23rd May 2018
Manchester 2018 Gallery
Here are some snaps from our debut FinTech North Manchester conference, on the 22nd May 2018. Our next conference in Liverpool is on the 12th June 2018 – click here for more information.
17th May 2018
Shining a light on UK’s FinTech disrupters
BusinessCloud’s FinTech correspondent Mo Aldalou urges you to nominate cutting-edge firms or individuals for the publisher’s ‘101 FinTech Disrupters’ list I attended a business conference recently in which one of the keynote speakers said that ‘disruption and change is the new normal’. He was speaking generally, but those words certainly hold true in the world … Continued
15th May 2018
DLA Piper supports FinTech North Manchester
FinTech North is pleased to announce that DLA Piper will sponsor FinTech North Manchester on the 22nd May 2018. DLA Piper will bring their expert insight to bear on the day of the conference as part of the Innovation discussion panel. They have also kindly agreed to sponsor and host the VIP dinner the evening before … Continued
14th May 2018
FinTech North Makes Its Mancunian Debut
The second in the series of three FinTech North events is taking place in Manchester this month, bringing together policy and decision makers across public and private sector, alongside some of the region’s most well established business, media, financial services and tech firms. Taking place on Tuesday 22nd May at Whitworth Art Gallery in partnership … Continued
10th May 2018
AJ Bell supports FinTech North Manchester
FinTech North Manchester is pleased to announce that Salford Quays based AJ Bell will sponsor FinTech North Manchester on the 22nd May 2018. AJ Bell is supporting the conference as it debuts in Manchester this year. The investment platform provider will be present and represented in a panel discussion at the event and have sponsored … Continued
The University of Manchester to be Headline Sponsor of FinTech North Conference
The University of Manchester has joined forces with FinTech North, which aims to generate collaboration in FinTech across the Northern Powerhouse, and establish the region as a driver of innovation in the wider FinTech community. The University has been announced as the event partner for FinTech North’s Manchester conference, which takes place on the 22nd … Continued
9th May 2018
FinTech North May Seminar – The Leeds City Region FinTech Ecosystem
Our next seminar will take place in Leeds on Friday 18th May and will be focused on the Leeds City Region FinTech Ecosystem. This seminar, sponsored by Equiniti Credit Services, will take on a more interactive format than usual, as we’d like to take the opportunity to gather input and opinion from the FinTech North community … Continued
3rd May 2018
Guest post – Leeds 2018 conference summary by FinTech journalist Bird Lovegod.
Perhaps it was the welcoming effect of the North, or maybe the times are a-changing a little, but the recent FinTech North in Leeds, the first of three events, had a distinctly … human feel to it. Even before lunch the following subjects were bounced into the auditorium. FinTech envoy Chris Seir concluded the 9.40am panel … Continued
30th April 2018
The Chairman’s address – FinTech North Leeds
Our FinTech North conference in Leeds last week was chaired by Dr Chris Sier, who counts being HM Treasury’s FinTech Envoy for England amongst his portfolio of roles. We are delighted to share Chris’ opening address from the conference. “Good morning everyone and how very nice it is to see you. My name is Christopher … Continued
FinTech North’s Manchester plans confirmed
FinTech North has confirmed the agenda for its inaugural Manchester conference, which will take place on 22nd May in partnership with University of Manchester at the Whitworth Art Gallery. The Manchester conference is the second in a series of three major FinTech North events across the north, with the other events in Leeds and Liverpool. … Continued
Leeds 2018 Gallery
Here’s some shots from the FinTech North Leeds 2018 conference. Click here for info on our upcoming conferences in Manchester (22nd May) and Liverpool (12th June)
25th April 2018
FinTech North – The Story So Far
Since April 2016, FinTech North has been striving to support the FinTech ecosystem in The Northern Powerhouse. As we approach the 2018 events, take a look at some analysis of our efforts below. We’re extremely proud of the community and grateful to all of our sponsors, partners, speakers and attendees for making these conferences such … Continued
18th April 2018
Equiniti pledges support to FinTech North throughout 2018
FinTech North is delighted to announce Equiniti Credit Services (Equiniti) as a sponsor for its 2018 programme of events. Equiniti will sponsor the Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool conferences and Managing Director Richard Carter will deliver a keynote presentation in Leeds when he will discuss the challenges of building a regional FinTech business. Additionally, Equiniti … Continued
Curo sponsors FinTech North
We are delighted to have Curo Transatlantic sponsoring the FinTech North Leeds conference on the 26th April 2018. A US business with UK operations in Leeds and Nottingham, Curo Transatlantic is one of the UKs leading online loan providers and is authorised and regulated by the FCA. FinTech North Leeds is expected to attract … Continued
17th April 2018
Computershare continues support of FinTech North conferences
FinTech North is delighted to announce that Computershare will be a sponsor of its three major conferences in 2018, which take place in Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool. The global financial administration company, which is a major employer in the Northern Powerhouse, has committed its support for the second consecutive year. This year the firm’s Head … Continued
16th April 2018
BJSS brings Blockchain to FinTech North
BJSS, the award winning, delivery-focused IT consultancy, continues its support of the annual FinTech North conference in Leeds whilst also announcing that Carl Austin, its UK Chief Technology Officer, will join the speaker line up to discuss Blockchain and wider innovation. FinTech North is the Northern Powerhouse’s pre-eminent FinTech conference series and expects to … Continued
13th April 2018
Deloitte sponsors FinTech North Leeds 2018.
