches on the increasing impact of AI in fraud detection and the challenges posed by evolving regulations. Rochelle highlights her passion for understanding customers and solving complex problems, as well as her personal interests in philanthropy, music, and family. She offers advice to young professionals entering the fintech space, encouraging them to explore their interests and embrace change.