NXTUS sets the slate for next fintech pilot contest
NXTUS Inc. in Wichita has announced eight finalists for its 2022 financial technology startup competition.
By Daniel McCoy - Reporter
July 28, 2022, 10:05am CDT
Local entrepreneurial organization NXTUS Inc. has whittled a field of nearly 100 applicants to eight finalists for its next financial technology pilot competition.
The organization’s NXTSTAGE arm will hold an innovation showcase featuring the finalists on Sept. 14 at Distillery 244 in Old Town.
But similar to its previous pilot contests, work is already under way to connect the startup contestants with potential local customers.
“Innovation is driving the banking industry, and it’s invigorating to see Wichita play a key role through NXTSTAGE,” Matt Michaelis, CEO of Emprise Bank, said in a press release. “We are thankful eight promising fintechs are finalists this year and we look forward to engaging with them. Collaboration with startups like this is critical to Emprise’s efforts to continually empower our customers by delivering more personalized and relevant experiences.”