Dan Jowett - OpenMarkets Group

By Dexter Cousins on 27/10/2025

Where Defi Meets Tradfi

In this episode of Fintech Chatter, host Dexter Cousins speaks with Dan Jowett, CEO of OpenMarkets Group, about the rapid convergence of Tradfi and DeFi

About This Episode

Tune in as Dan and Dexter discuss how OpenMarkets has transformed from a traditional stockbroker to a technology-focused fintech, the regulatory hurdles facing the crypto industry, and the future of equities trading in a rapidly changing environment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to OpenMarkets and Fintech Landscape
02:26 Evolution of OpenMarkets: From Stockbroker to Tech Innovator
06:08 Navigating the Future: DeFi and Traditional Finance
11:45 Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities in Digital Assets
15:37 Building a Strong Culture at OpenMarkets
18:47 Navigating Market Changes in Fintech
21:07 Lessons from Leadership During Challenging Times
23:22 The Importance of Networking and Global Perspectives
24:26 The Future of DeFi and Regulatory Challenges
27:24 Cultivating a Positive Workplace Culture
30:59 Finding the Right Fit in a Dynamic Environment

About OpenMarkets Group

Power your Fintech, Advisory, or Trading business with an end-to-end Wealth Management and Trading solutions. 

Openmarkets empowers financial institutions and advisers to deliver a seamless investment experience to their clients. They provide a comprehensive suite of trading, clearing and settlement, custody, and technology solutions that enable businesses to efficiently manage portfolios, scale their business, and support investors in achieving their financial objectives.

About Dan Jowett

Dan Jowett is the CEO of Openmarkets and has served as OMG’s Chief Executive Officer since March 2022 after joining in February 2022.  

Prior to joining Openmarkets, Dan was the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Shaw and Partners Limited, an Australian investment and wealth management firm, between 2012 and 2021.  

Dan commenced his career providing financial assurance and advisory services while at PwC Australia and KPMG UK, and has more than 25 years of professional experience across stockbroking, wealth management, funds management and investment banking.  

Find Out More - https://openmarkets.com.au/

Article written by Dexter Cousins
Founder of Tier One People and host of the Fintech Chatter Podcast.

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