Champions & Challengers: Discussions on the Legal Edge of Fintech

Welcome to Champions & Challengers, hosted by leading Midwest law firm, Bricker Graydon Wyatt. Featuring innovative CEOs and founders, legal advisors, and industry professionals from the world of FinTech, this limited series podcast will explore business, technology, and regulatory trends, as well as legal developments that are reshaping the financial services industry.

Champions & Challengers: Discussions on the Legal Edge of Fintech is a business podcast hosted by Bricker Graydon Wyatt, Greg Lestini, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Bricker Graydon Wyatt, Greg Lestini hosts Champions & Challengers: Discussions on the Legal Edge of Fintech, a business show with 27 episodes published.

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  Episode #26

  The Heartland of Risk and Innovation

  Oct 28, 202541 minS0

  <p>On this episode of Champions and Challengers, host Greg Lestini sits down with Robert Bell, Executive Director of the Nebraska Insurance Federation, to explore why Nebraska has become a powerful hub for insurance and InsurTech innovation right in the heart of the country.</p><p>Robert shares how the Federation unites insurance companies across all sectors while helping lawmakers understand the intricate issues that shape effective regulation. That educational mission is key to ensuring policies support both consumer protection and industry growth, especially as technology continues to change the playing field.</p><p>The conversation highlights Nebraska’s rapidly ex...

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  Episode #25

  Speed Data and the Future of Information Security

  May 27, 202525 minS0

  <p>On this episode of Champions and Challengers, host Greg Lestini, Public Finance Attorney at Bricker Graydon, sits down with Megan Garza, Communications Manager at Varonis, to explore the fast-evolving world of cybersecurity—especially at the intersection of FinTech, data protection, and AI.</p><p>From the risks posed by social media to the necessity of robust incident response plans, Megan shares insights drawn from her own podcast, Speed Data, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Varonis helps organizations understand and reduce their data risk. Together, they unpack what it means to take a truly data-centric approach to security an...

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  Episode #24

  Bridging Innovation and Insurance with AI, Startups, and the Future of InsurTech

  Apr 29, 202532 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Champions and Challengers, host Greg Lestini explores the rapidly evolving world of InsurTech and insurance innovation. He is joined by the CEO of Scout InsurTech, Chris Luiz, who shares insights on how technology is reshaping the industry, from underwriting and claims automation to regulatory challenges and emerging AI applications.</p><p>The discussion highlights how Scout serves as an ecosystem partner, helping startups connect with established carriers to drive innovation and create new opportunities. The conversation also delves into the regulatory landscape, examining how compliance requirements can serve as both obstacles and catalysts for better...

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  Episode #23

  Leading the Way in Insurance Regulation with Commissioner Jon Godfread

  Mar 25, 202538 minS0

  <p>As spring approaches, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners kicked off the year with their Spring meeting in Indianapolis, March 22 through the 26. This meeting marks the beginning of North Dakota Commissioner Jon Godfread’s term as President of the multi-jurisdictional group. In honor of Commissioner Godfread’s time at the helm of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), we are re-releasing the previously recorded Champions & Challengers episode with Commissioner Godfread and Greg Lestini, recorded in 2023 at the NAIC spring national meeting in Louisville.</p><p>Commissioner Godfread kicked off his term as president with a stirring speech at the...

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  Episode #22

  Securing America's Tech Leadership in the Age of AI

  Mar 6, 202539 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Champions and Challengers, host Greg Lestini sits down with Doug Kelly, CEO of the American Edge Project, to discuss the critical role of American innovation in the technology sector. They explore the far-reaching consequences of offshoring on American manufacturing jobs and the broader economy. Doug emphasizes the need for strong policy changes to ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of technological advancement, particularly in the race for AI supremacy with China. He also highlights the importance of fostering innovation ecosystems across the country, beyond traditional tech hubs like Silicon Valley, to support both...

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