David Barton Grimley
About David Barton Grimley
David Barton Grimley serves as the Global Strategy Director for Fintech Strategy at 11:FS, where he specializes in helping financial institutions and retailers leverage opportunities in Embedded Finance and Open Data. He has held various leadership roles in companies across Malaysia and the United Kingdom, contributing to product innovation and strategy in the fintech sector.
Current Role at 11:FS
David Barton Grimley serves as the Global Strategy Director for Fintech Strategy at 11:FS since 2022. In this role, he focuses on helping banks, spin-outs, retailers, and software houses to develop propositions and launch products that leverage opportunities in Embedded Finance, Banking as a Service (BaaS), and Open Data. His responsibilities include leading research and analysis into the embedded finance and insurance ecosystem, ensuring that his clients remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
Previous Experience in Fintech and Consulting
Grimley has extensive experience in the fintech and consulting sectors. He worked at EY-Seren as a Managing Consultant and Senior Manager from 2018 to 2020 in London. Prior to that, he held the position of Senior Account Director at Publicis.Sapient from 2015 to 2018. His earlier roles include Programme Director at The Engine Group and Managing Director at Edge Asia. His diverse background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the fintech landscape.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
David Barton Grimley co-founded MyDeal Malaysia in 2010, where he contributed to the establishment of the company in Kuala Lumpur. He also served as Managing Partner at Antics Studios from 2007 to 2013 and at Antics Media from 2010 to 2012. These roles highlight his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to drive business growth in competitive markets.
Educational Background
Grimley has a diverse educational background. He studied Ancient History at the University of Birmingham, although this program was only partially completed. He also attended Hereford Cathedral School for one year. In 2017, he completed the altMBA program, which further enhanced his leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Public Speaking and Thought Leadership
Grimley is an active speaker and writer on topics related to technology and culture. He hosts a podcast series with Visa on Fintech Insider, where he discusses various aspects of fintech and its impact on society. His contributions to the field through public speaking and writing demonstrate his commitment to sharing knowledge and insights within the industry.