Beyond Now

The use of Pay by Bank for in-person payments has been a hot topic in the industry for some time, and Acquired.com and Multipay are firmly at the heart of these discussions. Our teams have been working closely to educate businesses on the benefits of Open Banking powered payments, including using loyalty to promote customer adoption, and emphasising the power of instant refunds. In the latest episode, the Acquired.com team were joined by Ryan Hurst, Global Account Manager and Open Banking expert, as they catch up on customer and business adoption of Pay by Bank at the Point of Sale.

In this episode of the Beyond Now Podcast, George Boot and Justin Hanna interview Alex Marsh, an expert in financial services and ex-CEO of Klarna UK, about the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) space, building a successful business culture, and the latest in Open Banking.In the podcast, Alex talks about his experience with Open Banking, and explains that the technology (coupled with deep data insights) has been able to revolutionise underwriting and credit scoring in the financial services industry. As ex-CEO of Klarna UK, Alex also catches up with the Acquired.com team on the evolving BNPL space and how it has given more financial power to providers, retailers and customers alike.

In our latest episode, the Acquired.com team catch up with James Hill, CEO of Flexys, live at this year's Money20/20 event in Amsterdam. Grant Evans chats with James about the exciting new partnership launch between Acquired.com and Flexys, and the future of collections management. In the podcast, they dive into the often overlooked details of the digital collection user journey, including how to drive better customer outcomes with multiple payment methods and by offering open banking for debt collection.They also explore the challenges and benefits of account information service providers (AISP) and payment initiation service providers (PISP) in the world of collections, highlighting the need for frictionless payment processes and customer-centric financial services.

In our latest episode, George Boot takes the Beyond Now Podcast on the road to catch up with Huw Davies, CEO and Co-Founder of Ozone API, as they catch up on creating the perfect company culture, working with regulators, and all things Open Banking. In the podcast, Huw gives us insight into his journey with the Open Banking phenomenon and how different regions have been tackling the challenge of user adoption. For example, Huw touches on how adoption of innovative technology like Open Banking can support the wider picture of financial inclusion and have an enormous impact on the economy and the way customers interact with money.  During the podcast, the conversation also explored the current landscape of Variable Recurring Payments (VRPs) and how the journey for their mass adoption still has a long way to go.

In the latest episode of the Beyond Now Podcast, AJ Davison and George Boot had the pleasure of catching up with Martin O'Donnell, CPO and Co-Founder of DebtStream. Over the last year, Acquired.com and DebtStream's innovative partnership has supported both businesses in meeting the intricate payment needs of lending platforms and the end-user.  In the episode, the team chat about DebtStream's journey to upholding their digital-first business ethos, and how they’ve empowered customers by offering all major payment methods alongside a flexible and data-driven self-service platform solution.

In this episode of the Beyond Now Podcast, George Boot and Grant Evans had the pleasure of sitting down with Sam Goodacre, Director of Product at Lenvi.  In the discussion, Sam talks about how Lenvi prioritises customer needs and vulnerability, ensuring positive outcomes in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. They also explore how data-driven decisions drive growth and loyalty, empowering merchants with insights for improving their payment processes and enhancing strategic partnerships.  Finally, Grant Evans talks about the capabilities of Open Banking and its real-world impact on lending, as well as the intricate differences between AISP and PISP, driving innovation in the lending space.  - Find the Lenvi report HERE

Abound distinguishes itself in the lending landscape by leveraging 'financial x-rays' through AISP Open Banking to ensure fair credit decisions and broaden access to affordable credit. In the latest episode of the Beyond Now Podcast, Mark Johnson and George Boot had the pleasure of catching up with Gerald Chappell, CEO and Co-Founder of Abound. Several years ago, Abound chose Acquired.com to support them in meeting their intricate payment needs, including insights into their customer journey, optimising efficiency, and enhancing their customer experience.  In the episode, the guests chat about Abound’s journey to upholding their commitment to responsible lending practices, and how they’ve empowered borrowers with better access to credit. Implementing a strong multi-acquiring strategy and having operational resilience has been a key focus for Abound and Acquired.com, and the team were excited to catch up on this as part of the discussion.

In the latest episode of the Beyond Now Podcast, Justin Hanna and George Boot had the pleasure of catching up with Sarah Naylor, Sales Director at Duke’s Bailiffs, and the latest Vice President of the Civil Enforcement Association. In the discussion, Sarah focused on her experience in the enforcement industry, including how she has navigated a male-dominated industry as a woman in the Duke’s Bailiffs’ senior team.  During a deep dive into the work undertaken at Duke’s Bailiffs, the conversation also explored the importance of making the payment experience for debtors as easy and accessible as possible. Highlighting the impact of vulnerability on the ability to pay, Sarah, George, and Justin identify that the key solution is early engagement with the customer and utilising technology to do this. By balancing the use of technology and a digital journey with more human elements has been a vital focus for Acquired.com and Duke’s Bailiffs, and the team were thrilled to catch up on this as part of the discussion.  For more information on Dukes Bailiffs, visit the website: https://dukeslimited.co.uk/ Or to chat to the Acquired.com team about your payments strategy, get in touch at https://acquired.com/

In this episode of the Beyond Now podcast, the Acquired.com team had the pleasure of sitting down with Isobel Crosse, Head of Strategy and CX at TDX Group, and Vanessa Northam, Head of Charity Development at StepChange Debt Charity. We spent the podcast hearing about Isobel and Vanessa's experiences in the payments industry, and how the world of debt gives way to huge gender disparities. During the conversation, our guests explored the ongoing issues surrounding financial inclusion - specifically how women are more likely to face debt challenges. Through a customer-centric approach and innovative digital tools, companies like Acquired.com can empower women to engage with their finances at a time and place that suits them.

As we kick off Season 2 of the Beyond Now podcast, it felt only right to sit down with our Group CEO and Co-Founder, Greg Cox, to hear about his experience in the payments industry and the journey of Acquired.com, part of the market-leading Quint Group. In the episode we learn about Greg's journey from rugby fields to fintech success as he shares invaluable insights on leadership, culture, and customer-centric strategies. Greg gives us an insight into the very first days of Acquired.com, Quint Group's payments venture, and its exciting strategic trajectory for the future. With a focus on finding and empowering exceptional talent, Greg unveils his tried and tested methods for gaining a competitive edge in any industry.