Who Put the Target on Big Banks’ Back?

<p><em>Traditional banking has 100% failed small businesses.</em></p><p>At least, that’s what our guest for this episode of Business Casual thinks.&nbsp;</p><p>That guest, Fintech Today founder Ian Kar, names names and doles out hot takes re: the fintech space in our interview—which is itself an in-depth look at how fintech startups are stepping in where big banks have missed the mark in distributing Paycheck Protection Program funding.</p><ul><li>If you listened to our last episode with the Aspen Institute’s Joyce Klein, you know that “missed the mark” is a generous way of putting what happened.&nbsp;</li><li>This time around, we’re exploring the disruptors that took the reins for traditional banking, especially in the small business economy.</li></ul><p>Kar explains that big banks have systematically failed to market to or serve small businesses and their owners. So what makes fintech different...and more capable?</p><ul><li>A focus on relationships and a willingness to lend small</li><li>Deeply rooted and mutually beneficial partnerships with community banks</li><li>An appreciation for the “tech” half of fintech</li></ul><p>But it’s not all roses and loan forgiveness in the fintech space. There are plenty of risks, both regulatory and otherwise. You bet we’ll cover them all.</p><p><strong>Listen now.</strong></p><p><br></p>