Financial Forward: The Future of Consumer Finance & Banking
The Financial Forward podcast dives deep into the world of consumer finance, banking regulation, and financial technology. Hosted by Jim McCarthy, a founding member of the CFPB and a leading expert in financial regulation and risk management, this podcast unpacks the latest trends shaping the financial industry.
Each episode features insightful conversations with top industry leaders, breaking down credit card policies, fintech innovations, CFPB regulations, banking compliance, and financial consumer protection. Whether you're a banking executive, fintech entrepreneur, compliance officer, or consumer advocate, Financial Forward keeps you ahead of the curve.
🔹 Topics We Cover:
✅ Consumer Finance & Banking Trends
✅ CFPB Regulations & Enforcement Actions
✅ Financial Technology (FinTech) & Innovation
✅ Credit Cards, Loans, & Consumer Protection
✅ Compliance, Risk Management & AI in Finance
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Financial Forward: The Future of Consumer Finance & Banking
Building the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: Jim McCarthy’s Journey from Banking and Regulation
In this episode, host Jim McCarthy details his extensive career in the banking industry, from his early days in a paper-based system to his impact on the digital transformation of banking and regulation.
He recounts his involvement in establishing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and its role in unifying bank regulations to protect consumers.
Jim discusses his personal challenges, including being autistic and navigating professional landscapes. He also illuminates his current work with McCarthy Hatch, focusing on helping banks use data to identify risks and improve compliance.
The episode provides a deep dive into the workings of consumer finance regulations and Jim’s contributions to the field.
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