It’s a matter of comms
Hello, my name is Gihan A.M. Hyde, and I am the CEO and founder of CommUnique.
We are a team of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) corporate communication specialists. Our mission is to help you boost the value of your ESG story so that you can attract the right employees, the right customers and the right investors. Simple as that!
My team is a diverse group of ESG communication specialists from ‘underdeveloped’ countries and under-represented communities in all corners of the globe.
In this column, I will be providing you with my thoughts regarding ESG “do’s and don’ts”, latest trends in the space and updates that will impact you as a fintech company.
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You are also welcome to connect with me on LinkedIn and Twitter @Gehanam.
I hope you enjoy!
How to make your fintech a solutionary organisation and not a problem-solving one
Imagine the change you could cause simply by taking a solutionary approach to your fintech’s ESG policies.
Climate anxiety is a real threat to the financial industry
Fostering positivity will be what helps your stakeholders (and you!) maintain positive mental health.
How education plays a key role in embedding an ESG mindset
ESG education is necessary, and the time to start learning is now.
How to get investors on board with your ESG journey
I recently spoke with Delta Capita's Leeya Hendricks to get her perspective on all things ESG investing.
What is social impact and how can you measure it?
Focusing on your social impact can help build strong community links and boost brand loyalty.
Eight fintech firms with impressive people and planet initiatives
Fintechs are in a unique position to build ESG criteria into the foundations of their businesses.
How to tell if an organisation is greenwashing – and how to avoid doing it yourself
Learning to market ethically is a journey you need to own.
How to write your first ‘people and planet’ policies as a fintech organisation
A good ‘people and planet’ ESG policy should make it clear how you're pushing for positive change.
Communicating climate change: a laughing matter for fintechs?
Like the court jesters of previous ages, being funny and communicating effectively can be compatible.
How fintech can help women and girls solve the climate crisis
If you want to help save the planet, gender equality should be at the heart of climate action.
How important is language when it comes to communicating climate change?
Climate change has a global audience, and your communications need to reflect this.
How will the Green Claims Code affect you as a fintech?
The Green Claims Code legislation aims to eradicate greenwashing once and for all.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 9 | Demystifying scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions
What are scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions and how can businesses start recording and reporting on them?
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 8 | ESG and new talent
New talent in the fintech industry consider ESG to be an important factor when accepting new roles.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 7 | Carbon
Carbon neutral vs net zero vs zero carbon; and how to embed them within your business model.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 6 | DEI
In this #itsamatterofcomms vlog, we discuss how D&I is incorporated within ESG reporting and initiatives.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 5 | B Corp
This week's #itsamatterofcomms vlog features Hannah Cox, founder of betternotstop.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 4 | Funding
This week's #itsamatterofcomms vlog features Hannah Forbes, founder of The Funding Crowd.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 3 | ESG
This week's #itsamatterofcomms vlog features Dave Wallace, founder of NMD+.
It’s a matter of comms | Episode 2 | Strategy
The corporate comms strategy is the spine that would hold start-ups accountable to their investors.
Introducing “it’s a matter of comms”
Welcome to #itsamatterofcomms! A new bi-weekly vlog!
Digital banking tech provider Bankjoy signs up UMe Credit Union
UMe members will be able to access Bankjoy’s digital banking platform, including mobile and online banking.
UK mortgage lender Perenna obtains banking licence
Perenna intends to offer long-term fixed rate mortgages in the near future.
Investment platform Vyzer taps Salt Edge for open banking API solution
The firm will leverage Salt Edge’s Account Information API and data enrichment solutions.
Remitly set to acquire Israeli fintech Rewire for $80m
The transaction is expected to close in H2 2022 subject to regulatory approvals.
Proptech IMMO hires Hima Mandali as new CTO
Mandali will be responsible for scaling and developing the firm’s platform and products.
Lithuania’s OKEO taps Mambu for multi-currency payments offering
Founded in 2019, OKEO provides payment services and IBAN accounts for businesses in Europe.
Monzo and Starling top latest CMA customer satisfaction survey
The results are from a survey carried out between July 2021 and June 2022 by market research firm Ipsos.
Fintech start-up Arc lands $20m in Series A funding
Arc will use the funding to accelerate its growth and expand the availability of its treasury and software products.
M&T Bank hires Ishet Dhar as chief digital officer
Dhar will lead the strategy, integration and development of M&T’s digital platforms.
Paytech consultancy Focused Labs joins Stripe partner ecosystem
Focused Labs builds custom software products and integrations, including core payments infrastructure.
