Visa Economic Empowerment Institute Presents Policy Sandbox

Policy Sandbox, a podcast from the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, explores how payments, commerce, and public policy intersect in a rapidly changing world. Hosted by Todd Fox, President of the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, it brings together global banking leaders, innovators, and policymakers to turn complex ideas into actionable insights. Join us as we unpack the future of payments and build bold solutions for tomorrow’s economy.

Visa Economic Empowerment Institute Presents Policy Sandbox is a business podcast hosted by Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Visa Economic Empowerment Institute hosts Visa Economic Empowerment Institute Presents Policy Sandbox, a business show with 10 episodes published.

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  Regional Perspectives on Digital Payments: Latin America and the Caribbean | Policy Sandbox

  Sep 9, 202619 min

  The digital transformation of Latin America’s economies over the past two decades has lifted millions of people out of poverty and demonstrated the power of payments to accelerate financial inclusion. In this episode of Policy Sandbox, Todd Fox sits down with Eduardo Coello—Chairman, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) at Visa—to discuss the the evolution of digital payments in the region. Drawing on his extensive on-the-ground experience, Eduardo explains that success in global payments is about diving deep to provide locally-tailored solutions. Together, Todd and Eduardo tease out the lessons that policymakers and practitioners around the globe can learn from the experience of LAC. For more content from the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, please visit ⁠visa.com/veei⁠ .

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  Small Businesses, Global Reach | Policy Sandbox

  Aug 19, 202625 min

  In this episode of Policy Sandbox , Todd Fox sits down with Dr. Kati Suominen, Founder and CEO of Nextrade Group and a Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, to discuss how technology is expanding opportunities for small businesses to participate in global commerce. Drawing on her research and experience working with firms across global markets, Dr. Suominen explains how e-commerce, AI, digital platforms, and cross-border payments are helping businesses reach customers around the world. She also examines challenges businesses continue to navigate, including regulatory complexity, evolving digital rules, data governance requirements, and market access considerations. Together, Todd and Kati explore what may be needed to support a more connected, resilient, and inclusive global trading environment.

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  Trade at a Crossroads: Realignment and Resilience

  Jul 2, 202634 min

  In this episode of Policy Sandbox, VEEI President Todd Fox sits down with Demetrios Marantis, former Acting U.S. Trade Representative, to discuss how global trade is entering a period of realignment driven by geopolitical shifts, evolving policy priorities, and economic uncertainty.The conversation explores how governments and institutions are balancing resilience with openness, and how supply chains, trade flows, and investment patterns are adapting in response.To ground the conversation in real-world impact, Dr. Kati Suominen, Founder and CEO of Nextrade Group, shares insights on how small and medium-sized businesses experience these shifts firsthand. From regulatory fragmentation to barriers in cross-border commerce, she highlights the importance of digital tools and policy design in enabling “micro-multinationals” to compete globally.Together, the discussion underscores the critical role of trade policy, digital infrastructure, and cross-border payments in shaping a more resilient and inclusive global economy.

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  Trust in a Fragmented World: Technology & Global Finance |Policy Sandbox

  May 27, 202639 minS0

  <p>On Episode 6 of Policy Sandbox, Trust in a Fragmented World:Technology & Global Finance, host Todd Fox sits down with Dr. Axel Weber and Ambassador Koji Tsuruoka, two members of the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute (VEEI) Advisory Council. During their conversation, Todd and his guests discuss the importance of building strong relationships between keyconnectors—across finance, payments, and the public sector—for managing emerging risks amid growing fragmentation. </p><p>Check out more form the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute at visa.com/veei.</p><p></p>

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  Balancing Growth & Stability in a Fragmented World |Policy Sandbox

  May 10, 202644 minS0

  <p>In Episode 5, Balancing Growth & Stability in a Fragmented World, VEEI President  Fox, Todd sits down with Dr. Loretta Mester and Lord Jonathan Hill, two members of the VEEI Advisory Council, to discuss how central bankers and policymakers need to balance financial stability and economic growth in an era of constant change. </p>

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