Europe | 10-11 November 2025 | London

CO-LOCATED WITH:

FTT Talents
FTT Identity Festival
FTT-AI-Transformation-2024

Driving momentum for Europe's mutuals

FTT Mutuals

Save the date: 10th - 11th November 2025 | The Brewery, London

The only event that brings the mutual sector into conversation with leading industry innovators.

Join a community of over 2,000 leaders from across the financial services and fintech industry including building societies, credit unions, mutual insurers, friendlies, community banks and technology innovators as they explore the latest technologies, business model innovations, and rapidly evolving partnerships that are shaping the future of the mutual sector, the broader financial services industry, and the economies in which they operate.

Two days, endless opportunities

Key event stats

We've grabbed the industry by the horns 2023

2,000+

Festival
goers

70+

Innovative mutuals
speakers

8 stages

Of Festival
content

70%

Technology
buyers

 

Key themes 2024

Finding the future of the sector

What are the key challenges facing the mutual sector? From keeping pace with new technologies and staying competitive with new entrants to the financial services sector, there is a lot to juggle. Does regulation protect the unique characteristics of mutual organisations or is change needed? In the UK, what are the key asks that the sector will be looking for from the next government?

Powering the transition to Net Zero

Mitigating the effects of climate change will require the participation of all sectors of economies and societies. Is the mutual sector primed to lead the way forward when it comes to sustainable finance initiatives? Can the sector leverage its famously purpose-driven approach to provide a better world for members and the environment?

Lending & mortgage innovation

The dream of home ownership is pervasive. It is also crucial to meet needs of existing borrowers as interest rates rise. Access to credit more broadly is a practical necessity. How are building societies, credit unions and community banks innovating their loans and mortgages to support would be and existing homeowners and those who stand to benefit from better lending products?

Financial inclusion & health

Reaching the financially excluded and underserved is in the DNA of the mutual sector. Mutuals are committed to their local communities and that means financial education and, crucially, providing them with access to the most suitable products and services. Is the mutual sector delivering on those goals and what are some of the initiatives that are delivering results?

Digital transformation

Can and should mutuals develop their product offering to satisfy the growing appetite for digital-first services? Are they well positioned to bring onboard the right digital expertise and leverage technology to make innovation work for staff in an increasingly competitive fintech marketplace? What is the role of partnerships between mutuals and innovative new entrants and tech providers to the financial services industry?

Meeting the needs of tomorrow’s membership

Can the mutual sector deliver the products and services that best meet the needs and evolving expectations of not just today’s membership, but also the next generation? Will digital natives and young people be drawn to the ethos of purpose-led organisations or will they gravitate towards digital providers that offer the tailored and digital experiences they demand?

Who attends?

Credit unions, community banks and tier one financial institutions. Job titles of attendees include:

Executive Leadership

Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Founder
President
Vice President

Risk, Compliance & Digital Identity

Chief Risk Officer
Chief Compliance Officer
Risk Manager
Digital Identity Manager
Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Data Privacy Officer
Fraud Prevention Manager
Fraud Analyst
Financial Crime Analyst
AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Officer
MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer)
Security Analyst
Legal Advisor
Cybersecurity Specialist

Technology & Development

Chief Technology Officer
Chief Information Officer
Chief Product Officer
Lead Developer
Software Engineer
Data Scientist
Machine Learning Engineer
Product Manager
Technical Architect
Chief Innovation Officer
Digital Transformation Officer
Innovation Manager
Digital Strategist
Innovation Analyst
Digital Product Manager

Customer Success, Support & Experience

Chief Customer Officer
VP of Customer Success
VP of Customer Experience
Customer Experience Manager
User Experience Manager
Customer Onboarding Specialist
Customer Experience Analyst
Customer Journey Manager

Finance, Operations & Strategy

Chief Technology Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Controller
Finance Manager
Accountant
Financial Analyst
Treasurers
Operations Manager
Business Analyst
Chief Strategy Officer
Strategy Director
Strategy Manager
Corporate Strategist
Strategic Analyst
Business Strategy Consultant

