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From the archives, this week 9 years ago, we released a fascinating episode of the c-suite podcast exploring the transformative role of social media in the finance industry.   Featuring expert insights from Nick Jones, then Head of Digital Communications & Corporate Responsibility at Visa Europe, Sharon O'Dea, then Head of Digital Communications at Standard Chartered, and Keith Lewis, then Social Media Manager at Zurich Insurance, the discussion tackled key themes such as navigating FCA regulations, bridging the gap between communications and customer service, financial education through ‘Blended Learning,’ managing global social messages, and integrating apps into financial services.   Fast forward to today, social media in finance has come a long way. AI-driven personalisation, influencer partnerships, and real-time customer engagement now dominate the space, showcasing just how much has changed since this episode aired.   With new social networks like Bluesky Social, where is your social strategy taking you?   Take a listen and reflect on how far we’ve come!

The latest edition of our c-suite newsletter is now available. Packed with insights from our latest episodes featuring ClearBank and Oyster® to behind the scenes content from Money20/20 Las Vegas 2024, there's plenty for you to catch up on! Let us know your thoughts below 👇

The next episode of our Unicorn Leaders series will feature Dave Grow, CEO of Lucid Software. Lucid Software is the leader in visual collaboration, helping teams see and build the future from idea to reality. Dave assumed his current role of CEO in 2022 after serving as President and COO at the company, where he oversaw go-to-market functions and internal operations. If you have any questions for Dave, let us know below ⬇️ You won't want to miss this one! Stay tuned for the release date. 👀

In this clip, Tony Jamous, CEO and Co-Founder of Oyster® talks about the origin of his name and how the buffalo (Arabic for Jamous), an animal he deeply connects with, inspires his leadership style. He shares how the toughest buffalos protect the herd from the outer edges, offering guidance and safety, which mirrors how leaders can create systems that protect and help their team grow. Tune into the latest episode of our Unicorn Leaders series, linked below!

Here, Tony Jamous, CEO & Co-founder of Oyster® talks about how Oyster is solving the complex challenges of global employment by building an AI-driven platform that simplifies employment regulations, tax laws, and payroll rules across countries. He also discusses Oyster’s expansion to support all employment modalities, including contractors and full-time employees worldwide. Link below to the full interview!

In this clip from our most recent Unicorn Leaders Series Interview, Tony Jamous, CEO and Co-Founder of Oyster® talks about how Oyster is tackling the $8.5 trillion economic loss caused by unfulfilled jobs in the West. He explains how making global hiring as easy as local hiring can reduce brain drain, empower emerging economies, and bring more equality to the global workforce. Catch the full episode, available now! Link in the comments ⬇️

📣 New Series Coming soon!   For those of our followers interested in all things Fintech and Finance, we are excited to announce a new seven-episode mini-series coming soon to the c-suite podcast.   We're partnering up with payabl. to produce 'Pay it Forward'.   payabl. is a paytech expert empowering merchants to take, make and manage payments globally and 'Pay It Forward' will be bringing together panels of top guests to delve deep into the world of payments, telling the tales behind payments, sharing secrets from the forefront of finance, and gazing into the crystal ball to find out what the future holds.   Planning is already underway and recording starts in a few weeks, so make sure you are following the podcast for when the first episode drops.   If you're already a fan of the c-suite podcast, please do give us a positive rating and review on your platform of choice. Links to Apple, Spotify and YouTube are in the comments below.

New Episode Alert❗ In the latest episode of our Unicorn Leaders series, we’re joined by Tony Jamous, Co-Founder and CEO of Oyster® — a global employment platform revolutionising remote work and distributed hiring. Tony shares the incredible journey of building a mission-driven company that's raised over $280 million, achieved unicorn status in under two years from launch, and is helping companies tap into global talent pools while fostering equality and opportunity worldwide. 💡 Whether you’re curious about the future of work, scaling globally, or leading with purpose, this episode is packed with invaluable insights. Tune in now to the c-suite podcast for the full episode, linked below! ⬇️

🎙️ New Inside Voice Episode Coming Soon! 🎙️ We’re diving deep into the world of organisational change with three experienced experts: 🔹 Jason Bloomfield, Global Head of People Change & Experience Design at Ericsson 🔹 Adrienne Cohen, Change, Culture & Employee Experience Specialist 🔹 Nadine Dixon, Internal & Change Communications Specialist In 'Communicating Change: Lessons Learned in Organisational Transformation', they share hard-earned insights from leading change initiatives, exploring what works (and what doesn’t) and how we can move beyond stats and theory to create lasting impact. Got a question for the panel? Drop us a line, and we’ll do our best to include it in the episode! Stay tuned. 

Here, Daniel Flowe, Head of Digital Identity at LSEG Risk Intelligence addresses the rise in generated content and the lack of trust in media for verification purposes. He highlights how increasingly sophisticated fraudsters are outpacing traditional defences and calls attention to the inherent inequities in many identity verification tools. 💡 Daniel shares insights on creating a secure, yet globally inclusive approach to identity verification. Catch the full episode, recorded in partnership with LSEG Risk Intelligence at Money20/20 USA in Las Vegas. Link in the comments! ⬇️