IPR Global 2024 Highlights: Industry Leaders Unite to Shape the Future of Cross-Border Payments
Last month, we hosted our annual Innovation in Payments and Remittances (IPR) Global 2024 event, where top industry leaders and companies gathered across the cross-border payments industry to network, exchange ideas, and share their expertise. Known for fostering innovation and collaboration, IPR Global connected money transfer operators, banks, industry experts, and more to explore the latest trends and challenges to drive and innovate the industry.
Global Representation and Diversity
IPR Global was even bigger this year, with over 280 attendees across 20+ regions. Our dynamic speaker lineups truly showcased our commitment to diversity, bringing together representatives from around the world, which sparked engaging discussions and offered fresh perspectives on global financial challenges.
The two-day conference was packed with a dynamic mix of keynote speeches, networking opportunities, and panel discussions. Attendees gained valuable insights into emerging technologies, regulatory landscapes, and market trends shaping the future of cross-border payments.
Some key takeaways included:
- How blockchain and cryptocurrencies are making transfers faster and more cost-effective
- Strategies for enhancing financial inclusion in underserved markets
- How to leverage AI for fraud prevention and compliance
The event was wrapped up with our prestigious IPR Awards ceremony, where we acknowledged and celebrated the outstanding achievements in innovation, customer service, and social impact across the sector.
Attendee Experience
“As a 40-year industry executive in the International Payments space I found IPR to be a vital and valuable event for remittance providers around the world. The content was spot on around industry insight, trends, challenges, and opportunities. Ding’s involvement at IPR was solidified by the commitment from money transfer operators around the world that our offering is essential to support their revenue growth and product expansion capabilities.” – Bob Dowd, Senior VP, Ding
“It’s the collaborative environment and the open forum where we can all share ideas that truly makes IPR a great experience and a fantastic event to be a part of.” – Holly Crowell, Financial Services Partnership Manager, Worldpay
Sponsor Support
IPR Global 2024 was made possible by the industry-leading sponsors, including Visa Direct, Worldpay, Nium, Vyne, and many more. Their contributions not only elevated the event experience but also demonstrated the collaborative spirit driving that is propelling the industry forward.
Looking Ahead: IPR Global 2025
Building on this year’s success, RemitONE is thrilled to announce that IPR 2025 will be expanding to the rapidly growing region of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. IPR Global, Riyadh will offer even greater opportunities for industry professionals to connect, grow, and collaboratively shape the future of cross-border payments like never before.
For more information about IPR Global, Riyadh 2025 or to express interest in attending, sponsoring, or speaking, please contact: sales@remitone.com
Join us as we continue to drive innovation and collaboration in the world of international payments and remittances.
We’re Attending Money20/20 | 6-8 June 2023
We’re delighted that our Associate Sales Director, Oussama Kseibati, will be attending the upcoming Money20/20 live fintech conference in Amsterdam, and is excited to connect with prospects and valued clients.
If you plan to attend Money20/20, we’d love to set up a meeting and explore a possible relationship between RemitONE and your company.
Schedule a meeting with the RemitONE team by emailing sales@remitone.com
We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to connect with valued members of our industry and discover opportunities for a successful collaboration!
We’re Attending Seamless Asia | 27-28 June 2023
We’re thrilled to share that our Associate Sales Director, Oussama Kseibati, will be attending the upcoming Seamless conference in Singapore and would love to connect with you there.
If you’re planning to attend the conference, we’d be delighted to meet with you and explore how RemitONE can assist you in fulfilling your business requirements.
Schedule a meeting with the RemitONE team by emailing sales@remitone.com
We’re excited to meet you face-to-face and discover the potential of a successful collaboration!
Meet the 2022 Summer Interns
RemitONE is thrilled to welcome our 2022 summer interns working in the Sales & Marketing department!
Zayn and Safiyyah are the latest members to join RemitONE and are already proving to be great additions to the team.
We caught up with them after their first few weeks to hear more about their background and the benefits of doing an internship with RemitONE.
Tell us about some of your proudest achievements?
Zayn: The fast learning curve that I’ve experienced in boxing is something that I’d consider to be an achievement, as my plan is to be able to participate in licensed matches in the future. Another achievement would be the fact that I’ve started a small business, which is a course in technical analysis. There’s still a lot of work to be done, so the plan is to scale this as much as I can before starting a second business.
