#33 - Ramy Serageldin, Co-Founder and CEO of Spidr
This PayCLT episode is brought to you by Finzly 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 Scott's Linkedin 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
