
EP969: A clear Focus on Solving Structural Challenges
From IBS Intelligence Global FinTech Interviews by IBS Intelligence Podcasts | A Cedar Consulting Unit
April 9, 2026 · 18 min · Episode 969
About this episode
The episode features Spyros Retzekas discussing Qualco's evolution and approach to solving structural challenges in the FinTech space.
Qualco, founded 25 years ago in collections technology, has evolved into a full-spectrum FinTech partner covering the entire credit value chain. Deputy CEO Spyros Retzekas credits this growth to client intimacy, local market understanding, and disciplined international expansion. The company differentiates itself by working closely alongside clients rather than operating as a distant vendor. AI has long been central to Qualco's platforms through machine learning and analytics, with generative...
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Guest: Spyros Retzekas
Topics covered
- collections technology
- FinTech
- credit value chain
- client intimacy
- AI
- machine learning
- international expansion
Keywords
- Qualco
- FinTech
- collections technology
- AI
- machine learning
- credit value chain
- client intimacy
- international expansion
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Organizations: Qualco
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