Safiyyah: I’d say my proudest achievement is being able to paint portraits of people and nature landscapes. I’ve been studying art history and perfecting my techniques over the years, using different mediums like oil, acrylic, and watercolour. I was able to utilise my skills during my A levels a year ago, where I scored almost full marks and achieved an A* in fine art. My work has been photocopied and is displayed around my school.
What problem in the world do you hope to fix at some point in your life?
Zayn: I feel that the path to successful entrepreneurship can be overwhelming for most people, and isn’t catered to by most education platforms. So I want to overcome this issue by creating packages of information that are proven to aid any young person’s journey into the business world. To do this, I know that first I’ll have to make significant progress in my journey, hence my goal is to keep undergoing a coherent cycle of learning, applying, and monetising everything that I can.
Safiyyah: I’d like to help fix climate change-related issues, specifically reducing plastic pollution by cutting down on buying products that overuse plastic in their packaging. I think if everyone makes a point of purchasing sustainable products, large corporations will be incentivised to explore alternative materials that can be integrated into our society for the greater good of the planet.
What are your favourite quotes?
Zayn: One quote I really like is “Be the chess master, not the king.” – which is an intriguing reference as the king is controlled by the chess master. I feel like this quote can act as an example of how to live your life.
Safiyyah: “Love the life you live. Live the life you love.” – Bob Marley
How have you found the community at RemitONE?
Zayn: The community at RemitONE has always been cooperative, supportive, and really fun. It’s quite difficult to find a flaw as everyone treats each other really well. The workload is manageable, and we have multiple catch-up sessions each week to ensure it stays like this, which is a sign of good structure and ethic. If the workload ever gets too much, it’s very easy to approach the team for help.
Safiyyah: Everyone is friendly and hardworking. I find it easy to communicate with other team members when I have questions about the tasks I’m doing, and I have received helpful feedback that I’ve used to improve the quality of my work. I like working within the marketing department because of this support.
What do you hope to have achieved before you turn 30, and how do you think that your internship will help this?
Zayn: Before I turn 30, I’d like to learn 2 skills that are in demand, and then monetise my knowledge on them. Eventually, I’d like to start a B2B software, in which case I’m certain that the skills I’ve learned at RemitONE will help shape this journey. Whether that be due to the interaction with prospects or lessons learned from data analysis, these experiences will help me achieve my goals.
Safiyyah: This internship has given me experience in how a workplace environment operates and has allowed me to develop my teamwork skills, so I think it will definitely help my future self. Before I turn 30 I would like to finish university and have a career somewhere in the economics industry.
Meet the Newest Members of RemitONE
RemitONE is thrilled to welcome our five latest additions across several departments!
Alamin, Aisha, Liliana, Sharfaz and Salik are the latest members to join RemitONE and are already proving to be a great addition to the team.
We caught up with them after their first few weeks at RemitONE to hear more about their role and background.
What do you do at RemitONE?
Alamin:
Role: Junior Application Support Engineer
My responsibilities at RemitONE include supporting clients with any issues and inquiries they have regarding their RemitONE system. This can include back-end code debugging and bug fixing.
Aisha:
Role: Administrative Assistant
My job involves working in between our sales and marketing – which essentially involves doing various different tasks for both sides.
Liliana:
Role: Application Support Engineer
I handle customer modification requests, conduct feature updates, assist with app building, carry out integrations and fix other small issues and bugs.
Sharfaz:
Role: Senior Software Developer
I joined the RemitONE engineering team in March 2022, with 10 years of professional experience in web application development. I am a father and a coder. I have a passion for travel and sightseeing. When I am not off on travels, I enjoy cooking and watching movies.
Salik:
Role: Technical Customer Success Manager
My role involves speaking with our customers at a technical level to integrate and configure RemitOne software into their business and deliver any customisations which are specific to their business helping to sustain their relationship with RemitOne.
What are your credentials/experience for working in your position?
Alamin: I recently graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science and have experience in the IT industry as a 1st line and 2nd line Technical Support Specialist.
Aisha: I graduated summer of 2021 in Business Management and Marketing. Before RemitONE I worked in retail as well as a carer – both allowed me to improve my existing skills as well as develop new ones.
Liliana: I have over 10 years of customer service and 1st/2nd line IT Support experience within different areas, from financial services (Forex) to the travel industry. I am also multilingual (Portuguese, Spanish and French).
