What if traditional banking as we know it is on the verge of a massive transformation?Join us on the Nearshore Cafe podcast as we promise an eye-opening look into the fintech revolution in Latin America with our guest, Javier Borkenztain.Discover how this mechanical engineer from Montevideo turned fintech entrepreneur is challenging banking norms with his company, Fiter. As a leading implementer of Apache Fineract, Fiter is spearheading the global adoption of open-source core banking solutions. Javier takes us through his inspiring journey from engineering to fintech, detailing the growth and evolution of the fintech ecosystem in Latin America since 2017, and highlights the strategic innovations that have positioned Fiter as a game-changer in the industry.Our conversation with Javier also unlocks the secrets to managing a high-performing global remote team and the untapped potential of connecting Latin American talent with U.S. companies. We discuss the critical role of fostering autonomy, trust, and diversity in international teams, and the strategies that help bridge geographic and cultural divides. Javier offers a fresh perspective on the power of AI tools to streamline productivity and communication, highlighting how small teams can achieve remarkable efficiency on a global stage.Tune in to explore how cross-border collaboration is reshaping the business landscape and learn from Javier's insightful experiences and innovative strategies.🔗🔗Connect with Javier Borkenztain 🔗🔗Linkedin: Javier Borkenztain | LinkedInCompany: Fiter: Overview | LinkedIn🎧 Host | Brian Samson – Founder of 💻 Plugg Technologies 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansamson/🎙️ Sponsored by Plugg Technologies – Connecting U.S. companies with top-tier software developers across Latin America. 🌐 https://www.plugg.tech🌎 Follow The Nearshore Cafe Podcast🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6KYcgpmN77fJm6B25469B8 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nearshore-cafe/id1775525954 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-nearshore-cafe 🌐 Website: https://www.nearshorecafepodcast.com 🔗 All links: https://linktr.ee/nearshorecafepodcast

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