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22 Nov 2021 · 1 h 30 min

Books from Anne Boden

“Starling Bank: Building a $1.5 Billion Business Against The Odds: Anne Boden”

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    Banking on It

    by Anne Boden

    Anne Boden · ~00:37:01

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The conversation

Anne Boden, founder of Starling Bank, recounts her journey from corporate banking to building a multi-billion dollar fintech company. She discusses the fallout with her co-founder, the challenges of fundraising as a female founder, and the resilience required to rebuild the company from scratch.

Talking points

  • From corporate banker to fintech founder
  • Fallout with co-founder Tom Blomfield
  • Rebuilding the company alone
  • Challenges of fundraising as a female founder
  • Emotional resilience and perseverance
  • Perspective on happiness and gratitude
  • Mission to clean up the banking industry