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Matthew is a seasoned entrepreneur and product leader with a deep background in fintech and payments. He built and launched multiple products and companies in his career, and has lead two successful exits. Both times, he helped lead the acquirer to an additional exit. Matthew has held multiple executive roles, including Chief Product Officer at a Series B startup and at a public company with $400M in revenue.
Matthew is widely recognized as an industry expert in credit and debit cards, and publishes CardsFTW, a newsletter focused on the card industry. His extensive experience across all stages of business growth enables him to provide strategic insights and actionable guidance.
Ellen is a hands-on product leader with a proven ability to build and launch products from zero to one and beyond, particularly in fintech and cybersecurity. She works closely with development teams to write product requirements, manage development cycles, and deliver real outcomes. As a founding team member of a startup, she built a reputation for execution and problem-solving, turning strategy into action while navigating ambiguity.
She has led cross-functional teams of more than 150 people across product, design, operations, marketing, and data. Ellen brings structure and momentum to scaling organizations, with a focus on clarity, speed, and accountability. She is a builder at heart who thrives on helping teams move fast, stay aligned, and bring ideas to life.
Jessica is a seasoned product leader with a passion for the fast-paced world of startups, particularly in fintech. With a background in communication, marketing, and business operations, she has successfully helped teams scale and navigate product challenges.
Jessica's approach to leadership is rooted in empathy, strong communication, and a proactive mindset, ensuring meaningful contributions to both teams and communities.
Esther is a fintech marketing leader with over a decade of experience launching and scaling successful financial brands. As the first product marketer at Venmo, she played a pivotal role in launching the Venmo debit card and helping the company grow from processing $30,000 per quarter to over $3 billion per quarter.
Beyond her corporate success, Esther has built marketing and PR functions for private equity firms managing over $17 billion in assets. A skilled writer and content creator, she brings a unique perspective to fintech branding. She is a certified coach passionate about mentoring future innovators.
With over 20 years of experience in operations, risk, and compliance, Scott has led organizations across industries, from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 enterprises. His deep expertise spans financial technology, neobanking, payment systems, and loyalty programs, with a focus on driving operational efficiency and corporate compliance.
Scott is passionate about creating win-win solutions for businesses and stakeholders. He specializes in building risk frameworks, enhancing regulatory compliance, and streamlining operations through automation and process improvement.
Julia is an emerging product management professional with a strong foundation in fintech and startups. As a graduate of the University of Queensland in Australia, she is eager to bring fresh perspectives to the industry.
After discovering her passion for fintech during a product management internship, Julia has since developed key skills in product strategy and marketing. Since joining Totavi, she has gained hands-on experience in market research, product development processes, and the dynamics of scaling fintech products, further strengthening her ability to support high-growth startups.
Laura is a compliance and risk specialist with a strong track record in fintech and regulatory strategy. She began her career at Promontory Financial Group, helping companies restore regulatory compliance and mitigate risk. She later served as Director of Strategic Initiatives at GlobaliD and co-founded Archie Finance, a B2B2C embedded consumer credit platform.
Today, Laura operates at the intersection of product and compliance, advising fintech companies on developing innovative and compliant financial products. She is recognized for her pragmatic approach to navigating regulatory complexities.
Jennifer is a skilled operations and project management leader with expertise in financial operations, strategic planing, and nonprofit leadership. She has successfully managed teams and budgets, optimized processes, and led large-scale fundraising initiatives to improve organizational efficiency and impact.
Known for her ability to keep complex projects on track, Jennifer ensures stakeholder alignment and delivers high-quality results. Her ability to distill complex information into actionable insights makes her a valuable asset in any client-focused environment.
Peter is a results-driven executive with a history of shaping transformative products in consumer technology, marketplaces, and media. As a founder, operator, and investor, he has played a key role in ventures at Google, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Curated, contributing to groundbreaking products like YouTube TV and NFL Sunday Ticket. His leadership has driven billions in revenue and set new benchmarks for innovation.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Peter is deeply engaged in the startup ecosystem, having invested in over 150 companies and raised more than $200M in venture funding. He is passionate about fostering inclusive, people-first cultures and mentoring founders through the complexities of scaling their businesses.
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