On this podcast episode, we sit down with John Januszczak, the former President and Chief Executive Officer of UBX Philippines, the fintech arm of UnionBank. John has been at the forefront of digital transformation in the Philippines, leading UBX from its inception in 2018 to becoming one of the country’s premier open finance and technology companies. Under his leadership, UBX built platforms that empowered small businesses, expanded digital lending and payments, and championed financial inclusion across communities. Today, we’ll explore his journey, his vision for open finance, and the legacy he leaves behind as he transitions to new chapters beyond UBX. Join us as we uncover the story of a leader who reimagined finance for the digital age.

LinkedIn: John Januszczak

Twitter / X: @johnjanuszczak

Website: https://januszczak.org

Advisor to the Board: 1882 Energy Ventures

Board of Director: Voltai and Solviva Energy

Welcome to today’s episode. Our guest is Jim Love—an extraordinary figure whose career spans technology, music, writing, and podcasting. From his early days as a Juno-nominated musician to his leadership as a seasoned technology executive, Jim has always embraced reinvention. He’s also an author of novels that blend science and imagination, and the host of podcasts that have reached millions of listeners worldwide. Today, we’ll explore how creativity and technology intersect in his journey, and what lessons we can all take from a life lived across so many disciplines.

Jim shared his remarkable experiences as a musician, technologist, author, and storyteller. His journey reminds us that careers don’t have to be linear, and passions don’t have to be left behind. Whether through a guitar, a boardroom, or a podcast mic, Jim shows us that curiosity and creativity can fuel reinvention at any stage of life.

LinkedIn: Jim Love, FCMC

Twitter / X: @therealjimlove

Youtube: Cybersecurity Today with Jim Love

Corporate Website: https://www.technewsday.com

In today’s hyperconnected world, cybersecurity isn’t just about protecting data—it’s about safeguarding trust, privacy, and the very fabric of our digital lives. Every click, every transaction, every message leaves a footprint, and malicious actors are constantly evolving to exploit vulnerabilities. This particular episode will cut through the noise to reveal why cybersecurity is no longer optional—it’s essential. We’ll explore real-world breaches, the human stories behind them, and practical steps individuals and organizations can take to stay ahead of threats. Listeners will walk away not only informed but empowered, with a deeper understanding of how to protect themselves and their communities in the digital age.

In view of these, we've invited Robert Siciliano, best selling author, cybersecurity expert based from Boston, USA as well as the Chief Executive Officer of Safr.me and Co-Founder at Protect Now LLC. Moreover, he is also the architect of the CSI Protection certification and specializes in transforming employees into a Strategic Human Firewall™ by overcoming the Human Blindspot.

Robert is committed to empowering people to protect themselves and their loved ones from violence and crime in both their physical and virtual interactions as he explains to us the critical importance of cybersecurity to our digital economy.

LinkedIn: Robert Siciliano

Corporate Website: https://safr.me

Email: robert@robertsiciliano.com