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The MoneyPot Live: In Conversation with CROs Phoebe Wallis (Griffin) & Meryem Habibi (Bitpace)

The MoneyPot··8 August 2026·26 min

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Join us for The MoneyPot Live from Money20/20 Europe, where three Chief Revenue Officers discuss the evolving role of revenue leadership in fintech.Money20/20 host Stephen Slattery speaks with Phoebe Wallis (Griffin Bank) and Meryem Habibi (Bitpace) about what it means to be a CRO today.Key Topics: The Modern CRO RoleWhy CROs are "growth architects" coordinating across all business functionsHow the role extends beyond sales to customer success and strategic alignmentNavigating ChallengesBalancing revenue growth with profitabilityAdapting to evolving regulations in crypto and embedded bankingThe critical need for strategic flexibilityBuilding TeamsEssential traits: curiosity, resilience, and problem-solving abilityWhy understanding customer pain points trumps product expertiseAI in SalesHow AI empowers teams without replacing human connectionPractical tools for prospecting, coaching, and risk managementAdvice for LeadersWhy CROs must be involved in strategy, not just executionThe importance of trust between founders and revenue leadersEssential listening for founders, revenue leaders, and anyone interested in fintech sales transformation.Griffin Bank: https://griffin.com/Follow Phoebe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebe-wallis-6758a0a4/Bitpace: https://www.bitpace.com/Follow Meryem: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meryem-habibi/ Follow Money20/20: YouTube: @Money2020Tv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/money2020/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/money20_20 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Money2020 X: https://www.twitter.com/Money2020 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@money20_20