Not familiar with “branded currency?” Holly Glowaty has you covered. Glowaty, the chief partnerships officer at Prizeout, speaks to why some consumers are choosing loyalty programs and gift cards over cash and where these products fit in the financial technology value chain. Glowaty also talks about her work as cofounder of the Women in Incentives Network and promoting inclusivity in the financial industry. Featuring music from The American Indie.

Monisha Chakrapani is well-versed in the fintech world. As co-host of the Fintech Café podcast, Chakrapani talks with innovators in the financial industry on a weekly basis. And that’s in addition to her 15-year career in the banking industry. Chakrapani discusses what she’s learned from her podcast guests, inclusion in the financial sector and the future of embedded finance. Featuring music from The Sweet Sorrows.

Charles Potts is bringing technology to the community banking industry. Potts, the chief innovation officer for the Independent Community Bankers of America, connects community banks with fintech partners to develop innovative solutions that help bankers and consumers. Potts talks with David about the challenges community banks face in today’s tech-driven world and the opportunities they have to thrive in the future. Featuring music from Centerpiece.

Banks and other institutions looking to enter the crypto space want security and regulation. Anchorage Digital offers both. Anchorage is the first federally chartered crypto bank and offers institutions custody, staking, governance, trading and financing solutions for digital assets. Jennifer Liu, Anchorage Digital’s head of lending, talks with Bryan and Becca about what Anchorage does and how she envisions the future of finance. Featuring music from Ramona Woolf.

Martin Rohner never intended to work in finance. In fact, Rohner, the executive director of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values, started his career in the airline industry. But he soon realized he wanted to do something that created real impact – and sustainable banking fit the bill. Rohner talks with David about the GABV and the work its member banks are doing to create a more socially and environmentally responsible financial sector. He also discusses the importance of positive intention in sustainable business and the GABV’s growth since it began more than a decade ago. Featuring music from Emorie.

Ahon Sarkar wants to make finance more “human.” That means personalizing financial experiences, creating diverse product offerings and making sure everyone has access to free and fair banking. Sarkar, the general manager of Q2’s Helix platform, talks about the future of embedded finance and the importance of helping consumers reach their financial goals through tailored products and services. Featuring music from Snow Bones.