#33 - Ramy Serageldin, Co-Founder and CEO of Spidr
This PayCLT (www.payclt.com) episode is brought to you by Finzly (https://finzly.com/)
The conversation with Ramy covers his journey into fintech, the growth of Charlotte's fintech scene, challenges in building a business, and the importance of user feedback in product development. Ramy shares insights into Spidr's platform and the dynamics of the fintech industry, highlighting the need for flexibility and adaptability in the face of changing market demands. The conversation also explores the potential impact of technology on the future of banking and payments.
Ramy's Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/theramy/)
Scott's Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottleeharkey/)
Takeaways
Charlotte's fintech scene is experiencing significant growth and attracting young, hungry talent.
The importance of incorporating user feedback and market research into product development. Fintech Growth in Charlotte
Importance of Technology Application
Chapters
00:00 Setting the Stage: Flexibility and Scheduling
01:37 Introducing Rami and Spider
02:17 Ramy's Background and Spider's Platform
03:36 Serving Fintechs and Established Businesses
05:02 Ramy's Journey into Fintech
06:59 Early Interest in Technology and Financial Services
08:05 The Application of Technology in Financial Services
09:09 Common Thread Across Career Phases
11:44 The Persistence of Manual Processes in Organizations
13:00 Solving Business Problems with Technology
14:23 The Importance of Technology Application
15:36 Challenges and Surprises in Building a Business
18:31 Navigating Partner and Client Timelines
23:28 Incorporating User Feedback and Market Research
27:27 Exciting Developments in Charlotte's Fintech Scene
30:53 Dinner with an Influential Figure in Payments or Banking
5 Aug 2026
#32 - Henry Ijams, MD @StreamTech Advisors
PayCLT and Scott Harkey are proud to welcome Henry Ijams, Managing Director at StreamTech Advisors, to the PayCLT Payments Hub Podcast, sponsored by Endava. This season we're diving deeper into the Charlotte community to surface the payments leadership and talent in the Queen City, so we hope you enjoy the discussion!
Henry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryijams/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryijams/)
Scott's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottleeharkey/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottleeharkey/)
PayCLT Payments Hub Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/payclt-payments-hub/id1556284274 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/payclt-payments-hub/id1556284274)
PayCLT Payments Hub Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vgsAgVVLiWOkfiyjWFFfn (https://open.spotify.com/show/0vgsAgVVLiWOkfiyjWFFfn)
PayCLT homepage: https://www.payclt.com (https://www.payclt.com)
29 Mar 2026
#31 - The CLT Payments Season: Adam Gill, Head of Digital Banking @ Stearns Bank
PayCLT and Scott Harkey are proud to welcome Adam Gill, Head of Digital Banking and Deposit Product Management at Stearns Bank to the PayCLT Payments Hub Podcast, sponsored by Endava. This season we're diving deeper into the Charlotte community to surface the payments leadership and talent in the Queen City, so we hope you enjoy the discussion! Adam's LinkedIn: / adamgill24/ Scott's LinkedIn: / scottleeharkey PayCLT Payments Hub Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.c...
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YouTube
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Engagement
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