Bridging the gap between complex industry problems and technology solutions through connected ecosystems
Finectra was founded to help financial institutions solve complex industry wide problems, requiring extensive collaboration between diverse stakeholders.
Unlike other Labs, Accelerations and 'Hubs', we provide a structured process from ideation through to Minimal Viable Product, coordinating all of the necessary industry stakeholders throughout the journey.
In particular we focus on the commercial potential and value realisation of the resulting solutions for participants, through structures such as JVs, utilities, spin-outs and vendor product sales.
Finectra facilitates and participates in the creation of IP. In a world of low/no-code engineering and Agentic AI, our focus is on rapid prototyping and accelerating the process of bringing complex solutions to market.
We operate at the intersection of business, technology and investment.
Finectra founder, Karl Hanlon, has over 25 years experience providing technology and services solutions to tier-1 global Investment Banks and Wealth Managers.
Based in Northern Ireland, with an extensive FS and technology network in London and New York, Karl leverages his global connections to drive innovative commercial solutions.