FinovateFall Sneak Peek: Horizn

FinovateFall Sneak Peek: Horizn

A look at the companies demoing live at FinovateFall on September 24 through 26, 2018 in New York. Register today and save your spot.

Horizn’s award-winning Horizn Knowledge Platform helps financial institutions dramatically accelerate market adoption of digital innovation and new products, with both employees and customers.

Features

  • Gets employees and customers fluent on the latest digital innovations
  • Improves customer experience and drives digital adoption
  • Combines micro-learning, social technologies, gamification, and analytics

Why it’s great
Using Horizn, banks increased digital adoption by 25% and brought call center times down by 45 seconds. After using the in-branch demo with non-digital customers, up to 20% converted to digital banking.

Presenters

Janice Diner, CEO and Founding Partner
Diner founded Horizn in 2012. Her creative vision and determination has made Horizn a world-class SaaS company with a platform used by 60 million bank customers.
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Steve Frook, VP Sales
As VP Sales at Horizn, Frook works closely with financial institutions to significantly increase adoption and awareness of new and existing innovations.
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Watch Demo Videos from FinovateSpring for Free

Watch Demo Videos from FinovateSpring for Free

If you’re bummed because you missed out on FinovateSpring– or just missed a demo session to take a conference call– we’ve got you covered! Starting today, you can watch all of the FinovateSpring demos for free on Finovate’s video archives.

Of course, there’s nothing like seeing the demos live and in person– networking opportunities included– but this is the next best thing. To start you off with a small sample, here are the five companies whose demos won Best of Show (as voted by the audience).

AlphaRank

Conversation.one

Dynamics

Kasasa

Trusona

Following #Finovate at FinovateSpring

Following #Finovate at FinovateSpring

After four days of fintech content at FinovateSpring last week, there was a lot to Tweet about but our audience was up to the task. We’ve captured their thoughts on everything from the demos to the food.

So if you missed out, check out the conversation below.

About the demos

Going for the gong

Talking about the tunes

Food for thought

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lots of love

Discussion days

Thanks to everyone for Tweeting and tagging your thoughts #Finovate! We’ll see you at FinovateFall on September 24 through 26 in New York.

Welcome to Day Four of FinovateSpring

Welcome to Day Four of FinovateSpring

After our first content-packed discussion day at FinovateSpring, we’re ready for round two!

Today’s discussion begins at 9 AM at the Santa Clara Convention Center and you won’t want to be late because we’re kicking things off with a keynote presentation from Adam Cheyer, co-founder and VP of engineering at Siri and Viv Labs. And that’s just the start– there’s plenty more in store. Check out the full agenda on our website or see the highlights below:

8 AM to 9 AM Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:00 Opening Remarks

9:05 to 9:45 Keynote Address: The rise of Natural Language Processing (NLP), smart speakers (Alexa), and a future with far less screen time

  • Adam Cheyer, co-founder and VP of engineering at Siri and Viv Labs

9:45 to 10:05 Fireside Chat: How to innovate on behalf of the customer

  • David Penn – Research Analyst, Finovate
  • Joseph Villamizar – Director, FinTech Partnerships, Scotiabank
  • Patrick Gauthier – Vice President, Amazon Pay

10:05 to 10:35 Refreshments and Networking Break

10:35 to 12:20 Summit Sessions

  • Banking & Payments
  • New Technology
  • SMB Fintech

12:20 to 1:20 Lunch and Networking

1:20 to 3:00 Summit Sessions

  • Banking & Payments
  • New Technology
  • SMB Fintech

Coat check is available until 3 PM today so be sure to take advantage of that if you need it.

A huge thank-you to everyone for coming out and attending, speaking, demoing, blogging, Tweeting, and networking! We could not do this without you! We’ll see you next at FinovateFall, September 24 through 26 in New York.

In the meantime, feel free to follow @Finovate on Twitter and read along on the Finovate blog for fintech news and alumni updates.

FinovateSpring: Cyber Security, Branch Banking, Partnerships, Financial Wellness, and More

Cyber security is finally at the frontline of conversations, but is it that easy?

Today we chatted with Sean Sposito, Security Analyst at Javelin Strategy, about the challenges that financial services companies have when dealing with cyber security. While awareness of cyber security has never been higher, Sposito asks whether that really equals an impenetrable safe wall?

Banks: who do you want to be when you grow up?

We ask John Waupsh, Chief Innovation Officer at Kasasa, where the branch stands? “Consumers, including millennials, still want to go into the branch and talk to somebody,” Waupsh says. But he counters with the fact that banks should be investing in a future of embedded banking.

