How to Build a Bank: The TymeBank Founder Story

By Innovation City https://innovationcity.co.za/

Thu Jul 25, 17:30 - Thu Jul 25, 19:00

Innovation City

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How to Build a Bank: The TymeBank Founder Story


Innovation City, 25 July, 13h00 - 14h30


Ever wondered how to build a bank from scratch?

Join us at Innovation City Cape Town for How to Build a Bank: The TymeBank Founder Story featuring Tjaart van der Walt and Tauriq Keraan.


In this session, you'll hear from the minds behind TymeBank's incredible success story.


Tjaart van der Walt and Tauriq Keraan will share:



  • The challenges and triumphs of creating South Africa's first digital bank.
  • How they leveraged technology to reach the underbanked population.
  • Key takeaways for building a successful and disruptive business.


This event is ideal for:



  • Entrepreneurs looking for inspiration and practical advice.
  • Individuals interested in fintech and financial inclusion.
  • Anyone who wants to learn how to innovate in a traditional industry.
  • Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from the masterminds who built a game-changing bank!


Buying a ticket to this event will get you access into the venue as well as ONE FREE PARKING at The Lifestyle Centre!*


*Disclaimer: By purchasing a ticket to this event, you acknowledge and agree that your access to the venue is contingent upon presenting your ticket for entry. Additionally, you understand that you will receive one parking validation valid only for the 2-3 hour slot at Kloof Lifestyle Center. To claim one free parking, please present the parking ticket from Kloof Lifestyle Center and we will validate it after the event. Please note that this offer is subject to availability and may be subject to change without prior notice. The event organisers reserve the right to modify or withdraw this offer at any time. Innovation City members attend for free.

SPEAKER

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Tjaart van der Walt (Co-founder, TymeBank)
The visionary co-founder of TymeBank Ltd.  Prior to his groundbreaking work in digital banking, Tjaart leveraged his financial expertise as Executive Director at Labat Africa Ltd. in 2009 and as Chief Financial Officer & Director at RTT Group (Pty) Ltd. from 2004 to 2014.
 
 
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Tauriq Keraan (CEO, TymeBank)
Tauriq Keraan is the current CEO of TymeBank. He has extensive experience in the financial services industry, having held leadership positions at various banks in South Africa before joining TymeBank in 2019.  Keraan is known for his innovative approach to banking and his commitment to financial inclusion. Under his leadership, TymeBank has grown rapidly,  becoming a leading digital bank with over 8 million customers in South Africa and achieving profitability in less than five years.

INNOVATION CITY MEMBERS

 
NOTE: Innovation City members can get free access to all IC weekly events. (You will find the discount code on the IC app.)
 

EVENT ATTENDANCE

Our team spends an immense amount of time creating and curating our weekly events. We would like to encourage a culture of commitment and follow through. Please note that participants who register but do not attend without prior notice will be blacklisted from future events.

Should you no longer be able to attend the event, please change your RSVP status, which you are able to link to on your emailed ticket.

We look forward to welcoming you to Innovation City and appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

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PARKING

 
Location: We're just off Kloof Street on Darter Road.

Traffic Alert: Please be cautious of traffic heading into town.

Parking Options:
  • Behind the Spar on Kloof Street.
  • Kloof Street and surrounding areas.
  • Parkade Kloof Lifestyle Center on Park Road.
Recommended: It's always best to use Uber for convenience.
 

DIRECTIONS

How to Build a Bank: The TymeBank Founder Story
Innovation City
Darter Studios, Darter Road, Longkloof, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001
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