Fintech startups get boost at Money20/20 USA
Money20/20 USA has announced an expanded Startup Hub, where 1,500 startups will meet investors and partners to shape the future of finance. The Startup Hub is designed to help emerging companies accelerate their growth and forge partnerships.
The hub will feature an expanded founder showcase, curated networking opportunities, and content from influential founders and investors. This year’s Startup Hub is supported by Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank.
Startup Showcase
Silicon Valley Bank will feature four of its innovative startup banking clients, including Alix, Odynn, Sphere Labs, and Highbeam. These companies are working on solutions such as automated wealth transfer, embedded travel and rewards programs, secure global money movement, and AI-powered cash management.
Silicon Valley Bank is a leader in providing dedicated services and solutions to support the innovation economy. The bank will soon be rebranded as First Citizens Innovation Banking and First Citizens Fund Banking.
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Money20/20 USA
Money20/20 has become a launchpad for companies that have gone on to become some of fintech’s best-known success stories, including Airwallex, dLocal, and Feedzai. The event attracts 1,500 startups each year and provides a platform for founders to connect with investors, banks, and technology companies.
“Some of the most transformative companies in financial services began with a bold idea and a small team,” said Jessica Blue, EVP, Money20/20 USA. “The Startup Hub exists to give founders direct access to the people who can help turn those ideas into global businesses.”
Attendees will hear from influential founders and investors, including Brandon Millman, CEO and Co-founder of Phantom, and Andrew Reed, Partner at Sequoia Capital. They will share practical insights into what it takes to build, fund, and scale high-growth companies.
In practice, this development means that startups will have more opportunities to connect with investors and partners, potentially leading to increased funding and growth. This, in turn, could lead to more innovation in the financial services industry, as startups are able to bring new ideas and technologies to the market.
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Support for Startups
“Startups have always been the engine of innovation in financial services,” said Marc Cadieux, President, Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank. “We are committed to helping them succeed by providing access to capital, expertise, and meaningful connections.”
Money20/20 USA will take place in Las Vegas from October 18-21 at the Venetian, bringing together companies, investors, policymakers, and innovators shaping the future of money. The event will provide a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovations and unlock new opportunities.
The Startup Hub is an essential part of Money20/20 USA, providing a space for startups to connect with the people and resources they need to succeed. With the support of Silicon Valley Bank and other partners, the Startup Hub is poised to help emerging companies accelerate their growth and shape the future of financial services.