FI + Core Vendor + Fintech: What it takes to make the partnership work

Tina Giorgio, President & CEO of ICBA Bancard, speaks with us live at FinovateSpring 2018 about the three Ts  – time, talent, and treasure –  that can guide community banks as they seek to adopt new technologies.

Financial wellness first: transforming the digital experience

“As a financial services industry, we have not yet been able to help a customer understand that the decisions that they make today impact their short and long-term goals,” says Tiffani Montez, Retail Banking Senior Analyst for Aite Group. Taking a new perspective on the digital experience, Montez addresses the key themes that can be facilitated by keeping financial wellness at the forefront: mobile experience, the role of the branch, and reinventing the checking account.

Security scars are key to innovation

“What’s your surface area and what are you defending?” is the first question you should be asking yourself when considering cyber security, according to Ben Johnson, CTO & Co-Founder, Obsidian Security. We speak to him live at FinovateSpring 2018 about the best practice and innovations in cyber security today.

“Banks can’t be everything for everyone”

We speak to Alex Jimenez, Vice President Senior Strategist, Zions Bancorporation about the key takeaways from the panels he participated in that addresses payments and platformization.

 

Welcome to Day Three of FinovateSpring

Welcome to Day Three of FinovateSpring

We wrapped up the demos at FinovateSpring yesterday and crowned the Best of Show winners. Today we’re switching gears to discuss some of the tools and trends we saw on stage, and look at what they mean for the future of fintech.

There’s a lot to fit in, so doors open earlier this morning at 8 AM and the general session kicks off at 9 AM here at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Tickets are still available at the door.

You can check out the full agenda on our website, but here’s what you can expect today:

8 AM to 9 AM Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:00 Opening Remarks

9:10 to 9:55 Analyst All Stars

  • Shane Hubbell – Managing Director, Alkali Partners
  • Jacob Jegher – Senior Vice President, Banking and Head of Strategy, Javelin Strategy & Research
  • Daniel Latimore – Senior Vice President, Banking Group, Celent
  • Tiffani Montez – Retail Banking Senior Analyst, Aite Group
  • Ron Shevlin – Director of Research, Cornerstone Advisors
  • Jerry Silva – Global Retail Banking Research Director, IDC Financial Insights

9:55 to 10:35 Keynote Address: How Blockchain will revolutionize the industry

  • Bettina Warburg – Blockchain Researcher, Entrepreneur and Educator, Animal Ventures

10:35 to 10:55 Strategy Session: Is the future digital interface voice activated?

  • Mark Schwanhausser – Director Digital Banking, Javelin Strategy
  • Theodora (Theo) Lau – Innovator Technologist and Connector, Unconventional Ventures
  • Windsor Tanner – VP, Voice Biometrics for Real-Time Authentication, NICE

10:55 to 11:30 Refreshments and Networking Break

11:30 to 12:00 Panel Discussion: Open Banking, APIs & Regulation – Shifting sands of the US banking industry

  • Jacob Jegher – Senior Vice President, Banking and Head of Strategy, Javelin Strategy & Research
  • Kerry Warwicker – Head of Research & Intelligence, Digital Cash Products – Global Transaction Banking, Deutsche Bank
  • Dan Quan – Head of Catalyst, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
  • Oded Shoshany – CEO, CeleritiFinTech

12:00 to 12:20 Question Time: Customer Acquisition and Retention Models – New technologies and ideas being used to sell to and service client accounts in order to increase growth and profits

  • Steven Ramirez – CEO, Beyond the Arc
  • Mahima Chawla – Growth Lead at Square Capital, Square
  • Vaduvur Bharghavan – CEO, Ondot Systems

12:20 to 1:00 Thriving in an Era of Digital Disruption

  • JP Nicols – Managing Director, Fintech Forge

1:00 to 2:00 Lunch and Networking

2:00 to 3:25 Summit Sessions

  • Banking & Payments
  • Digital Lending
  • Customer Experience
  • Cyber Security

3:25 to 4:00 Afternoon Coffee & Networking Break

4:00 to 5:05 Summit Sessions

  • Banking & Payments
  • Digital Lending
  • Customer Experience
  • Cyber Security

5:05 to 6:30 Reception & Networking

We’re excited to continue this momentum tomorrow, when registration opens at 8 AM and the general session content begins at 9 AM.

If you need to bring your bags, free coat check will be available.

Welcome to Day Two of FinovateSpring

Welcome to Day Two of FinovateSpring

Our first day started off strong and we’re continuing that momentum here at FinovateSpring in Santa Clara.

Yesterday’s demo session gave us a look at what’s new in lending, serving the underbanked, PFM, and more. And we have even more trends in store for today. Doors open again this morning at 8:30 AM and the first demo begins at 9:30 AM. Don’t want to miss out? Come on down to the Santa Clara Convention Center– you can still get your ticket at the registration desk.

