“If they invite you and pay for your plane ticket and hotel – then go. Otherwise, skip it. The only event you want to be at is Money20/20. That’s the one you keep your money for.”
That was the advice I got from one of the co-founders of Currency Cloud and Railsr when I first started in fintech. And honestly? It turned out to be solid advice.
With a few exceptions, I’ve stuck to this rule. Money20/20 has been a constant in my fintech journey—one of the few places that felt worth every penny even when we couldn’t afford much.
From Startup Hustle to Fintech Mainstay
Back in the day, as a startup founder, every penny mattered. Money20/20 understood that. Through the years, they helped us with the Startup Academy, discounts for founders, and access when access was the hardest thing to get. They made it possible for fintech
underdogs to show up, be seen, and connect.
Now, things are different. We’re no longer the scrappy unknowns trying to make it through the door—we’re regular attendees, partners, and contributors. And I want to give back.
Why Money20/20 Still Matters
For us, partnerships drive everything. And everyone we work with is there. What would take months of back-and-forth emails and flights gets done in two days of intense meetings, conversations, and chance encounters.
But it’s more than that. Fintech is about more than just BaaS, CaaS, and payments. It’s about how people and businesses interact with money. That’s why I want to see Money20/20 evolve, grow, and attract even more merchants, brands, and new players from across
industries.
It’s Not Just Business – It’s Fun
One thing Money20/20 has nailed? It never feels dry.
Of course, over the years, it’s grown up. It’s become bigger, sharper, more professional—but it’s still the most fun finance event out there. It still has that DNA of excitement, the thing that makes people want to keep coming back.
It survived COVID, outgrew its name, and kept pulling in bigger and bigger players. Now? I want to see it go even further.
So, my wish for Money20/20?
Let’s bring in more brands, merchants, and industries. Let’s push fintech into new spaces. Let’s make this bigger than just banking and payments.
See You in June!
I’ll be there. Will you?
(And yes, I’ll probably dig up some old photos from over the years… Stay tuned!)