We are proud to announce that leading global professional services firm Deloitte will be supporting this year’s FinTech North Leeds Conference. Deloitte will present on the day and have also kindly sponsored the pre-event dinner taking place at Cloth Hall Court on 25th April. FinTech North Leeds will be held on the 26th April and … Continued
Meet the FCA at FinTech North 2018 (Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool)
The FinTech North 2018 events, this year in Leeds, Liverpool and Manchester, promise to bring together a number of industry leading FinTech businesses from around the world as well as a whole host of exciting speakers, including the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). We are delighted to have the FCA’s Christopher Woolard and Anna Wallace speaking … Continued
DAC Beachcroft sponsors FinTech North
FinTech North is delighted to announce DAC Beachcroft as a sponsor for the FinTech North Leeds conference, on the 26th April 2018. The conference will bring together professionals from the financial services and tech sectors for a full day event involving networking, keynotes, pitching sessions, panel discussions, and interactive Q&As. DAC Beachcroft are a brand … Continued
11th April 2018
Free entry to FinTech North 2018 conferences for FinTech Start Ups
As part of our mission to support FinTech growth in the north, we are providing start-up FinTechs with free places to the FinTech North 2018 conferences in Leeds – 26th April, Manchester – 22nd May, and Liverpool – 12th June. This offer is for FinTech start-ups that are less than 2 years old or with … Continued
Lean Lunch to power up FinTech North 2018
Launching in Leeds last year, Lean Lunch was founded on the premise that we feel better at work, and perform better, when we eat better. It provides the antidote to stodgy corporate meals and buffets. And has now been chosen to provide a delicious, energy-boosting lunch for more than 300 delegates at FinTech North 2018 … Continued
6th April 2018
FinTech South conference is key feature of DIT’s Atlanta FinTech Mission
As part of our efforts to support FinTech growth on a national and international basis, FinTech North would like to extend an invitation for you to apply to for a FinTech Mission to Atlanta, USA. The mission will take place on the 7th – 8th May 2018 and is supported by the Department for International … Continued
3rd April 2018
DIT offers Money 20/20 opportunity for Northern Powerhouse FinTechs
FinTech North would like to extend an invite for you to apply to attend Money20/20 Europe 2018 with support from the Department for International Trade (DIT). DIT plan to partner with the event in Amsterdam to support UK businesses to attend and explore international opportunities and would be interested in an application from your company. DIT aims to … Continued
Vocalink will sponsor FinTech North Leeds conference for the second year running
Vocalink has once again been announced as a sponsor of FinTech North’s showpiece Leeds conference. For the second consecutive year, the payments technology company has confirmed it will be supporting the annual FinTech North conference in Leeds. The conference takes place on 26th April and features speakers from across the FinTech industry covering a range … Continued
5th December 1999
Leeds Building Society renew Strategic Partnership with FinTech North
FinTech North is delighted to announce that we will continue to work with Leeds Building Society as one of our Strategic Partners in 2024. Leeds Building Society (LBS), who need no introduction as one of the best-known financial services institutions in the UK, first started working in partnership with FinTech North at the end of … Continued
26th June 1999
Financial Inclusion and Education Hub – a resource library for FinTechs, Businesses and Consumers alike
In April of this year, FinTech North created a new FinTech initiative for the Leeds City Region; an innovation challenge called the ‘FinTech Challenge Leeds’ which aimed to bring together the FinTech and Financial Services community to impact key societal and sector issues. The objectives of the challenge are: Building cultural rapport around ideas Creating … Continued
4th June 1999
FinTech North and global credit reporting agency Transunion to work in partnership, shaping content at Leeds Conference and Open Banking event in late 2023
FinTech North is delighted to announce that global credit reporting agency, Transunion, have come on board as Partner and will take a lead on the content at both, our hotly anticipated Leeds Conference and an Open Banking event planned for later this year. The partnership builds on a strong collaborative base built between FinTech North … Continued
18th May 1999
The Payments Association to host networking event for payments community, PA@TheCity, in Manchester, June 13th!
Our Community Survey 2023 revealed an urge for FinTech North to host more networking drinks or social events. Following this finding, we debuted our ‘FinTech Socials’ series in Manchester, last month. This went down really well; laying claim to over 50 delegates, who mingled and networked over pizza and drinks! With that being said – … Continued
17th March 1999
FinTech North and Lloyds Banking Group conclude Dragon’s Den style pitching competitions for regional FinTechs, awarding £50,000 to prize winners
From November 2022 to April 2023, FinTech North hosted a series of Dragon’s Den style pitching competitions in partnership with UK retail banking giant, Lloyds Banking Group, as part of a wider internal initiative. The pitching workshops were opened up to regional FinTechs whose propositions impact people, planet and purpose. In total, 30 FinTechs were … Continued
