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Nacho González, Head of F1 Activation at Revolut, shares the thinking and ambition behind partnering with Audi to create the Audi Revolut F1 Team.
He talks about managing a global collaboration at this scale and how Revolut is showing up in sports to meet customers beyond the app.
In this episode, host Alex Carril and Nacho discuss:
What goes into building a Formula One activation at a global scale
How Revolut’s partnership strategy became more ambitious to match the company’s growth
The reality of managing world-class sports partnerships day to day
Why F1 became the right platform to connect with customers beyond the app, and what made Revolut ready for that stage
Nacho’s growth since joining Revolut in 2022, and the lessons that came with it
3 key factors behind choosing Audi as our F1 partner
How this collaboration creates value for customers
What it was like seeing these activations come to life during the team’s first race weekend in Melbourne
Where to go from here when it comes to partnerships, and the importance of being present in sports
How a winning mindset shows up on and off the track
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How do you measure high performance?
In a company like Revolut, where high performance is the standard and ambition follows, Alara Erisen shares how performance is broken down into metrics, skills alignment, and culture fit.
As an Operating Principal in the CEO’s Office, Alara’s top goal is figuring out how to hire top talent — whether that’s experienced professionals or interns and grads looking to launch their careers.
In this episode, Alex and Alara discuss: 
Her data-backed role within the CEO’s Office on how to hire brilliant people
How company goals trickle down to individual metrics
Revolut’s quarterly performance review cycle, including how values are assessed
Why self-reviews are important, and tips to complete it
What applying the “never compromise on talent” approach looks like in practice
Grit and bias to action — two skills necessary to succeed at Revolut
Adaptability versus expertise and Revolut’s Talent Programmes
Creating a launchpad so interns and grads can excel early in their careers
Tips on how to apply your skills and adapt to Revolut’s way of working
Advice for interns and grads on how to stand out for the right reasons
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With its global headquarters established in London, and a UK banking licence in place, Revolut is entering a new chapter.
UK CEO Francesca Carlesi talks about what this shift means for customers and how these milestones connect to bigger decisions about growth and leadership going forward.
In this episode, host Alex Carril and Francesca discuss:
Revolut’s global headquarters and the message the company signals about remote work
Why London was chosen as Revolut’s home base and how it strengthens the company’s presence in the UK
What operating as a fully licensed bank in the UK means for local customers and Revolut globally
How the “Banking & Beyond” strategy translates into more customer-centric features
The case for Revolut as a primary bank and what was holding it back before
Comparing Revolut to legacy financial institutions and the differences that matter
The importance of building and maintaining trust in financial services
What new features customers in the UK can expect to see in the future
Francesca’s thoughts on leading a fast-growing team
Her path into financial services, from founding her own startup to becoming Revolut’s UK CEO
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Brand decisions affect how people feel, long before they open an app or tap a card.
Our Head of Global Brand, Gareth Morgan, explains what it takes to build a brand that feels confident and distinctive.
He breaks down the thinking behind Revolut’s shift towards a more premium identity, how creative choices influence a brand’s trust and perception, and how to lead with bold decisions without losing focus.
In this episode, Alex and Gareth discuss:
What “brand” means in practice, and how it shows up beyond visuals

Revolut’s 2023 rebrand and the shift toward a more premium evolution

How the emotional experience of a brand shapes trust and loyalty

Standing out in a crowded market while maintaining your identity 

Why Revolut is selective about brand collaborations

Leading a team to think outside the box

What goes into delivering bold, unexpected design work

Gareth’s view on whether AI limits creativity

Getting an idea over the finish line and how to not take feedback personally

What’s next for Revolut as a global brand

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Launching a global financial platform in Japan comes with its own set of rules.
Yoko Makiguchi, Revolut’s CEO in Japan, shares the challenges of adapting Revolut to a local customer base and the big opportunities that lie ahead.
After 30 years in finance, she talks openly about joining as the country’s CEO and what it takes to scale a fast-growing team in a demanding labour market.
In this episode, host Alex Carril and Yoko discuss:
Why joining Revolut was Yoko’s best career decision after 30 years in the industry

Growing a team by 10x in Japan that represents 20+ nationalities

How the team’s diversity shapes how they work

The difficulties that go into hiring in a challenging labour market like Japan

Balancing career aspirations and family life, and how it’s changed over the years

Launching Revolut in Japan in 2020 with only 5 Revoluters

The two main opportunities for Revolut’s next phase in Japan

How to adapt a global platform to break into a local, unique market

Standout experiences that have shaped Yoko’s leadership strategy as a CEO

3 pieces of advice Yoko would give to other teammates as she reflects on her career

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