Investors & Analysts

Venture Capitalist
Angel Investor
Equity Analyst
Investment Manager
User Experience Manager
Portfolio Manager
Research Analyst

Featured Rockstar speakers 2024

Andy Morris
CEO
Cirencester Friendly Society
LinkedIn
Barry Carter
CEO
Hinckley & Rugby Building Society
LinkedIn
Emma Norledge
Deputy CEO
Wave Community Bank
LinkedIn
Colin Field
CEO
Saffron Building Society
LinkedIn
Simon Taylor
CEO
Melton Building Society
LinkedIn
Victoria Filler
Head of People
The Cambridge Building Society
LinkedIn
Tina Hughes
Director of Digital and Marketing Channels
Yorkshire Building Society
LinkedIn
Paul Denton
CEO
Scottish Building Society
LinkedIn
Sophie Hornbach
Director, Global Strategic Initiatives
UNiDAYS
LinkedIn
Andrew Whyte
CEO
Association of Financial Mutuals
LinkedIn
Rachel Kolebuk
Chief Customer Officer
Melton Building Society
LinkedIn
Gurminder Singh Bhagrath
COO
Plane Saver Credit Union
LinkedIn
John Penberthy-Smith
Chief Commercial Officer & Executive Director
Saffron Building Society
LinkedIn
Phil Cole
COO
Derbyshire Community Bank
LinkedIn
Rich Wagner
CEO
Zempler Bank
LinkedIn
Simon Broadley
CCO
Furness Building Society
LinkedIn
Donal Traynor
Group CEO
Community Finance Ireland
LinkedIn
Ciara Davies
CEO
Metro Moneywise Credit Union
LinkedIn
Steve Britain
CEO
Monument
LinkedIn
Alak Sharma
Director of Risk & Compliance
Cirencester Friendly Society
LinkedIn

Sponsors 2024

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Invest NI delegation

 
 

 
 

Industry partners 2024

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 

Content, community & experiences

FTT Mutuals is not an event – but a community. C-Level executives mingle with start-up founders to debate and discuss the conventional wisdom of each event day across all our stages. Whether engaging on stage or off, carrying on the conversation on the Festival floor or at the craft beer bar, both our audience and speakers are essential to the dynamic.

8 content
stages

Navigate your way through 8 stages of world-class content, including the FTT Mutuals, FTT Fintech Festival, FTT Embedded Finance, FTT Payments, FTT Open Finance, FTT AI Transformation, Future Identity Festival, and FID Fraud & FinCrime Stages.

VIP Hosted Meetings Programme

Fast-track access to the industry leaders and technology providers you want to meet with efficiency and ease. Look no further to strengthen existing partnerships and build new connections.

Barista coffee
stations

Energise your event experience at our barista stations, where exceptional coffee fuels every moment.

A great event starts with a great cup of coffee.

Networking drinks reception

What better way to wind down from a day of inspiring content and smart networking than an evening of fine wines, beers, and canapés. Continue to connect, discuss, and debate or simply kickback and relax.

Fintech Mentorship Series

In association with Barclays Rise, world class mentors will offer a range of advice to start-ups. A not-to-be-missed opportunity to schedule 1-1 meetings with prominent fintech leaders in an exclusive, dedicated space at the Festival.

Craft beer
bar

Join our craft beer sessions to taste the UK's finest brews and network with key strategic partners.

Enjoy great beer and even better connections!

Live music,
great vibes

FTT will present music throughout the Festival, showcasing the best in new music but never overlooking past favourites. Expect guest DJs and good times.

Cocktails
courtesy of Enfuce

Wrap up your first day in style with a cocktail in hand at the Enfuce stand.

Relax, recharge, and keep the conversations going!

Co-located with:

Two days, unlimited networking and an interconnected community.

The UK’s largest and most impactful fintech festival showcasing visionary ideas, practical innovation and deep dives into solving industry problems from a wide spectrum of financial services.

AI will transform almost every aspect of our livesUnderstand how the technologies and components that comprise AI are already starting to shape the future.

