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Commercial acceleration

  • Contract
  • Commercial
    Advisory
  • Investment

In the early stages of a company funding is key to the enterprise getting going. But once the core product has been built, the Fintech needs to get contracts to allow it to scale up. These contracts obviously provide revenue but also show that there has been a “product/market fit”. They also show that the Fintech is capable of dealing with large complex organisations and meeting the high risk standards involved.

At Fintech Connex we have the contacts to help this happen. We understand the needs and processes of the large financial corporates. We understand their problems and can help the Fintech to show how their product can solve those problems. In short ,we talk the language of both the large financial corporate and the Fintech.

With a wealth of experience and knowledge, the Fintech Connex team possesses key attributes crucial for advisory success. Our expertise encompasses deep industry knowledge, analytical prowess, effective communication, problem-solving skills, adaptability, integrity, client-centric focus, strategic thinking, networking abilities, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Beyond the years of collective experience, our team understands the intricacies of financial institutions, technology, and the transformative impact of Digital Transformation. Most importantly, we excel in driving commercial strategy and success across a diverse range of product types, serving as a trusted sounding board to shape your go-to-market strategy effectively.

Deepening our relationships with a small number of fintech companies with corporate and founder investment.

Who we work with

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  • FTC View:

    An award-winning Fintech company that has created a top performing Ai risk analyst (Emmalyn). Their product can be used for all forms of credit and equity risk management in both the front office and the second line of defence. Increasingly the engine that they have created will be used in asset management to create various strategies of outperformance. As the asset management industry looks for ways to increase returns and reduce the cost of providing those returns, Bluefire will be able to help the industry achieve those goals.

  • FTC offers a truly unique proposition for ‘emerging’ technology companies by facilitating access to industry veterans with domain expertise in the broad financial services space. BlueFire AI was able to simultaneously refine the product proposition and be ‘connected’ to decision makers within the target client cohort. The FTC Connectors Club members offer an engaging environment encompassing mentorship, introduction, corporate events and above all time Thanks again FTC we appreciate your support. Luke Waddington, CEO & Co Founder BFAI

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  • FTC View:

    A highly unique use of AI to provide a solution for early detection of accounting manipulation. By providing accounting risk scores for tens of thousands of companies across the world, it is critical data for portfolio management where there are a large number of companies under risk management. A data product that allows questions to be asked on both existing and new risk.

    In addition have built a model which is really easy to use through an innovative front end, called “Luca”.

  • The team at FTC are seasoned professionals in the financial services industry who understand the imperative for greater accounting transparency. With their connections to senior management in the industry, we are able to have quality conversations with market participants whose decisions rely on the integrity of financial reporting. Germaine Chia, transparently.AI

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  • FTC View:

    BMLL is setting a new standard for historical data quality. The days of having to put up with bad quality data and using 80% of your quant’s valuable time to cleanse data are over. BMLL are delivering high-quality, granular order book data to market participants worldwide.

  • With its first-class industry expertise and extensive network, Fintech Connex is perfectly positioned to help us connect with firms who wish to differentiate themselves by what they do with the data, rather than by owning and engineering it. Paul Humphrey, CEO, BMLL Technologies

  • FTC View:

    Eligible uses real time behavioural data and technology to transform mortgage servicing by creating tailored customer journeys. Initially the focus was on increasing customer retention where they had impressive results. Increasingly their product will be important to financial institutions that want to demonstrate high levels of customer duty of care.

  • Eligible.ai

  • FTC View:

    KYP.io allows you to do exactly that…Know Your Partner…and in real time! With its ability to continuously monitor firms real time risks, KYP offers actionable insights that deliver a complete picture of your business partners, vendors and suppliers.

  • Fintech Connex has been the most effective partner KYP has worked with in terms of providing access to key decision-makers across global businesses. Their extensive network and ability to open doors have surpassed that of any other partner we've collaborated with. I highly recommend that any business consider joining their mission. Alan Nagle, CEO KYP

  • FTC View:

    The advanced use of data is the life blood of most large companies. Key to that usage is permissioning and control. Exate specialises in creating an environment which can allow for enforcement of data privacy and dynamic access control. Their Apigator product is particularly interesting as it protects data in motion through APIs and streaming products. A Fintech company that is also very thoughtful in its use of Partnerships to help deliver its product to the end client.

