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Year in Review 2025: Insights from FinWise Bank

Join host Sarah Grotta, Deputy Chief FinTech Officer at FinWise Bank, and a panel of FinWise leaders as they reflect on the biggest shifts, challenges, and opportunities in fintech and banking partnerships over the past year. This special episode brings together:

• Kenzie Mexican, SVP, Deputy Chief Compliance Officer
• Simon Darchis, Head of Fintech Products and Strategic Initiatives
• Chris Comber, SVP, Credit Management and Strategy
• Nick Chiappetti, VP, Fintech Marketing and Partnerships
• Donnie Drake, SVP, BaaS Operations
• Sarah Grotta, Deputy Chief FinTech Officer (Host)

What’s inside:
• How 2025 compared to the regulatory “wildfire” of 2024
• The maturing fintech landscape: fewer startups, more mergers & acquisitions
• Shifting regulatory tone, but persistent compliance focus
• The rise of AI and stablecoins—hype vs. practical impact
• Evolving consumer expectations and product innovation
• Predictions for 2026: bank charter trends, AML modernization, and more collaboration

Tune in for candid perspectives, industry trends, and a look ahead to what’s next in fintech and banking. Happy holidays from the FinWise EYE ON Podcast team!