London, Monday March 18th, 2024: Today marks the official launch of Finkr, a next-generation consultancy dedicated to reshaping the fintech landscape through visionary strategy and cutting-edge technology. Founded by seasoned expert Ion Fratiloiu, Finkr emerges as a bespoke alternative for fintechs, lenders, digital banks, and tech companies seeking not just guidance but a transformative journey.
Finkr stands apart from other consultancy firms by emphasising the pivotal role of vision in strategy, asserting that foresight is fundamental to navigating the rapidly evolving fintech sector. “At Finkr, we believe that a clear, visionary approach is the cornerstone of breakthrough strategies. Our mission is to harness the power of next-gen technology, coupled with deep product research, to develop solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients’ expectations,” said CEO and founder Ion Fratiloiu.
The firm offers an array of services designed to propel businesses into the future, including Fractional CxO (commercial, product, technology etc.) and expert consultations, tailored to bridge the gap in leadership and specialised knowledge. Finkr’s target clientele includes fintech companies, lenders, digital banks, and tech giants, all poised to benefit from the consultancy’s innovative outlook and service offerings.
Finkr also proudly introduces its second arm, Finkr Ventures, which focuses on assisting companies with debt and equity raising. This division leverages a data and relationship-driven approach, utilising an extensive investor network spread across Europe, North America, and Asia, to secure the necessary funding for client projects.
Finkr’s team comprises former professionals from banking, capital markets, tech giants like Fiserv, Finastra, Thought Machine, and consultancy mavens from McKinsey:
- Ion Fratiloiu, Founder and CEO of Finkr
- Alan Gordon, Partner at Finkr
- Katherine Herbert, Partner at Finkr Ventures
- Olivier Burnouf, Partner at Finkr, Strategy Consultant
- Georgia Hanias, PR at Finkr and Founder of Ecology Media
This diverse background equips the Finkr team with a wealth of experience in commercial leadership, lending, core banking, payments, embedded finance, Banking as a Service, KYC, and AML, among others.
As Finkr embarks on this journey, it invites fintechs, lenders, digital banks, and tech companies to explore how visionary strategy, grounded in research and next-gen technology, can unlock unprecedented growth and success.
“Finkr represents a paradigm shift in consulting, driven by rapid technological advancements and direct in-market lived-through experiences,” added Fratiloiu. “ We’re not just adapting to the new era of consultancy; we’re actively shaping it. Our vision is to empower our clients with groundbreaking solutions that address today’s complex challenges, ensuring sustainable growth and competitive advantage.”
