Policy Sandbox, a podcast from the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, explores how payments, commerce, and public policy intersect in a rapidly changing world. Hosted by Todd Fox, President of the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, it brings together global banking leaders, innovators, and policymakers to turn complex ideas into actionable insights. Join us as we unpack the future of payments and build bold solutions for tomorrow’s economy.

Visa Economic Empowerment Institute Presents Policy Sandbox
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Policy Sandbox, a podcast from the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, explores how payments, commerce, and public policy intersect in a rapidly changing world. Hosted by Todd Fox, President of the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, it brings together global banking leaders, innovators, and policymakers to turn complex ideas into actionable insights. Join us as we unpack the future of payments and build bold solutions for tomorrow’s economy.
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Recent Episodes

July 2, 2026
Trade at a Crossroads: Realignment and Resilience
<p>In this episode of Policy Sandbox, VEEI President Todd Fox sits down with Demetrios Marantis, former Acting U.S. Trade Representative, to discuss how global trade is entering a period of realignment driven by geopolitical shifts, evolving policy priorities, and economic uncertainty.The conversation explores how governments and institutions are balancing resilience with openness, and how supply chains, trade flows, and investment patterns are adapting in response.To ground the conversation in real-world impact, Dr. Kati Suominen, Founder and CEO of Nextrade Group, shares insights on how small and medium-sized businesses experience these shifts firsthand. From regulatory fragmentation to barriers in cross-border commerce, she highlights the importance of digital tools and policy design in enabling “micro-multinationals” to compete globally.Together, the discussion underscores the critical role of trade policy, digital infrastructure, and cross-border payments in shaping a more resilient and inclusive global economy.</p>

May 27, 2026
Trust in a Fragmented World: Technology & Global Finance |Policy Sandbox
<p>On Episode 6 of Policy Sandbox, Trust in a Fragmented World:Technology & Global Finance, host Todd Fox sits down with Dr. Axel Weber and Ambassador Koji Tsuruoka, two members of the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute (VEEI) Advisory Council. During their conversation, Todd and his guests discuss the importance of building strong relationships between keyconnectors—across finance, payments, and the public sector—for managing emerging risks amid growing fragmentation. </p><p>Check out more form the Visa Economic Empowerment Institute at visa.com/veei.</p><p></p>

May 11, 2026
Balancing Growth & Stability in a Fragmented World |Policy Sandbox
<p>In Episode 5, Balancing Growth & Stability in a Fragmented World, VEEI President Fox, Todd sits down with Dr. Loretta Mester and Lord Jonathan Hill, two members of the VEEI Advisory Council, to discuss how central bankers and policymakers need to balance financial stability and economic growth in an era of constant change. </p>
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