JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Let’s build — together.
Fintech sits at the intersection of business, money, technology, and culture — and the leaders shaping it don’t win alone.
The Academy of Fintech brings together high-intent founders, operators, investors, and decision-makers who understand that content + community = deal flow. This is where conversations turn into partnerships, partnerships turn into revenue, and relationships shape the future of financial services.
Whether you’re scaling a startup, raising capital, leading a team, driving go-to-market, or expanding your influence — this is your room.
We don’t just gather to network. We gather to build.
Academy Membership Options
( ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS)
INDIVIDUAL membership
$495
Private circle of 150+ fintech leaders
Invites to private events
Access to exclusive masterclasses, fireside chats, and happy hours
Member discount on Summit tickets
Mentor / mentee program
Weekly 1:1 networking
Podcast guest & speaking opportunities
LIMITED-TIME
OFFER!!!
FoundER’S SPOTLIGHT Membership
$5999
Everything in the individual membership plus…
Access to a customized, personal brand lift
Media sponsorship for your business
Feature in the newsletter
Premium speaking opportunities
Host branded activations and events on behalf of your organization
Corporate membership
$7500
Everything in the Founder’s Spotlight plus…
Up to 4 annual membership seats
One reserved table, priority seating, with four VIP seats at The FEMMY Awards
Table Card / Logo placement at The FEMMYs
Up to 2 company features in the newsletter
Expedited interview and priority selection for Board Member and Committee positions
CALLING ALL FINTECH Builders
By becoming a member of The Academy of Fintech by Fintech Is Femme, you gain access to a transformative network and actionable resources that will accelerate your journey in fintech.
Here’s how we do it…
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Connect with founders, investors, operators, and executives actively building the future of financial services.
Build relationships with real decision-makers — leaders who control budgets, partnerships, and growth strategy — and want to collaborate inside the ecosystem.
Turn conversations into momentum across fundraising, revenue growth, strategic partnerships, and executive leadership.
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Learn from successful entrepreneurs, executives, and investors who share their expertise.
Join weekly check-ins and accountability circles to share wins and challenges.
Get mentorship and coaching to stay on track with your career objectives.
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Elevate your profile by hosting events, workshops, or webinars.
Pitch your business to investors and potential partners.
Build a personal brand that positions you as a fintech thought leader.
FOUNDING Academy Members
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![Lule Demmissee]()
Lule Demmissee
Former CEO
ETORO US -
![Francis Zelazny]()
Francis Zelazny
Founder & CEO
ANONYBIT -
![Asya Bradley]()
Asya Bradley
SUPER ANGEL,
MULTI-EXITED FOUNDER, & LP -
![Cleve Mesidor]()
Cleve Mesidor
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
THE BLOCKCHAIN FOUNDATION -
![Rochelle Gorey]()
Rochelle Gorey
Founder & CEO
SPRINGFOUR -
![SAIRA RAHMAN]()
SAIRA RAHMAN
VP, NEW INVESTOR INITIATIVES
FUNDRISE -
![MARGARET HARTIGAN]()
MARGARET HARTIGAN
FOUNDER & CEO
MARSTONE -
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Susan Langer
Founder and CEO (SPAVE.IO)
Board President (The Academy of Fintech)
Brands inside The Academy of Fintech
connect with POWERFUL leaders AS WE BUILD A VIBRANT, MULTI-GENERATIONAL community of FINTECH ICONS.
The Academy of Fintech CREATES A SOLID SPRINGBOARD for founders to develop their products, for investors to nurture new opportunities, and for operators to ignite their careers.
Building A Long Table
Networking events with fintech leaders.
Access to coaches to refine your story and grow your business.
Office hours with experts offering growth, personal brand, and leadership advice.
Member-only discussions for building relationships and gaining mentorship on your challenges and successes.
WHAT TO EXPECT INSIDE…
FOUNDERS SPOTLIGHT
ANna Joo FEE, FOUNDER & CEO, GOODFIN
Speaking onstage at the FINTECH IS FEMME leadership summit sAN FRANCISCO 11.12.24
Want to amplify your story across the fintech industry?
Our FOUNDERS SPOTLIGHT IS An amazing academy of fintech add-on that brings your Marketing team together with Fintech is femme to help craft your narrative while also highlighting your story / BRAND across the ENTIRE fintech is femme CONTENT ECOSYSTEM (Newsletter, social media, & events).
You’ll also have access to the “PERSONAL BRAND LIFT”, A SERIES OF 1:1 COACHING SESSIONS WITH THE academy OF FINTECH’S COACHING PROFESSIONALS - hand-selected to transform your personal brand and build your industry reputation.
The entire experience comes to life with an opportunity to SHARE your story on a 2025 fintech is femme stage.
limited slots are available for 2026 so don’t wait, act now!
THe Academy of Fintech: online & IRL
