“Wow, what an inspirational event! I was hanging on to Nigel’s every word” — that was the overwhelming response from attendees at last month’s Fireside Chat with Nigel Morris, Co-founder and Managing Partner at QED Investors. The event was expertly hosted by our Chair, Sarah Williams-Gardener, and brought together voices from across the Welsh fintech ecosystem for an evening of insight, reflection, and ambition.

Nigel shared a powerful mix of clarity, candour and warmth. His reflections on founding and scaling fintechs, combined with vivid stories from his own professional journey, offered attendees both inspiration and practical advice. His emphasis on curiosity, resilience, and bold thinking resonated deeply with all in the room.

Events like this don’t just bring people together — they help shift momentum. The energy in the room was a testament to the strength and potential of our fintech community here in Wales.

We extend our sincere thanks to Nigel and the entire QED Investors team for their generosity and for taking the time to join us, especially following a packed schedule at the Welsh Government’s Investment Summit.

A huge thank you also goes to Cardiff City Football Club and the Football Association of Wales for hosting us in such a fitting venue — a place where Welsh ambition and determination naturally thrive.

And finally, to every attendee who made it through the sideways rain to be with us: diolch. Your support and commitment continue to drive fintech forward in Wales.

View the full photo gallery from the evening here.