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Former Citi Middle East Africa CFO, Mitesh Popat joins Flutterwave as Chief Financial Officer

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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has announced the appointment of Mitesh Popat as the company’s Chief Financial Officer.

Mitesh brings 20 years of global financial services experience across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, which will be instrumental in driving Flutterwave’s next phase of growth and financial sustainability. Most recently, he has held executive roles at Citi including as Chief Financial Officer for Middle East and Africa, overseeing finance operations across 29 countries, and CFO for Global Equities Sales and Trading, providing financial leadership for all aspects of a $5 billion revenue business.

In his roles as CFO, Mitesh partnered with the regional and division CEO on strategic direction, performance management, and balance sheet optimization, while also communicating the business’s financial story to internal and external stakeholders.

In his new role at Flutterwave, Mitesh will be responsible for overseeing Flutterwave’s corporate finance functions. This is to support the company’s growth plans, leveraging his expertise in managing finance and operation functions of a complex global business. He will also ensure balanced resource allocation and strategic execution across Flutterwave.

Commenting on his appointment, Mitesh Popat, Chief Financial Officer of Flutterwave, said, “I am excited to have joined the Flutterwave team at this important time in the company’s journey. I have a deep understanding of the operating environment in Africa and complexity of operating an emerging market business and I plan to bring my experience in growing Flutterwave, while optimising our business model for sustained profitability. I am looking forward to working with the team to enhance Flutterwave’s financial position and drive operational efficiencies through curiosity and innovation.”

Welcoming Mitesh, Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola, Founder and CEO of Flutterwave, said, “We have an ambitious goal to connect Africa to the world and Mitesh embodies our vision with his experience working extensively within Africa in a global capacity. He shares our values of customer obsession and we’re certain that with his impressive track record in financial management, he will contribute to the next phase of our growth. As our new CFO,  his work will be adding value to our customers – both enterprise merchants and retail remittance customers, as well as the African fintech ecosystem.”

Last year, Flutterwave announced the appointment of several new executives from companies such as PayPal, Stripe, and Western Union. The new executives, including Mitesh, reinforce the company’s commitment to recruiting top talent, improving financial operations, and investing in risk management strategies such as compliance, loss prevention, and reduction to drive growth

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VeriPark Wins Three Top Honors from IDC

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LONDON, Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — VeriPark, a global solution provider with focus on the Financial Services Industry, has won the “Omni-Engagement Transformation” award in IDC’s Real Results program for the successful Dynamics 365 + VeriTouch CRM implementation First Abu Dhabi Bank.

This project also earned VeriPark the Overall Winner title, achieving the highest score across all categories. This award recognizes technology companies that provide solutions resulting in measurable benefits for financial institutions.

Additionally, VeriPark has been named to the 2024 IDC FinTech Rankings Top 100. The elite list features technology companies from around the globe that are focused on providing solutions to the financial services and FinTech industries. To view the list in its entirety, please visit https://www.idc.com/research/industry/fintech-rankings.

To thrive in a digital economy, financial services organizations must embrace innovative and integrate innovative technology effectively to enhance the customer experience and achieve operational excellence. VeriPark is committed to helping financial services companies successfully execute their digital transformation initiatives for the betterment of their customers around the world.

“These awards are a testament to our team’s dedication to delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that produce real, measurable outcomes for our clients.” said Ozkan Erener, CEO of VeriPark. “We look forward to continuing our work to help financial institutions achieve operational excellence and enhanced customer experiences.”

“Teamwork is the cornerstone of progress, and our team has proven this through their exceptional work in implementing the advanced cloud-based CRM system along with Microsoft & VeriPark. Their dedication, synergy, and partnership have enabled us to revolutionize how we serve our customers and drive our bank’s growth,” said Suhail Bin Tarraf, Group Chief Operations Officer, First Abu Dhabi Bank.

About VeriPark 

VeriPark is a global solutions provider enabling financial institutions to become digital leaders by placing Customer Experience at the core of digital transformation. With an exclusive focus on FSI, VeriPark’s Intelligent Customer Experience suite delivers world-class customer journeys on digital and assisted channels. 

With its main offices located in the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, VeriPark helps financial institutions to enhance customer acquisition, retention and cross-sell capabilities. Their proven, secure, and scalable solutions cover Customer Engagement, Omni-Channel Delivery, Branch Automation, and Loan Origination. VeriPark collaborates closely with clients, crafting innovative technology strategies and solutions that impact millions of people daily, bringing the promise of digital transformation to life.