8:30 to 9:30 Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:30 to 10:30 Demos

10:30 to 11:15 Intermission, Refreshments & Networking

11:15 to 12:15 Demos

12:15 to 1:15 Lunch & Networking

1:15 to 2:20 Demos

2:20 to 3:00 Intermission, Refreshments & Networking

3:00 to 3:30

3:30 to 5:30 Best of Show Awards and Networking

That wraps up the demo portion of the show. We’ll see you tomorrow, May 10, when registration opens at 8 AM and the content begins at 9 AM.

Welcome to Day One of FinovateSpring

Welcome to Day One of FinovateSpring

It’s official. FinovateSpring is here!

Come down to the Santa Clara Convention Center. Doors open at 8:30 AM and the first demo begins at 9:30 AM, so plan accordingly– you won’t want to miss any of the demos today. We’ll hear from companies with expert security solutions, innovative PFM integrations, futuristic payment ideas, and more.

Still need a ticket? We’ve got you covered.

Here is today’s lineup:

8:30 to 9:30 Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:30 to 10:30

10:30 to 11:15 Intermission, Refreshments & Networking

11:15 to 12:15

12:15 to 1:15 Lunch & Networking

1:15 to 2:15

2:15 to 3:00 Intermission, Refreshments & Networking

3:00 to 4:05

4:05 to 6:00 Reception & Networking
Best of Show winners will be announced tomorrow.


Doors open again tomorrow at 8:30 AM and the first demo session begins at 9:30 AM. We’ll see you tomorrow!

Serving Up FinovateSpring Tomorrow

Serving Up FinovateSpring Tomorrow

We’re just hours away from the kickoff of FinovateSpring in Santa Clara and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s to come over the next four days!

If you don’t have your ticket, there’s still time to register. Here are the basics you’ll need to know:

Where

We’ll be at the Santa Clara Convention Center located at 5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054.

When

The first demo begins at 9:30 AM tomorrow but be sure to come early– registration opens at 8:30 AM and we’ll have coffee and a continental breakfast for you to enjoy before you save your seat in the auditorium. For a full look at what’s we’ve got planned, here is the agenda for the next four days.

Who

On Tuesday and Wednesday, we’ll host dozens of companies on stage as they show off a live demo of their newest product. Check out our full list of demoing companies and don’t miss our Sneak Peek series that gives you an inside look. On Thursday and Friday, you’ll listen to and interact with industry analysts and experts as they discuss the latest industry trends. For more information, take a look at our full speaker roster.

And don’t forget our audience! Here’s a look at the titles of other attendees you can expect to see at the show:

Still have questions? Feel free to reach out to our staff to get some answers. We’re looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!

FinovateSpring Sneak Peek: Trusona

FinovateSpring Sneak Peek: Trusona

A look at the companies demoing live at FinovateSpring on May 8 through 11, 2018 in Santa Clara, California. Register today and save your spot.

Trusona, the global leader in identity authentication, ensures the True Persona behind any digital interaction. By eliminating all static credentials, authentication becomes safer and frictionless.

Features

  • #NoPasswords, #NoTokens identity-proofing
  • Omni-channel authentication solution available on web, on mobile, in the contact center, and at a kiosk
  • Anti-replay technology ensures people are who they say they are

Why it’s great
Trusona’s brings the world a safer, delightful multi-factor identity authentication experience that can be used at scale within enterprises and with customers.

Presenter

Ori Eisen, Founder and CEO
Eisen has spent the last two decades fighting cybercrime. Prior to founding Trusona, Eisen founded 41st Parameter and was the head of fraud detection at American Express and Verisign.
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FinovateSpring Sneak Peek: Omega Point

FinovateSpring Sneak Peek: Omega Point

A look at the companies demoing live at FinovateSpring on May 8 through 11, 2018 in Santa Clara, California. Register today and save your spot.

Omega Point provides an AI-assisted Market Aware portfolio intelligence platform that helps investment firms adapt to changing market conditions.

Features

  • Adapt to changing market conditions
  • Better manage the drivers of performance
  • Scale more efficiently

Why it’s great
Omega Point is radically changing the way investment firms manage risk and performance through its groundbreaking AI-assisted portfolio intelligence platform that adapts to changing market conditions.

Presenters

Omer Cedar, CEO
Omer Cedar is an experienced technology leader and engineer with a deep track record focused on risk modeling. His previous firms include: Two Sigma Investments (leading systematic investment manager), BEA Systems, and Ariba.
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Eran Cedar, CTO
Eran Cedar is a seasoned technology executive and software engineer with a stellar track record of growing tech startups. His previous firms include: Angie’s List, Involver (acquired by Oracle), and Oracle.
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