{"id":13896,"date":"2025-04-23T12:18:33","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T15:18:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.n5now.com\/?p=13896"},"modified":"2025-04-22T17:09:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T20:09:05","slug":"fintalks-powered-by-n5-entrevista-con-maria-laura-palacios-ceo-de-gl-group","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.n5now.com\/en\/fintalks-powered-by-n5-entrevista-con-maria-laura-palacios-ceo-de-gl-group\/","title":{"rendered":"FinTalks powered by N5: FinTalks powered by N5: Interview with Mar\u00eda Laura Palacios, CEO of G&amp;L Group\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover valuable insights for those who want to grow, transform, and make an impact.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the largest financial innovation congress in Latin America, held in Miami, N5 \u2014 in collaboration with Fintech Americas \u2014 produced an exclusive episode of the FinTalks podcast. The goal: to explore the ideas, trends, and people transforming the global financial future.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this episode, we welcome Mar\u00eda Laura Palacios, CEO of G&amp;L Group, for an inspiring conversation about innovation, organizational culture, and the challenges of leading in the age of digital transformation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With over 30 years of experience in the financial sector, Mar\u00eda Laura shares key lessons that have helped keep her company relevant in a rapidly evolving industry. Topics include curiosity as a driver of innovation, building strategic partnerships, smart adoption of technologies like AI, and the essential role of attitude in high-performance teams.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch the full interview now:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"youtube-embed\" data-video_id=\"zWvjL1vnQ5Y\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FinTalks Powered by N5. Hoy, Maria Laura Palacios, CEO de G&amp;L\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zWvjL1vnQ5Y?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Topics and insights from the episode:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. G&amp;L\u2019s journey and secret to longevity<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>G&amp;L Group has been in the financial technology market for 30 years. Mar\u00eda Laura attributes this longevity to the company\u2019s &#8220;constant curiosity&#8221; \u2014 a culture of never getting comfortable, even with a strong market position. This ongoing reinvention is key to remaining relevant in a fast-evolving industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Transformation and legacy systems in banking<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Originally focused on legacy banking systems, G&amp;L faced the challenge of retiring specialists. They responded by creating programs to train a new generation in these systems, while also equipping them with digital skills. Anticipating change is central to their strategy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Strategic partnership with N5<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The partnership with N5 brings together a robust product and a skilled implementation team. Both companies share a client-centric DNA marked by empathy, commitment, and deep involvement in delivery.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Success case: multi-country payments platform<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>A highlight was the joint development of a payment platform operating in seven countries. The project required coordination across geographies, technical integration, and alignment with local regulations \u2014 a powerful example of learning through innovation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Adoption of new technologies and AI<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>G&amp;L has had a dedicated R&amp;D unit since 2011, now focused on data and machine learning. Their approach centers on testing, failing fast, and adapting. AI is seen as a key operational complement that boosts efficiency and enables strategic focus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Team building and organizational culture<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>G&amp;L promotes collaboration, even across different companies working on the same project. New team members are onboarded with a mindset of shared purpose and extended teamwork \u2014 critical for large-scale implementations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Organizational structure and talent<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Mar\u00eda Laura believes in flexible structures aligned with present-day goals. The key hiring trait is <strong>attitude<\/strong>: proactivity, learning mindset, and comfort with change. Skills can be taught \u2014 mindset makes the difference.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Future and trends in Latin America<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>She sees a coming wave of service consolidation following fintech expansion. Integration and collaboration among specialized solutions will be vital. AI will be a key driver of operational efficiency and competitive edge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9. Career advice for experienced professionals<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her final advice: don\u2019t let fear hold you back. Focus on what you already have and build from there. 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