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Christer Holloman
February 3, 2026
I’ve been writing about financial services and technology since 2012, first for Sky News and later as the author of five books published by Wiley and Pearson
Articles
October, 2024
The Future Of Sustainable Finance – Opportunities And Challenges
Books
Drawing on my years of experience as a senior executive and founder, as well as years of monitoring and writing about the latest trends in the digital economy, I’m frequently invited as a keynote speaker.
Topics
How Gen AI Will Change Your Industry
Automating complex processes to unlock new levels of innovation and efficiency. Attendees will gain insights into real-world applications, challenges, and the future potential of AI-driven advancements in your industry.
The Newest Technology Trends
Discover how emerging technology trends—from blockchain to quantum computing—are transforming your sector. Your guests will gain insights into how these innovations unlock new opportunities, disrupt traditional business models, and reshape your competitive landscape.
Bespoke
There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach.
Hire
I work with tech companies, primarily in B2B, SaaS, and financial services, providing the founders and the board with long-term support. I help them navigate their most critical challenges at every stage of growth, from go-to-market to exit.
Advisor
NED at Wrisk
Investor
Exits
Ember acquired by Starling Bank
Bonnet acquired by OVO
Ophelos acquired by Intrum
Progression acquired by Careerminds
Howsy acquired by Dexters
Work
Co-Founder & CEO
2023 – Present
Credential
Entrepreneur in Residence
2022 – 2023
HSBC
Co-Founder & CEO
2014 – 2022
Divido (Part of NatWest since 2024)
- Partnered with 30 FI’s like Mastercard and clients like BMW
- Scaled to 10 countries, achieved 1250% YoY growth
- Originated $1.4bn in loans across 2.5m customers
Senior Business Development Manager
2012 – 2014
Glassdoor (Part of Indeed.com since 2018)
Head of Digital Product Development
2011 – 2012
The Times & The Sunday Times
Head of Commercial Product Development
2010 – 2010
Daily Mail and General Trust
Partnerships Manager EMEA
2007 – 2009
CareerBuilder
Awards
Winner Techstars
2024
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Top 10 Fastest Growing Fintech in Europe
2021
Financial Times
Winner UK Fast 50
2021
Deloitte
Award for Contributions to Innovation
2020
Queen Elizabeth II
Education
MBA
2014 – 2015
University of Oxford, UK
BSc Business Administration
2001 – 2004
University of Umea, Sweden
CBRN Warfare Specialist
2000 – 2001
Swedish Armed Forces, Sweden