Mighty Finsights

Welcome to "Mighty Finsights," the podcast where finance meets formidable insights and spirited storytelling. Hosted by fintech and financial services agency CSTMR, this show delves into the stories that shape the world of finance and fintech, brought to you straight from the minds of those who know it best—the innovators, the disruptors, and the trailblazers. Each episode of "Mighty Finsights" is a journey into the heart of financial innovation and personal achievement. We sit down with finance professionals, fintech founders, and visionary leaders to uncover the narratives that are often overshadowed by numbers and charts. From humble beginnings to groundbreaking achievements, our guests share not just their successes, but the challenges and setbacks that have shaped their path in the finance industry. Whether you're a finance professional seeking to glean insights from leaders in the field, a fintech founder curious about the latest trends and technologies, or simply someone fascinated by the stories of grit and perseverance behind successful enterprises, "Mighty Finsights" is your gateway to understanding the complexities and capturing the spirit of the financial world. Join us as we unveil the powerful insights and the incredible people behind them, offering not just lessons in finance, but also in innovation, resilience, and the continuous pursuit of excellence. "Mighty Finsights" is more than a podcast - it's an experience where finance and insight come to life: www.cstmr.com/mighty-finsights-podcast. To be a guest on the podcast: https://cstmr.com/mighty-finsights-podcast-guest/.

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  Episode #45

  The CSTMR Team Unpacks Google’s Guidance on AI Search and Building Brand Authority

  Aug 17, 202641 min

  Host - Zac Garver - CSTMR - CSTMR LinkedIn Interviewed - Romina Gomez - CSTMR - CSTMR LinkedIn Brendan Bresnahan - CSTMR - CSTMR LinkedIn In This Episode CSTMR team members Zac Garver, Romina Gómez, and Brendan Bresnahan break down Google’s recent documentation on optimizing websites for generative AI features . As search behavior shifts and AI overviews reduce traditional website click-through rates, the group discusses why chasing short-term tactics or writing for algorithms instead of humans fails. They explore how foundational SEO practices remain essential for generative engine optimization and answer engine optimization, highlighting the importance of original, non-commodity content rooted in first-hand experience. By moving away from hyper-focusing on immediate clicks and exact-match keywords, businesses can build a durable, holistic Discovery Optimization strategy across search, social, and earned media.

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  Episode #44

  Interview with Alex Preece: Surviving the Horror of Startup Bankruptcy and Welfare

  Jul 30, 20261h 1m

  Host - Rory Holland - cstmr.com - Linkedin: CSTMR Interviewed - Alex Preece - Tillo - Tillo LinkedIn In This Episode What connects jumping out of airplanes, surviving a $200k tax mistake over a single weekend , and turning gift cards into financial infrastructure? In this episode of Mighty Finsights, Alex Preece, Founder and CEO of Tillo, joins Rory Holland to share his path from British paratrooper to leading a global fintech engine . Alex breaks down how Tillo pioneered API connectivity in a legacy industry, turning simple branded currency into a tool that helps consumers pay down mortgages, fund pensions, and combat the cost of living. Along the way, he reflects on losing control, the therapeutic nature of horror movies for founders, and why true business endurance comes from treating your company like an evolving entity rather than an exit strategy. It is a candid conversation on resilience, trust, and expanding your vision beyond arbitrary ceilings.

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  Episode #43

  Interview with Mary Ann Miller: What We Promised the Queen of England

  Jul 13, 202654 min

  Host - Rory Holland - cstmr.com - Linkedin: CSTMR Interviewed - Mary Ann Miller - Prove - LinkedIn: Prove In This Episode Cyber fraud and identity veteran Mary Ann Miller, VP of Client Experience at Prove , joins host Rory Holland to unpack her thirty-year journey at the intersection of technology and security. F rom launching early neural networks in the nineties to navigating modern deepfake threats , Mary Ann highlights why authentic identity verification has become the essential welcome mat for digital interaction. The discussion blends high-level risk management strategy with a deeply human perspective, exploring the heartbreaking toll of scams on vulnerable populations like the elderly. Mary Ann also shares captivating stories from her personal adventures, including night diving with majestic manta rays and dining at the royal Clarence House while offering timeless leadership wisdom on leveraging community frameworks and knowing when to pause for the second beat.

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  Episode #42

  Interview with Dori Yona: Recycling Failed Businesses into New Opportunities

  Jun 18, 202649 min

  Host - Rory Holland - cstmr.com - Linkedin: CSTMR Interviewed - Dori Yona - simpleclosure.com - LinkedIn: SimpleClosure In This Episode Dori Yona, co-founder of SimpleClosure , joins host Rory Holland to explore how navigating one of the lowest points in his entrepreneurial life led to building a groundbreaking infrastructure business. Dori opens up about his time commanding a platoon of ships in the IDF Navy, sharing how high-pressure environments shaped his collaborative leadership style. After being forced by his board to shut down a previous startup, he experienced firsthand the isolating, complex, and expensive reality of winding down a business. That dark moment sparked the vision for SimpleClosure, an automated platform that helps companies close gracefully while monetizing their leftover code, data, and assets . This conversation dives into the emotional weight of founder layoffs, the power of persistent curiosity, and why clean endings pave the way for successful new beginnings .

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  Episode #41

  Interview with Charles Rosenblatt: The Javelin Thrower's Guide to Building a Fintech Career

  Jun 3, 202655 min

  Host - Rory Holland - cstmr.com - Linkedin: CSTMR Interviewed - Charles Rosenblatt - butterpayments.com - LinkedIn: Butter Payments In This Episode Charles Rosenblatt, CEO of Butter Payments , joins Rory Holland to pull back the curtain on the operational realities of global payments and subscription models. With over two decades of experience spanning traditional powerhouse banks like JPMorgan Chase to hyper-growth fintech exits like Hyperwallet and Payoneer, Charles brings an authentic operator perspective to the mic. The conversation explores the massive, often hidden threat of involuntary churn — where mechanical payment failures quietly alienate good subscribers —and how Butter utilizes machine learning as a seamless predictive layer to capture lost revenue. Beyond the technology, Charles opens up about h is journey from a competitive college athlete to building a fintech career, the deep personal influence of his father, and the invaluable leadership lesson of prioritizing long-term victory over short-term battles.

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