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Synctera | Everything You Need to Build and Scale Banking Products | Icebreaker

Synctera | Everything You Need to Build and Scale Banking Products

Synctera | Everything You Need to Build and Scale Banking Products

Synctera is the banking and payments platform powering financial innovation. Synctera enables companies of all sizes to build, launch, and scale embedded banking and FinTech products

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Financial Partnerships at Circle | ex-Uber

Yelena Kozlova 🇺🇦

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Senior Marketing Leader I ex-Guideline, Lumosity, LucasArts + Startups

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I’m a Detroit-based marketing and partnerships leader with 15+ years of experience spanning fintech, Web3, and education. As Board Member & Director of Partnerships for the Detroit Blockchain Center, I’ve built collaborations with Sui Foundation, Stand With Crypto, PizzaDAO, and others to position Detroit as a hub for blockchain innovation. My campaigns have connected 1,000+ attendees across Detroit and Ann Arbor, grown community engagement for early-stage blockchain projects, and aligned public-private partners around the future of decentralized tech. Previously, I directed advancement at two private schools, driving record fundraising and engagement through donor-centered storytelling and community events. This blend of marketing, partnership, and mission-driven experience lets me bridge technical innovation with human connection — from blockchain ecosystems to education and civic tech. Today, I’m open to Head of Marketing or Ecosystem Growth roles within Web3 and emerging-tech organizations — or select fractional projects through Copter Consulting, my Web3 marketing studio. 💡 Areas of focus: Community growth • Ecosystem partnerships • GTM & storytelling • DePIN/Helium pilots • Token & NFT activations • Web3 education 📩 Let’s connect: Holly@miblockchain.org

Peter Hazlehurst

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Co-Founder and CEO at Synctera, Board of Belong, Investor, Advisor in FinTech

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VP Global Payment & Product Partnerships at Adyen

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Product-Focused Full-Stack Engineer | Sales Engineering and Architecture Leader | Ex AI Agents Startup Founder 🧑‍💻

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Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Triumph | Fintech

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Serial Entrepreneur, Investor and operator with experience starting and scaling companies.

Qiana Patterson

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As an investor, advisor, and leader in venture capital and entrepreneurship, I’m committed to leveling the playing field for diverse founders and underrepresented investors. With over a decade of experience in investment strategy, business development, and community-driven capital deployment, I specialize in helping companies—from early-stage ventures to growth-focused enterprises—reach product-market fit, achieve sustainable growth, and drive meaningful impact. My Core Strengths: -Investment Strategy & Due Diligence: Rigorous assessment of investment opportunities with a focus on scalability, impact, and alignment with mission-driven goals. -Business Development & Revenue Growth: Proven track record of creating strategic partnerships and delivering growth-focused solutions tailored to high-impact, diverse startups. -Community Engagement & Advocacy: Dedicated to building inclusive spaces and platforms that amplify diverse voices and empower entrepreneurs. Let’s Connect Whether you're a founder seeking investment, an organization interested in fostering inclusive wealth creation, or a professional eager to learn more about the unique opportunities and challenges in the VC ecosystem, I’d love to connect. Together, we can create a landscape where a diverse, purpose-driven and scalable businesses thrive.

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I am an experienced product and solutions marketing professional with a rich background in AI/ML, fintech, and financial services. I have a track record of successfully marketing to technical and non-technical audiences, and exceeding goals at both large companies and startups. I am known for positioning B2B SaaS products and solutions for long-term success, creating compelling messaging and beautiful content that "wows" audiences, and driving strategic alignment and stellar execution within and across teams. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking whatever Ina Garten suggests, and attempting to create an English garden under the burning hot California sun.