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Rob Straathof

Rob Straathof

CEO at Liberis
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Bio Rob Straathof is CEO of Liberis, a leading UK alternative finance provider providing simple, flexible and transparent funding to help SMEs achieve their ambitions. His current responsibilities include the leadership and management of the company, with a focus on honing its products to offer fairly priced, flexible finance for SMEs - always delivered responsibly.

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Pulling back the curtain and unveiling the future of fintech in 2024

17 Jan 2024

The Christmas trees have come down, and the industry is getting its feet back under the table and thinking about what 2024 will bring. I’m very excited about this year because I think the future of finance will be fully unveiled. I’ve been lucky enough to work at the forefront of the fintech revolution; a sector where innovation isn’t just a buzzw...

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How embedded finance can boost financial inclusion for the smallest businesses

06 Dec 2023

According to figures from the World Trade Organization (WTO), SMEs make up over 90% of businesses globally as well as 60-70% of employment. That isn’t just the backbone of most economies, it’s nearly the full skeleton! Despite the crucial role they play, many small businesses still struggle to access the funding they need to survive and thrive. Loo...

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Why PSPs Should Partner with Embedded Finance Platforms for Tailored Financing Solutions

21 Jun 2023

Payments lie at the intersection of commerce and the ever-expanding digital economy. For the Payment Service Providers (PSPs) that ply their trade in this dynamic space, there’s a unique opportunity to create new revenue streams and increase merchant retention: diversification. By partnering with an embedded finance platform, PSPs can go beyond ...

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How Acquirers Are Offering Instant Funding Without Putting Their Balance Sheet at Risk

22 May 2023

There’s an all-too-common scenario that pervades the payments landscape: acquirers blindly falling into a commodity trap. This unwanted outcome occurs when a financial institution that processes credit and debit card transactions on behalf of merchants sees its competitive edge blunted by competition. Over time, their service becomes indistinguish...

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