The Focal Point for FinTech in the
North of England



Bringing the North of England’s FinTech ecosystem together


At FinTech North, our mission is to facilitate the growth of the Northern FinTech ecosystem.

Founded in 2016 as the first ever regional UK FinTech hub, we bring together a growing and vibrant community of over 6,000 people from across the North of England who either have an interest, or work in FinTech and its adjacent sectors.

Our growth strategy focuses on three key areas:

– Delivery of a programme of events and related activities

– Supporting international trade activity

– Helping enhance the supply of FinTech skills

Bringing the North of England’s FinTech ecosystem together


At FinTech North, our mission is to facilitate the growth of the Northern FinTech ecosystem.

Founded in 2016 as the first ever regional UK FinTech hub, we bring together a growing and vibrant community of over 6,000 people from across the North of England who either have an interest, or work in FinTech and its adjacent sectors.

Our growth strategy focuses on three key areas:

– Delivery of a programme of events and related activities

– Supporting international trade activity

– Helping enhance the supply of FinTech skills

Operational Resilience: Countdown to DORA Webinar

24 October 2024

Operational Resilience: Countdown to DORA Webinar

As the deadline for the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) approaches, the importance of regulatory readiness has never been more critical for financial institutions and technology providers alike.

Online Event

Leeds FinTech Forum

5 November 2024

Leeds FinTech Forum

In Partnership with Ventas Sales and hosted by Bruntwood SciTech!

West Yorkshire

Manchester Conference 2024

21 November 2024

Manchester Conference 2024

Our 7th annual Manchester Conference arrives this November, hosted in partnership with the University of Manchester, Mastercard, Rise, created by Barclays, Intercash, GFT, AccessPay and RSM!

Greater Manchester

FinTech for Good Forum

3 December 2024

FinTech for Good Forum

Hosted in partnership with DTM Legal and Barclays Eagle Labs

Liverpool City Region

East Yorkshire FinTech Mixer

30 December 2099

East Yorkshire FinTech Mixer

***THIS EVENT IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION - DATE TO BE CONFIRMED***

Liverpool Conference 2025

31 December 2099

Liverpool Conference 2025

***THIS EVENT IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION - DATE TO BE CONFIRMED***


FTN Skills

Join our journey to enhance the supply of FinTech skills in the North of England.

At FinTech North, we recognise that a sufficient supply of skills is an issue imperative to the success of our sector. We’ve therefore decided to strategically prioritise FinTech Skills for our activity in 2024 and beyond.

We believe that we are uniquely well positioned, with our proven track record of convening the sector in the north, to bring together a nuanced group of stakeholders that can positively impact the skills agenda.

For any organisations interested in joining us on this journey and finding out more about why we’re doing this, click the button below to view our mission statement.

Explore FTN Skills OUR MISSION

FTN Skills Hub

FinTech North
Partners

Mastercard
Leeds Building Society
Lenvi
Escode
GFT
Newcastle Strategic Solutions
Sedulo
Invest North East England
West Yorkshire Combined Authority

A WORD
FROM OUR
STRATEGIC PARTNERS


"FinTech North serves as a catalyst for innovation and collaboration in the financial technology sector. Mastercard supports FinTech North as their commitment to fostering a dynamic ecosystem aligns with our mission to drive inclusive and transformative solutions."

Derren Powell, Vice President, Business Development - Mastercard

A WORD
FROM OUR
STRATEGIC PARTNERS


“FinTech North’s dynamic platform provides an invaluable space for collaboration, innovation, and networking. Lenvi are excited to be part of this community and to contribute to the FinTech North voice, initiatives, and events throughout 2024 and beyond.”

Faye Peacock, Senior Marketing Manager, Lenvi

A WORD
FROM OUR
STRATEGIC PARTNERS


“At Leeds Building Society, we’re committed to putting homeownership within reach of more people, generation after generation. It has never been more difficult to buy a home since our founding year of 1875, and through our strategic partnership with FinTech North, we are focused on supporting and enabling innovation within Financial Services which can support our members, our business and wider society.”

Paul Braithwaite, Commercial Development Lead, Leeds Building Society

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