On September 16, Ivey FinTech kicked off the academic year with its annual general meeting (AGM), introducing students to the club’s leadership, programming and plans for the year ahead.
An independent, student-run Ivey club with more than 200 members, Ivey FinTech creates opportunities for students to explore the technologies, companies and business models shaping the future of financial services.
Supported by Ivey’s Scotiabank Digital Banking Lab, the club combines educational programming, industry engagement and hands-on opportunities that help students build their understanding of fintech.
The AGM also featured an introductory educational session examining how fintech innovation is reshaping products, pricing and service models across financial services.
Using Wealthsimple as an example, the club explored how digital-first companies can challenge established approaches by introducing new products, pricing models and customer experiences. The discussion also considered how these shifts can prompt established financial institutions to adapt their own offerings in response to changing consumer expectations.
For students newer to fintech, the session connected a familiar company example to broader questions about consumer behaviour, market change and how financial institutions respond as new firms and business models emerge.
A look at the year ahead
The executive team also outlined what students can expect from Ivey FinTech throughout the academic year, including firm trips, educational sessions, panel discussions and fireside chats with industry professionals.
Students interested in becoming more directly involved with the club also learned about upcoming director recruitment and opportunities to contribute through Ivey FinTech’s pro bono consulting program, which gives students practical experience working on business challenges in the fintech sector.
This year’s programming builds on initiatives the club has delivered in previous years. Recent activities have included a Toronto firm trip connecting students with Scotiabank's Digital Factory and participating in the Technology Consulting Competition, where students explored challenges related to consumer-driven banking.
For students, the club offers opportunities to learn about emerging trends, hear directly from industry professionals and apply their skills through consulting and case-based experiences.
