We got together with Javier Borkenztain, Robert Jakech and Pablo Ricobelli from Fiter in between preparations for the 2022 LendIt Fintech USA + Cryptonexus Workshop taking place in NYC on May 25th and 26th to get the scoop on the conference and understand what it’s like to be back live and in person after 2 years of pandemic-adapted virtual conferences. Here is what they had to say:
1) So, guys, what’s it like to be attending the 2022 LendIt Fintech USA + Cryptonexus Workshop in person this year in NYC after two years of virtual conferences?
Javier: I am very excited about traveling again and meeting up with other industry reps. I will enjoy seeing some old friends at the event and making new friends as well. Fiter has always operated remotely, so the pandemic hadn’t really affected the way we work. In fact, the pandemic has actually accelerated growth for us as more people became aware of the benefits of open source Fintech. We will also be holding our yearly founders’ retreat with Robert right before the conference, so this particular trip has many important events in store for us. We are really looking forward to it!
Pablo: It’s great! Speaking with our customers face to face, it definitely gives the business and the relationship a different dynamic. With Fiter being a remote company, we relish every opportunity for having a conversation with our customers in the same room and obtaining additional information that is sometimes lost in e-meetings.
Robert: The prospect that I can interact with colleagues, industry experts and thought leaders and share ideas, chat and exchange pleasantries is irreplaceable
2) What added value does the 2022 LendIt Fintech USA + Cryptonexus Workshop bring to the industry?
Javier: We feel the finance industry is accelerating its open-source adoption rate. Fiter is the only company at LendIt that offers a core banking open-source solution. We will be bringing open source to Fintech. I am very excited about some of the talks about CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies) and the new digital currency for different countries.
Pablo: Well, it kind of reminds me of the telecommunication boom in 2000. It’s part of the world’s evolution. The infrastructure for global communication was set in that decade. Now it’s definitely time for the world to drive the Fintech revolution using that infrastructure.
Robert: I am not surprised at the wave of evolution, revolution, and transformation of Fintech and 2022 is the epitome of that. Humanity has gone through a lot. 2022 brings revelation to this effect that everything is trending upwards. So exciting to be alive right now!
3) How is Fiter approaching all of these trends?
Pablo: We are at the very heart of these trends! Pretty much all the financial products are going to need an engine that properly supports them. Fiter is here to stay.
Robert: The key is to stay on the edge. This is what we do. We challenge ourselves to keep up with the ever-changing dynamics in the industry to stay on top of the trends.
4) How is your schedule apart from the panels you will facilitate?
Javier: Robert and I will be arriving earlier to hold our annual strategic retreat. Pablo will join us on Monday so we can have some planned pre-event activities.
Pablo: I’m focused on building new and lasting relationships. We are aiming high. We therefore have to plan our itinerary carefully.
Robert: Arriving ahead of the main event will help us plan our game.
5) Who will you be reaching out to at the conference?
Javier: We will be reaching out to founders and creators of the new financial companies in the USA. We have the perfect tool for them. We work with founders from all over the world.
Pablo: We want to get in touch with the visionaries within their firms who have both access and the capability to sow the seeds of innovation within their own organizations. We also always enjoy catching up with key players and stakeholders to exchange ideas.
Robert: I am looking forward to mingling with industry heavyweights, thought leaders and transformation leaders.
6) Are there specific speakers you are looking forward to hearing at the event?
Javier: There are so many wonderful keynote speakers at the conference. I am looking forward to learning from the best in the industry.
Pablo: Yes, there definitely are, but I am more focused on meeting their audience, as that is where trends are born.
Robert: I am keeping an open mind but am most definitely looking forward to attending talks from some of our potential competitors. Looking forward to attending talks centered around Fintech trends.
7) NYC has so much culture to offer its visitors. Which of these would you be wanting to attend: The Food Walking Tour, an NFL game, or a Broadway show?
Javier: A Broadway show.
Pablo: Tough decision. But it will probably be a tailored experience.
Robert: This is the part where I wish I could clone myself to attend them all! But who would want to miss Broadway while in NYC???
Catch up with the Fiter team at the 2022 LendIt Fintech USA + Cryptonexus Workshop in person this year in NYC to get the latest trends and innovations of the Fintech industry or catch a Broadway show with the guys. The Fiter meeting schedule is filling up quickly so don’t forget to book your meeting with Javier, Pablo or Robert to discuss how Fiter can help grow your business. Email us at: hello@fiter.io
