Ivan Zhiznevsky is a prominent fintech industry leader, spokesperson, former BBC World Service Journalist, and co-founder & CEO of 3S Money.

After being locked out of the European banking system due to the colour of his passport, Ivan founded 3S Money in 2018 with a singular mission: to create a fairer and more accessible financial world, giving every business owner the tools they need to send, receive, and exchange funds worldwide.

Growing the business from just one desk in a Barclays Rise, 3S Money now works with entrepreneurs in over 190+ countries - and employs 180+ team members across six offices in London, Luxembourg, Amsterdam, Riga, Dubai and Hong Kong.

As a passionate champion for inclusion across every touchpoint, Ivan is a female leadership advocate and believes that success is most deserved when achieved by diverse workforces that reflect today’s interconnected and globalised world.