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Kleo Teams Up with Londis to Enhance Convenience Store Operations with Advanced EPOS and MPOS Solutions

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LONDON, Sept. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Kleo, a prominent provider of EPOS systems and self-ordering kiosks, is excited to announce a new partnership with Londis, one of the UK’s most recognised convenience store chains. This collaboration marks a significant step in modernising Londis’s store operations and enhancing the customer experience through advanced technology.

Londis stores will now benefit from Kleo’s sophisticated EPOS systems and versatile MPOS solutions. These technologies are designed to streamline operations, cut down queuing times, boost staff efficiency, and provide a more seamless shopping experience. With integrated payment systems and flexible designs, Londis will be well-positioned to meet the evolving expectations of today’s consumers.

Joe Robson, Co-Founder of Kleo, said, “We’re thrilled to partner with Londis and see the positive impact our systems are having in their stores. Our goal has always been to equip retailers with effective tools for smoother operations, and it’s rewarding to see our technology making a real difference.”

Thanvi Poonja, Co-Founder of Kleo, added, “This partnership demonstrates how modern technology can support traditional retail. We’re committed to continuously enhancing our solutions to help retailers like Londis deliver exceptional service.”

As Kleo continues to grow, the company remains dedicated to providing practical, reliable, and user-friendly EPOS and MPOS solutions that help retailers stay competitive and meet their customers’ needs. For more information, please visit www.kleocloud.com or contact us at [email protected]

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Kleo is a leading provider of EPOS and MPOS systems, offering integrated software and payment solutions designed to optimise business operations and improve customer experiences. Trusted by brands such as Londis, Kleo’s systems are built to meet the needs of a diverse range of businesses. With a focus on reliability and innovation, Kleo helps organisations remain competitive in today’s fast-paced retail environment.

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Luohu Explores Economic Opportunities in Europe, Strengthens Ties with Portugal

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LIBSON, Portugal, Sept. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a strategic move following a recent tour of the Asia-Pacific region, the Luohu District in Shenzhen, located in South China’s Guangdong Province, has dispatched a new delegation to Spain and Portugal, with a focus on exploring economic and trade opportunities in the European market.

 

The China (Shenzhen•Luohu) – Portugal (Lisbon) Economic and Trade Cooperation and Exchange Conference, held in Lisbon on Thursday, saw a strong turnout from more than 30 prominent Portuguese companies and institutions, including the Oveiras Valley Investment Agency (OVIA) and Timing Group.

These entities showcased a keen interest in collaborating with Luohu, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, finance, media, business services, and cultural tourism. The event marked a significant leap toward fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between Luohu and key players in the Portuguese business landscape.

As Luohu’s industries thrive, the district is amplifying its global presence through foreign investment promotion, bolstering trade and investment activities. Luohu, situated in the heart of Shenzhen, a rapidly growing innovation city that has achieved economic success over the past four decades, boasts the pillars of finance, commerce, and business services. The district also excels in sectors such as cultural creativity, gold, and jewelry.

With the service industry dominating Luohu’s GDP at 94 percent, the district hosts over 100 licensed financial institutions, including major firms like PwC, EY, and Deloitte. Driven by strong incentive policies, the health industry is rapidly expanding in Luohu. The district excels in medical aesthetics, cutting-edge medical devices, life sciences, and health management, showcasing unwavering progress.

It has also given priority to the development of precision medicine, high-end health preservation, innovative drugs, high-end medical devices, and other specialized fields. The district’s rich clinical application scenarios also provide a good foundation for the research, development, and transformation of innovative drugs and medical devices. In 2023, Luohu witnessed the establishment of 32 innovative platforms in the medical and health domain, including the Shenzhen-Europe Innovation Medicine and Health Research Center.

Jointly developed by the district government and the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology of Chinese Academy of Sciences, one of the top research institutes in China, the center has recruited a pool of international talents.

Besides innovation, Luohu stipulated incentive policies to boost the medical cosmetology field. At the end of 2023, the district took the lead in the city by issuing 10 measures for the sector. Of the measures, the district decided to build a hub for medical aesthetics consumption, support the medical aesthetics product trade and service and regulate the service quality of the sector both online and offline.

During the delegation’s visit to Spain and Portugal, the district government pledged to enhance services and the business environment to attract companies and investors from both domestic and international markets.

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The delegation also engaged with industry leaders such as the Global Media Group, Joinko Group, and EFG International in Lisbon, showcasing Luohu’s commitment to strengthening ties and fostering collaboration on a global scale.

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