Future Identity will explore the latest initiatives, technologies and concepts shaping the global ecosystem of identity and trust.

FID Fraud & FinCrime will bridge the gap between innovative identity solutions and the critical need for fraud and financial crime prevention.

What others are saying...

Will you be joining us?

"For me, the benefit of attending the Fintech Talents Festival is sharing ideas, seeing who's doing things that are great, who's really looking at the pain points customers have and who's fixing them in difficult times."

Charlotte Halkett - Chief Underwriting Officer - ManyPets

FTT Building Societies
2023-09-12T15:36:47+00:00

Charlotte Halkett - Chief Underwriting Officer - ManyPets

"For me, the benefit of attending the Fintech Talents Festival is sharing ideas, seeing who's doing things that are great, who's really looking at the pain points customers have and who's fixing them in difficult times."
"The Fintech Talents Festival is always a pleasure to attend. It’s one of those Festivals where you end the day with a smile and a lot of business benefits as well. Every year, there is something new and every year there is something to make it more interesting and attractive."

Diana Carrasco - MD Merchant Services - Lloyds Banking Group

FTT Building Societies
2023-09-12T15:46:02+00:00

Diana Carrasco - MD Merchant Services - Lloyds Banking Group

"The Fintech Talents Festival is always a pleasure to attend. It’s one of those Festivals where you end the day with a smile and a lot of business benefits as well. Every year, there is something new and every year there is something to make it more interesting and attractive."
"It's great to be able to share the stage and talk about the challenges and opportunities that companies can find in unlocking data and chat to delegates about some of the problems that they've faced."

Jonathan Lister Parson - Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer - PensionBee

FTT Building Societies
2023-09-12T15:52:42+00:00

Jonathan Lister Parson - Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer - PensionBee

"It's great to be able to share the stage and talk about the challenges and opportunities that companies can find in unlocking data and chat to delegates about some of the problems that they've faced."
"It provides a unique networking opportunity and not just for potential clients but, also it's a great base for new ideas to bring up and the conversations that we have with people... The marriage works really well here and the opportunity to meet the big partners, the big enablers.”

Mankaran Ahluwalia - Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer - Yayzy

FTT Building Societies
2023-09-12T15:59:52+00:00

Mankaran Ahluwalia - Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer - Yayzy

"It provides a unique networking opportunity and not just for potential clients but, also it's a great base for new ideas to bring up and the conversations that we have with people... The marriage works really well here and the opportunity to meet the big partners, the big enablers.”
"I joined the Fintech Talents Festival because I think it's got an amazing line-up of organisations, both small and the large. It was really important for me to come here and speak, to be able to reach out to all of these organisations and share with them some of what we're doing, but also learn from them, about how we could help them.”

Prakash Pattni - Managing Director, Financial Services Digital Transformation - IBM Cloud for Financial Services

FTT Building Societies
2023-09-12T16:12:44+00:00

Prakash Pattni - Managing Director, Financial Services Digital Transformation - IBM Cloud for Financial Services

"I joined the Fintech Talents Festival because I think it's got an amazing line-up of organisations, both small and the large. It was really important for me to come here and speak, to be able to reach out to all of these organisations and share with them some of what we're doing, but also learn from them, about how we could help them.”
"It’s connecting with people face to face. I think you just can’t beat that. As much as we have digital and talking about innovation, I think connecting face to face with individuals from around the globe, from Fintech Talents - it’s been absolutely wonderful.”

Saira Khan - Head of Innovation and Partnerships - First Direct Bank

FTT Building Societies
2023-09-12T16:17:07+00:00

Saira Khan - Head of Innovation and Partnerships - First Direct Bank

"It’s connecting with people face to face. I think you just can’t beat that. As much as we have digital and talking about innovation, I think connecting face to face with individuals from around the globe, from Fintech Talents - it’s been absolutely wonderful.”
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Sponsorship & exhibition opportunities

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Want to speak to the team?

Reach out to the FTT Mutuals team with queries on how to get involved with the event through our sponsorship, exhibition, speaking, or media partnership opportunities

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Client Success Manager
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