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#36 - Edward Maslaveckas, Co-Founder & CEO at Bud

Broadcast on:
14 Apr 2025

Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Finance podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Edward Maslaveckas, Co-Founder & CEO at Bud.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

  • Why Banks Struggle with Data – Despite having vast amounts of transaction data, most banks lack the ability to effectively process and leverage it for personalization.
  • Improving Customer Experience – Bud Financial helps banks reduce customer confusion over unidentified transactions, saving them millions in customer service costs.
  • What Real Personalization Looks Like – Ed explains how AI-driven insights can help banks better serve their customers, offering timely nudges and financial advice.
  • Lessons from Scaling a Fintech Business – From early missteps to finding product-market fit, Ed reflects on Bud’s journey to profitability.
  • The Future of AI in Banking – Bud Financial is integrating more advanced AI models to enhance financial management for both institutions and consumers.



To learn more about Bud:
Website: http://www.thisisbud.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bud-financial/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmas/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Finance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-finance/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

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