Bio
Chief virtual tea maker, and zoom stalker...And somewhere in between a CEO of fintech Upside, which for me is about creating the best team to build the technology which will enable the next generation of savers. My aim is to utilise the power of open banking and help consumers build effortless savings through the power of data, as well as helping merchants engage with their customers on a new level.
Career History
Andries Smit is CEO and Founder of fintech Upside, an experienced speaker with over 20 years of experience in leading financial service organisations across the UK, Canada, South Africa and Asia. Andries is the former MD of Global Digital Factory at Aviva, experienced also in leading startups, SME Discounts, scaleups, DollarDex, and venture investors, AE Ventures. Andries is passionate about consumers saving behaviour and the power of open banking and innovation in fintech.