Future Trends, Financial Innovation & Data Storytelling | DisrupTV Ep. 24
In DisrupTV Episode 24, hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar talk with:
- Anne Lise Kjaer, futurist and author
- David Barrett, CEO of Expensify
- Suki Fuller, analytical storyteller & strategic intelligence advisor
Together, they dive into how trends shape tomorrow’s business landscape, how financial-technology innovation is redefining workflows, and how narrative and data intersect to influence decisions.
Key Takeaways
Trend Intelligence Shapes Strategic Foresight
Anne Lise Kjaer emphasizes that leaders need to read signals and weak patterns—not just obvious trends—in order to stay ahead of disruption.
Fintech & Expense Management Reimagined
David Barrett shares how Expensify is transforming expense workflows by automating, simplifying, and integrating systems so finance becomes less friction and more insight.
Data + Narrative = Influence
Suki Fuller advocates that raw data gains meaning when narrated — skilled storytellers turn numbers into compelling strategic insights and foresight.
Bridging Futures & Present Execution
The guests agree: speculation or forecasting loses value unless tied to tangible strategy, feedback loops, and execution discipline.
Designing for Human Experience in Tech
Underlying many points is a focus on human-centered design: whether in fintech, dashboards, or trend reports, the lens should be how real people experience systems and insights.
Final Thoughts
This episode surfaces a critical insight: the future doesn’t just arrive — it’s built through a combination of trend intelligence, operational innovation, and narrative clarity.
Anne Lise Kjaer’s foresight pulls our gaze forward; David Barrett’s fintech ingenuity grounds us in what’s possible today; and Suki Fuller’s storytelling gracefully spans the gap between data and meaning.
In times of flux, organizations that read signals early, build workflows not friction, and craft informed narratives will have the strongest footing. Trends become strategy only when paired with disciplined execution and the courage to act.
Related Episodes to Explore
- Ep. 25 – “Scaling SaaS, Messaging & Digital Influence” — platform, growth, and narrative in technology
- Ep. 27 – “Employee Experience, Customer Amazement & Conversational Business” — how experience and automation coalesce