Sharfaz: With a degree in BSc. Computer Science and as a highly experienced developer, with a keen eye for continuous improvement, I focus on the management, security and development of the MTMS systems for clients with complex needs.
Salik: I have over 20 years of experience as a software developer and consultant across a variety of platforms and business sectors developing software and speaking with stakeholders in software, insurance, leasing, retail and other sectors.
For more information or to request a free consultation with one of our money transfer specialists, please email marketing@remitone.com
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Meet Aisha Waris
Company Role
Administrative Assistant
Favourite Quote
“Strength and growth come only through continuous effort and struggle” – Napoleon Hill
Top 3 Films/Books?
- Don’t Be Sad – Aid al-Qarni
- A Walk to Remember – Nicholas Sparks
- Any horror movie!
What is something people in your industry have to deal with that you want to fix?
In the remittance industry, the one thing that is certain is that there will always be government changes to rules and regulations. Keeping up with legal implications is highly important to ensure any amendments are made accordingly. RemitONE does a super-efficient job when it comes to all the legal stuff! Our sales team is geographically divided which allows the team to hold expertise in regulations around the world.
What do you do at RemitONE?
My job involves working in between our sales and marketing team – which essentially involves doing various tasks for both sides.
What are your credentials/experience for working in your position?
RemitONE is actually my first ‘proper job’ as I graduated in the summer of 2021 with my degree in Business Management and Marketing. Before RemitONE I worked in retail as well as being a carer – both allowed me to improve my existing skills as well as develop new ones.
What do you like about working at RemitONE?
During my interview process, I was told “Every day is a new day”. I can say now that the statement is 100% correct and I absolutely love it! It means that I keep motivated with a wide range of tasks every day. I also love the team that I work with, everyone is super supportive and always there to help.
What are the values that drive you?
Resilience, compassion and honesty.
What’s your background and what do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
I did my Business Management and Marketing degree at Brunel University.
Aside from working, I love travelling and going on walks! My most recent trip was to Malta as a graduation celebration. I also love cats. Although I don’t have any of them anymore, I’ve included below pictures of all that have been a part of my life.
Meet Yinka Elemo
Company Role
Service Delivery Manager
Favourite Quote
“When evolving, you must get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Know that discomfort is a sign of growth.”
Top 3 Podcasts/Books?
- Making Great Decisions for a Life Without Limits – T.D Jakes
- The Spirit of Leadership – Dr Myles Munroe
- Your Road Map for Success – John C. Maxwell
What is something people in your industry have to deal with that you want to fix?
There is an upsurge of regulation and compliance obligation in the remittance industry. We strive to provide a platform for remittance businesses that powers digital transformation which enables them to meet those regulatory obligations.
What do you do at RemitONE?
My role involves overseeing a number of key functions within the RemitONE IT support department which drives the delivery of high-quality service to Money Service Businesses (MSB), MTOs, Telcos, Banks and other financial institutions in the FinTech space globally. I ensure support and service delivery processes are in place to meet business demands and service expectations.
What are your credentials/experience for working in your position?
I started my career in business management and later moved to IT consultancy/service management which exposed me to different technologies and ways of using technology to power business goals. I studied my first and second degrees in Business Information Technology and Business Computing respectively.
What do you like about working at RemitONE?
I enjoy the challenge the role brings my way as every day is different. I like the fact that I’m able to contribute my quota to the overall objective and goals of the business through collaboration with clients, colleagues and other relevant stakeholders.
What are the values that drive you?
The values that drive me are transparency, justice and equity. I operate the principle of fairness in my dealings with people and expect to be treated the same way.
What’s your background and what do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
I’m currently based in London where I live with my family. I engage in several youth empowerment initiatives and volunteer with some charities helping children in need during my spare time. I also enjoy travelling to the countryside to explore nature and playing golf.
Meet Tim Morgan
Company Role
Application Support Engineer
Favourite Quote
“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear”
Top 3 Podcasts/Books?
An Investigation of the Laws of Thought – George Boole
The Drunkard’s Walk – Leonard Mlodinow
The Ricky Gervais Show – Podcast
What is something people in your industry have to deal with that you want to fix?
The money transfer industry often seems simple on the surface, yet a rather complex behemoth lurks under the hood. I think that RemitONE’s approach to breaking down and simplifying the pressing issues in the field is compelling – I’m excited to contribute to this goal to make life easier for our clients and colleagues across the space.
