Dexter Cousins welcomes Sean O'Malley CEO of AMP Bank for his Fintech Chatter debut.
It has been a BIG week for AMP Bank as they launched their new digital mobile-first bank aimed at helping small business owners manage their business and personal finances.
Dexter and Sean discuss the role of technology in modern banking and how an established financial institution tackles innovation.
Sean and Dexter uncover AMP’s extensive research on the needs of small businesses and the need for more human support in banking. Sean also shares the thesis on the problem they’re solving and the rapidly evolving nature of how, when and where people work.
And, Sean shares his secrets to successful partnerships showcasing their relationship with UK Fintech Starling Bank and their ‘Engine’ platform.
Sean O’Malley was appointed the Group Executive of AMP Bank in September 2021, after 11 years at AMP.
He is responsible for the management and growth of AMP Bank, delivering its future growth strategy, uplifting its digital capability and ensuring the ongoing delivery of high-quality products and services to customers.
He has over 25 years of experience in delivering enhanced business results, predominately in the financial services industries.
AMP Bank is aiming to disrupt the small business banking market in Australia. They have launched a fully digital, 24x7 human-supported, full-service Bank to help serve the needs of the Australian small business community.
They aim to help Small businesses get started, survive and thrive, embracing the challenge of bringing new thinking, new ways of working and new bold ideas to a 26 year old Bank, inside a 175 year old Super & Wealth business.
00:00 The Launch of AMP Bank's New Platform
03:39 Targeting Small Businesses & Personal Banking Customers
06:03 Insights on the Future of Work
11:13 Viewing Business Failures as Learning Opportunities
14:18 Embracing the Challenges of Modern Workforces
17:31 Lessons from Fintech Startups and Neobanks
23:00 Navigating Change and Innovation at AMP
27:28 The Importance of Strategic Business Relationships
31:53 Risk Management in Fintech Partnerships
35:58 Talent Acquisition and Staff Retention
38:59 Managing Stress and Building Resilience
43:50 Future Outlook for AMP Bank
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