  • eXate values working with Fintech Connex because they truly understand our mission and the evolving landscape of data privacy. Their industry expertise, wide network, and commitment to fostering innovation makes them the perfect partner to amplify our voice and help us reach the right audience. Peter Lancos, CEO & Co-Founder

  • FTC View:

    FTC recognise that predictive analytics is crucial in investment strategies, enabling firms to forecast market trends, identify opportunities, and mitigate risks. By leveraging AI-driven insights, Axyon.ai helps investors make smarter, proactive decisions and optimise returns.

  • Working with Fintech Connex (FTC) has been immensely valuable due to the exceptional access they provide to a network of industry experts and potential partners. This connectivity has facilitated crucial collaborations and significantly propelled our strategic initiatives forward. FTC's ability to connect us with the right people and resources makes them an indispensable partner in the fintech space. Daniele Grassi – CEO Axyon.ai

  • FTC View:

    Individuals in the business community have been rapidly moving to the use of WhatsApp and other messaging solutions. This can cause security and compliance risks for their companies. There is also loss of customer information and a reduction in the ability of the company to analyse what is happening with their clients. Message Matrix integrates seamlessly with all the major messaging applications in a secure and data retained structure. Their use of Ai is powerfully creating customer engagement particularly in the event management space.

  • Working with FTC allows us to reach new markets faster than we could ourselves while having a skill ’sherpa’ to expertly guide us. Douglas Orr, CEO MessageMatrix

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  • FTC View:

    Prestatech offers a seamless, AI-driven lending solution that empowers banks to make fast, data-rich credit decisions, enhancing efficiency and customer experience.

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  • FTC has been an agile gateway to the UK banking market for Prestatech. It is like having a dedicated salesperson in-house with valuable insights on the ins and outs of the market. Luca Terragni – Co Founder and CPO

  • FTC View:

    The structured finance market is complex by definition. Cardo Ai provides advanced software, intelligence and infrastructure to help manage this complexity. Using advanced technology and fast to implement, they can provide solutions for both ABS issuers and investors and for Servicers and Trustees. Their ability to bring all of the market together on their platform positions them well.

  • CardoAI.com

  • FTC View:

    The lending lifecycle is operationally complex. If you are a big lender then you can invest in a big system and configure it to work for you. If you are not at that scale, then the system that the Kennek team has built can help lenders operate with the same quality and security. Built by former lenders ,they marry lending experience with modern pre-packaged technology. A connective system that brings lenders, borrowers and investors together on a single platform.

  • Kennek.io

  • FTC View:

    Kaizen Reporting is a leading provider of regulatory reporting solutions designed to help financial institutions meet complex compliance demands with precision and ease. By combining advanced technology and expert insights, Kaizen ensures data accuracy, reduces errors, and streamlines reporting processes, minimising regulatory risks.

  • FTC occupies a niche space in the industry, bringing influential strategic players together with innovative Fintechs. We are proud to have been working with FTC since its beginnings and are grateful for the opportunities FTC has provided to grow our business through their impressive network. Ian Rennie, MD & Co founder

The founders

Niall Cameron

founder of Fintech Connex

My career has spanned finance, technology, data and digital across several decades. I started as a trader in the 80’s, moved into capital markets in the 90’s and into senior management in the early 2000’s. I have had Head of Markets roles at both ABN Amro and HSBC. I was fortunate to have been one of the senior executives at Markit Group where I learned about the power of financial data. Most recently I was Global Head of Digital for HSBC for the corporate and institutional business. I believe that Fintech is the future of finance and want to be part of that evolution.

Martin Neall

founder of Fintech Connex

I have had the pleasure over the last 25 years of leading large, diverse Trading, Securities Services, Finance and latterly Digital transformation teams as both COO & CFO. I enjoy bringing a strategic perspective to any business I’m involved with, but I’m equally happy in amongst the weeds. Embracing the technology revolution of Financial Services is the next exciting challenge in my career. Working with Fintech Firms to help them collaborate and grow, by connecting them to our dynamic network of Connector Club members and Digital Influencers should keep me busy for the next 25 years!

Tim Sykes

founder of Fintech Connex

The consistent theme running through the various adventures in my career, from my time as an II ranked Analyst, a Treasurer, Government at UKFI and investment banking has been the strategic development of the financial services sector and its interaction with capital markets. The race to digitalise has only just begun for many participants. Such challenges have been met before by accepting the need to change and by embracing the best of what is available. Working to bring together strategic players with enabling Fintech companies is an obvious, natural and exciting next step.

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