Q . IS THERE A PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT FROM THE PAST 12 MONTHS OF WHICH YOU ARE PARTICULARLY PROUD ?
» As I mentioned , I usually run one marathon a year , but I didn ’ t run one last year . And I actually am proud that I didn ' t . I ’ m proud of myself for exploring a wider range of physical activities , including cycling and pilates . I ' m proud of the fact that I branched out because it was better for my body to do a range of exercises like pilates , yoga , and cycling .
Q . DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS
» Empathetic , determined , and global .
Q . WHAT INSPIRES YOU IN FINTECH TODAY ?
» What inspires me in fintech today is anything happening outside of the US and Europe . We are certainly seeing an increase in a focus outside of those markets . I think investors are seeing the opportunity in Africa and Latin America and in Asia , and there ’ s some truly amazing stuff happening there . Additionally , I think investors are finally seeing that potential and backing entrepreneurs in those markets as a result . Some examples include NuBank in Brazil or Chipper Cash in Africa .
Q . WHAT ’ S NEXT FOR MATT OPPENHEIMER ?
» Accomplishing the vision of transforming the lives of immigrants and their families by promoting the most trusted financial services on the planet . Creating more accessibility and equity around the world undoubtedly creates change within the world – and that is what we at Remitly are on a mission to do . fintechmagazine . com 23