Build vs. Buy: Navigating Technology Decisions in Credit Unions | The Fintech Combine

Season 1 | Episode 14 In this pivotal episode of The Fintech Combine, host Kris Kovacs engages with three credit union technology leaders to unravel the intricate “Build vs. Buy” decision-making process that shapes the digital landscape of community-based financial institutions. Our guests, David Elliott of NASA Federal Credit Union, Willis Chang from Kinecta Federal […]
Constellation Growing a Fintech Through User-Centered Design Practice

We recently partnered with Crafted to elevate the Credit Union user experience through within our innovative, cloud-native digital banking platform. We engaged Crafted to deepen customer empathy and establish a robust research, design, and validation program within our product team. Read the full case study. We thoroughly enjoyed working with the Crafted team!
Lee Farabaugh: Transforming Communities and Implementations | The Fintech Combine

Season 1 | Episode 13 In this episode we are talking with Lee Farabaugh, The president of Monarch, which helps deliver SaaS applications to new customers.
Obie: How Aaron Letzeiser’s Idea Revolutionized an Industry | The Fintech Combine

Season 1 | Episode 12 In this episode we delve into the entrepreneurial spirit that drives fintech innovation. Our special guest, Aaron Letzeiser, founder of Obie and partner at the Pioneer Fund, takes us on a journey from an initial napkin sketch to reshaping the landscape of real estate insurance.
GAC24: Constellation’s Kris Kovacs Addresses De-Risking Digital Banking Conversions

During GAC Kris Kovacs, Founder and CEO at Constellation Digital Partners, stopped by the Studio Lounge to share the tech firm’s recent work with CFCU, FIGFCU, and Meritrust Credit Union. Kris also offered insights on a few topics like the challenges surrounding digital transformation strategies (especially for de-risking digital banking conversions), AI adoption, and increasing member […]
Happy International Women’s Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible women of Constellation. Each and every one of them brings unique talents and perspectives to the table, shaping the fabric of our everyday operations. Here’s to their dedication, passion, and brilliance!
Want Members To Engage More Through the Digital Channel? Features Like Subscription Management Are Key

Our Chief Revenue Officer, Marc Miller, provides insights on how digital banking technology can help Credit Unions become trusted financial wellness partners while offering members innovative products and services they love. Read more in the latest Finopotamus article.
Powering Financial Inclusion: The QCash Story | The Fintech Combine

Season 1 | Episode 11 In today’s episode we speak with Seth Brickman, the CEO of QCash Financial, about their small dollar lending platform and the services they are bringing to Credit Unions, and their members.
Data-Driven Success: Arkatechture’s Blueprint for Credit Union Innovation | The Fintech Combine

Season 1 | Episode 10 Join us for an Extra Special Podcast episode as Kris is on location in Hawaii talking with CEO Jamie Jackson from Arkatechture. Jamie and Kris discuss the future of Credit Unions.
The Future of Finance: Linda Bodie Discusses Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact | The Fintech Combine

Season 1 | Episode 9