What do you do at RemitONE?
I work on the customer service desk primarily at the third level, where I troubleshoot software-related issues and develop solutions both for customers and internally. Efficient and effective software practice is important for companies to stay on top of, and I like to think I am contributing to that as I gain familiarity with each area of our systems.
What are your credentials/experience for working in your position?
I hold a computer science degree and have varied work experience in terms of customer service, having previously worked in both hospitality and retail. I also have experience in software development and I enjoy the challenge of improvement through innovative and novel approaches.
What do you like about working at RemitONE?
RemitONE offers a highly flexible approach to the role and there is an opportunity to get involved in any area of interest within the organisation. You can talk to anyone here, the team is always at arms reach and willing to help. The varied nature of the role was another attraction for me.
What are the values that drive you?
I’m driven by a joyous and social attitude to the day and embracing opportunities to adapt and learn. At work, I always try to envisage ways to make life easier for my colleagues by affecting positive change.
What’s your background and what do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
I’m based in Norfolk where I live with my beautiful wife and my mother. I spent the last 5 years living between Kerala and Kuala Lumpur. I love to keep fit and get outdoors, I am a passionate rock climber but relaxation and enjoyment of spare time are also very important to me. I also like to keep in touch with old friends and attend the local folk music evenings, pandemic permitting!
Meet Selim Mohamdi
Company Role
Business Development Manager
Favourite Quote
“Losers are winners who quit. Even if you lose you still win, if you don’t quit” – Cus D’Amato
Top 3 Podcasts/Books?
Art of War – Sun Tzu
Nicomachean Ethics – Aristotle
The Alchemist – Paulo Coelho
What is something people in your industry have to deal with that you want to fix?
The main thing we’re trying to do in the industry is give people across the world access to the right technology, no matter their business size. It’s important to offer a range of features and modules in our software so we can easily support businesses with their scalability.
What do you do at RemitONE?
I’ve joined the RemitONE team as a Business Development Manager as part of the Sales team. I am helping develop both the LATAM and West-African markets, as well as continue to build strong relationships with other MTOs and clients in the remittance space.
What are your credentials/experience for working in your position?
I have over 8 years of sales experience for various companies in the UK and Europe, including HP Inc and Currencies Direct. I’ve also spent time working as a Client Acquisition Manager and BDM so have good knowledge of customer-facing roles.
What do you like about working at RemitONE?
There’s a lot of good qualities about RemitONE; the key one for me is that the entire team is really ambitious and creative. We all work together to make ideas come to life and to come up with new initiatives and techniques. The environment is also really supportive, meaning we have a great team spirit!
What are the values that drive you?
The main values that drive me are to work hard, persevere and always be yourself.
What’s your background and what do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
I’m currently living in Marbella, Spain where I work remotely for RemitONE. I often spend my free time outdoors, playing sports or skateboarding. But I also love the creative industry – I always find time to DJ or visit theatres.
Meet Francisco Lopez
Company Role
Application Support Engineer
Favourite Quote
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together”
Top 3 Podcasts/Books?
Lady of Avalon – Marion Zimmer Bradley & Diana L. Paxson
The Forest House – Marion Zimmer Bradley & Diana L. Paxson
The Mists of Avalon – Marion Zimmer Bradley
What is something people in your industry have to deal with that you want to fix?
The industry has high expectations and we’re attempting to go above and beyond our clients’ needs!
What do you do at RemitONE?
I handle customer’s modification requests, conduct feature updates, assist with app building, carry out integrations and fix other small issues and bugs.
What are your credentials/experience for working in your position?
I have 10 years of customer service and customer care experience which helps me with the client-facing aspects of the role. I also have extensive experience in data analysis, as well as participating in a BootCamp in programming. I am also multilingual.
What do you like about working at RemitONE?
The thing I like most about working at RemitONE is my colleagues. Everyone is really approachable and always make themselves available when I need help.
What are the values that drive you?
2 key values are:
Never stop learning.
Succeed together.
What’s your background and what do you enjoy doing when you’re not out working?
I was born in a small town in southern Spain but moved to the UK where I now live in Manchester. I love to walk through nature and although I live in a city, I have a wild, green area next to my home where I like to walk on sunny days. If it’s raining I prefer to spend my time playing video games, doing some DIY or watching movies with friends.
