The HiveMind Interviews: Sharing the secrets of successful Fintechs

Building sustainable Fintech companies isn’t easy. Selling is more complex and risk-driven, decision making is syndicated, and sales cycles are longer. Delivering product requires more resilient and expensive engineering, and the market it crowded.I wanted to explore how to build a commercially successful Fintech from every perspective; from the buyer, through product and across sales and marketing. Revenue isn’t simply a ’sales’ challenge - it only happens when the entire machine is working perfectly. Let’s unlock the secrets together with my guests.

The HiveMind Interviews: Sharing the secrets of successful Fintechs is a business podcast hosted by jamesbarkert, with 26 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.

jamesbarkert hosts The HiveMind Interviews: Sharing the secrets of successful Fintechs, a business show with 26 episodes published.

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  Episode #21

  Stephen Lemon on Fintech’s Harsh Lessons and Big Breakthroughs

  Oct 20, 202548 minS0

  <p >In this episode of Hivemind, Stephen Lemon, co-founder of Currency Cloud, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, discussing the challenges and triumphs of building a fintech company. He reflects on the importance of product market fit, the role of APIs in innovation, and the significance of strategic partnerships. Stephen also emphasizes the lessons learned from near failures, the value of organizational health, and the current trends in fintech investment, particularly in the context of AI and evolving business models.</p> <p > </p> ⏱️ Timestamps <p >00:00 The Journey of Currency Cloud</p> <p >05:57 Navigating Growth Phases and Product Market Fit</p> <p >12...

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  Episode #20

  The Entrepreneurial Journey of David Brear and 11:FS

  Sep 29, 202545 minS0

  <p >David Brear is the co-founder and CEO of 11:FS, the consultancy and venture builder reshaping how financial services think about digital. Known for his mantra that “banking is only 1% finished,” David is one of the most recognized voices in fintech, helping institutions reimagine products, services, and customer experience for a digital-first world.</p> <p > </p> <p >David shares the story of leaving corporate life to start 11:FS at the height of the FinTech boom, bootstrapping the company, and building a multi-disciplinary business spanning consulting, product development, and media. The conversation dives into the challenges of scaling a startup while maint...

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  Episode #18

  From CEO to Startup, with Goran Bosankic of Field 39

  Sep 25, 202549 minS0

  <p >In this episode of Hivemind, host James Barker is joined by Goran Bosankić, former CEO of ABC Tech and co-founder of Field39. Together, they unpack the evolution of fintech, explore the fallout from the 2021 hype cycle, and dive deep into what’s next for digital banking platforms. Goran offers hard-won insights from building and leading tech companies through crises, speaks frankly about AI’s true impact on financial services, and shares cultural and strategic lessons from years of leadership.</p> <p > </p> <p >Whether you’re selling into banks or navigating the complexities of product-market fit in fintech, this episode...

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  Episode #19

  Hivemind talks to Irene Sandler on Targeted B2B Marketing, AI’s Role in Content, and Connecting with Buyers

  Jul 15, 202539 minS0

  <p>In this conversation, Irene Sandler, CMO of Mechanical Orchard, discusses the importance of understanding market fit and the critical problems that need solving for startups. She emphasizes the role of AI in modernizing legacy systems and the need for clear messaging to target audiences. The discussion also covers the challenges of B2B marketing in the age of AI, the evolution of LinkedIn, and the significance of advocacy in building trust. Sandler highlights the changing landscape of SEO and the importance of clear communication in marketing. The conversation concludes with insights on the attention economy and the challenges marketers...

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  Episode #17

  Building Griffin: The Developer-First Bank Built by Engineers, with David Jarvis Founder of Griffin Bank

  Jun 11, 202535 minS0

  <p >What happens when a D&D-playing data scientist decides the banking industry needs a developer-first overhaul? In this episode of The Hivemind, I speak with David Jarvis, co-founder and CEO of Griffin, the UK’s platform bank built for fintech builders.</p> <p >We dive deep into David’s unconventional path to becoming a founder—from flunked coding interviews to launching one of the most talked-about infrastructure banks in Europe. We unpack Griffin’s self-serve product philosophy, the future of embedded finance, and why David thinks salespeople are optional (but helpful).</p> <p >For fintech operators, B2B SaaS founders...

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