Fraser Stewart
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Fraser Stewart is a British entrepreneur and co-founder of Lyfeguard, a financial technology company offering a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform for personal administration, finance management, and digital legacy planning. He currently serves as the company's Chief Commercial Officer.[1]
Education
Stewart was educated at Colfe's School in London.[2] He then attended the University of Exeter, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in History & Politics. He later received a Global MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester.[3][4]
Business career
Early career
Before founding Lyfeguard, Stewart held commercial roles at British Airways and HSBC. He was also recognized as one of the "30 Under 30" by the Travel Trade Gazette (TTG) during this time.[5]
Lyfeguard
In 2021, Stewart co-founded Lyfeguard with his father, Gary Stewart. The idea for the company stemmed from the difficulties Gary encountered while managing the estates of deceased friends. Lyfeguard aims to address these challenges by offering a centralized platform for users to organize their important documents, financial information, and online accounts.[6][7]
As Chief Commercial Officer, Stewart is responsible for Lyfeguard's commercial strategy, including product development, sales, and marketing.[8][9][10]
Personal views
Stewart actively contributes to discussions on fintech, digital legacy planning, and the broader impact of technology. He has spoken about the need for increased data access and security within the financial sector, stating, "Data is the new currency in today's financial landscape, and the fintech industry is at the forefront of leveraging technology to solve problems and create better financial solutions."[11][12][13]
He has advocated for increased data access and security within the financial sector, emphasizing the importance of technology in developing effective financial solutions. In an interview with The Fintech Times, he stated that "Financial firms must prioritize customer outcomes and ensure their products and services are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers in a rapidly changing digital landscape." He believes that "ensuring positive customer outcomes is the responsibility of financial firms," and that this requires a focus on transparency, trust, and ethical data usage.[14][15]
Stewart has been critical of the UK government's decision to cancel £1.3 billion in funding for AI and compute projects, calling it a "setback for the UK's global technology superpower ambitions." He has also advocated for increased collaboration between the government, academia, and industry to ensure the UK remains competitive in the field of AI.[16][17][18]
He has also expressed concerns about the potential risks of AI, particularly with the rise of tools like ChatGPT, while participating in a debate at the Houses of Parliament on the future of the UK's digital economy. He stressed the need for responsible development and implementation of AI technologies.[19] Furthermore, he has highlighted the importance of embracing AI to enhance customer engagement and stay ahead of the curve in the financial services industry, stating that "AI can help businesses to personalize their services, automate tasks, and gain a deeper understanding of customer needs."[20][21]
Awards and recognition
| Award | Year | Awarding Body | Result |
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| Family Business Entrepreneurs of the Year | 2023 | Great British Entrepreneur Awards | Finalist[22] |
| Most Visionary Fintech Business Leader (Fraser Stewart) | 2024 | Wealth & Finance International | Winner[23] |
| Family Business Entrepreneurs of the Year | 2024 | Great British Entrepreneur Awards | Shortlisted[24] |
References
- ↑ "Fraser Stewart". FF News | Fintech Finance. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "Johnson salutes Colfe's". News Shopper. 2010-05-25. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "Global MBA alumni profile: Fraser Stewart | Alliance MBS". www.alliancembs.manchester.ac.uk. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ Stewart, Fraser. "LinkedIn Profile". LinkedIn.
- ↑ "30 Under 30: Meet Fraser Stewart". TTG. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "Fintech firm launches client management app for IFAs". www.ftadviser.com. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "Solving Life Admin with Fraser Stewart and Gary Stewart". Apple Podcasts. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "Key Insights from Entrepreneurs: Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Success on ScaleUp Radio". www.bizsmart.co.uk. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ Creating an Indispensable Life-Changing Tool with Lyfeguard's Co-Founders, Gary & Fraser Stewart #71, 2023-10-25, retrieved 2024-11-13
- ↑ Lyfeguard (2024-02-06). Lyfeguard on Venture Visionaries: Revolutionising Fintech with Gary & Fraser Stewart. Retrieved 2024-11-13 – via YouTube.
- ↑ Stewart, Fraser (2023-05-01). "Fintech: Improving Data Access for Financial Institutions". fintechmagazine.com. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "The FinTech industry: Leading Financial Institutions to improved data access". Wealth Tribune. 2023-04-25. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "Top Tips for Enhancing Financial Awareness". Financial IT. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ Bleach, Tom (2023-05-25). "Ensuring Positive Customer Outcomes: The Responsibility of Financial Firms". The Fintech Times. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ Bakr, Sohaila (2023). "Unleashing Collaborative Potential: Exploring the Dynamics between Banks and Fintechs in the Era of PSD2 and Open API Technologies". Masters in Digital Communication Leadership and Technology Management. doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.15436.80009.
- ↑ Robson, Kurt (2024-08-02). "Labour shelving £1.3bn UK AI funding is 'setback' for country's tech ambitions, say experts". Yahoo! Finance.
- ↑ "Labour shelves £1.3bn Tory-pledged AI compute projects". UKTN. 2024-08-02. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
- ↑ Robson, Kurt (2024-08-02). "Labour shelving £1.3bn UK AI funding is 'setback' for country's tech ambitions, say experts". Verdict. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
- ↑ Grant, Anton (2023-05-23). "Fintech Chiefs Debate the Future of UK's Digital Economy in Parliament". FF News | Fintech Finance. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "Embracing AI to Stay Ahead of the Curve and Boost Customer Engagement - IFA Magazine". 2024-04-03. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ Dawson, Nicholas (2023-03-19). "Britons urged to get 'expert guidance' on pensions". Express.co.uk. Retrieved 2024-11-13.
- ↑ "The Life-Changing Mission Behind Lyfeguard | Great British Entrepreneur Awards – Great British Entrepreneur Awards". greatbritishentrepreneurawards.com. Retrieved 2024-04-30.
- ↑ "Lyfeguard (2024 Winner: FinTech Awards)". Wealth & Finance International. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
- ↑ "London Shortlist 2024 | Great British Entrepreneur Awards – Great British Entrepreneur Awards". greatbritishentrepreneurawards.com. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
External links
- Lyfeguard Website Archived 2024-11-11 at the Wayback Machine
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