In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Mia Drennan, founder of Global Loan Agency Services (GLAS), to explore her remarkable entrepreneurial journey—from launching a business with just £6,000 to building a global company with over 400 employees managing $500 billion in assets.

Mia shares what it takes to succeed as a female founder in a male-dominated fintech space, the evolution of loan agency services, and how innovation and digital transformation are driving the next chapter for GLAS. She reflects on the importance of resilience, building a strong network, and advocating for diversity in the investment community.

The conversation is packed with insights on scaling a niche financial services firm, the power of a digital mindset, and the role of leadership in shaping inclusive and high-performing cultures.

Topics Covered:

• Adopting a dog from Antigua

• Starting GLAS with £6,000 and scaling to £100M+ turnover

• The importance of innovation in loan agency services

• Why only 12% of fintech founders are women—and what needs to change

• How GLAS grew to 400+ employees across 10 countries

• Embracing a digital mindset to lead transformation

• Lessons in risk-taking, resilience, and fearless leadership

• Diversity as a growth driver in finance

• Building a support network for female founders

• What’s next for GLAS: global growth and digital acceleration

Tune in to hear Mia's inspiring story and her vision for the future of fintech.

Learn More:

Tony Clark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tclark100/

The London Fintech Podcast: https://londonfintechpodcast.com

Mia Drennan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miadrennan/

GLAS: https://glas.agency/

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