Ep. 44 London as a Launchpad: Revolut’s global HQ and UK banking vision
MAR 19, 202622 MIN
Ep. 44 London as a Launchpad: Revolut’s global HQ and UK banking vision
MAR 19, 202622 MIN
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<p>With its global headquarters established in London, and a UK banking licence in place, Revolut is entering a new chapter.</p><p>UK CEO Francesca Carlesi talks about what this shift means for customers and how these milestones connect to bigger decisions about growth and leadership going forward.</p><p>In this episode, host Alex Carril and Francesca discuss:</p><ul><li>Revolut’s global headquarters and the message the company signals about remote work</li></ul><ul><li>Why London was chosen as Revolut’s home base and how it strengthens the company’s presence in the UK</li></ul><ul><li>What operating as a fully licensed bank in the UK means for local customers and Revolut globally</li></ul><ul><li>How the “Banking & Beyond” strategy translates into more customer-centric features</li></ul><ul><li>The case for Revolut as a primary bank and what was holding it back before</li></ul><ul><li>Comparing Revolut to legacy financial institutions and the differences that matter</li></ul><ul><li>The importance of building and maintaining trust in financial services</li></ul><ul><li>What new features customers in the UK can expect to see in the future</li></ul><ul><li>Francesca’s thoughts on leading a fast-growing team</li></ul><ul><li>Her path into financial services, from founding her own startup to becoming Revolut’s UK CEO</li></ul><p>Follow Revolut Insider on Instagram: <a href="https://www.revolut.la/RevolutInsider" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">revolut.la/RevolutInsider</a></p><p>View open career opportunities at Revolut: <a href="https://www.revolut.la/3PsYaKl" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">revolut.la/3PsYaKl</a><br></p>