A Personal Note to Close 2024 + Looking for FinTech Running Club Organizers

A Personal Note to Close 2024 + Looking for FinTech Running Club Organizers
A Personal Note to Close 2024 + Looking for FinTech Running Club Organizers

Hey FinTech Fanatic,

This will be our final newsletter of 2024—thank you for being an active part of this community! We’ll be back with fresh FinTech updates & reports on Monday, January 6th.

Today, instead of news, I want to share something personal that might resonate with you.

While you may know me as a FinTech Fanatic, that’s not my only passion. I’m also a huge sports fan (❤️Ajax and cycling) and, when I’m not watching, I love getting active myself. I’ve run marathons and spent countless hours on my bike. But, over the past few years, I’ve let my fitness goals slip a bit—sound familiar?

Now, it’s time to get back on track!

To kick things off, I’ve set up my indoor bike (Zwift-ready!) both in Amsterdam and Curaçao, ensuring I have no excuses to skip a session, even in winter. Beyond that, I’ve got big goals for the next few years, and I’d love for you to join me on this journey.

But here’s the real twist: why not combine FinTech networking with a slightly more active lifestyle? Sure, we’ve got plenty of FinTech meetups over drinks, but what about connecting over a run or a ride? Let’s fill that gap together. It’s time to step away from our desks and get moving 😉

Join the Movement

If you’re interested in some indoor cycling together this winter, sign up ! I’ll send you an invite to join me for a ride soon.

Speaking of running, I’m thrilled to share that our FinTech Running Club is launching global runs in just a few weeks. Check out the list of cities and see if we’re coming to a location near you: www.fintechrunningclub.com

If your city isn’t on the list yet, why not help me make it happen? We’re looking for co-hosts in these cities to ensure the runs are a huge success:  

  • New York, US
  • San Francisco, US
  • Los Angeles, US
  • Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Mexico City, Mexico
  • Bogotá, Colombia
  • Sydney, Australia
  • Melbourne, Australia
  • Berlin, Germany
  • Munich, Germany
  • Paris, France
  • Dubai, UAE
  • Taipei, Taiwan
  • Stockholm, Sweden
  • Capetown, SA
  • Durban, SA
  • Singapore
  • Bangkok, Thailand
  • Tokyo, Japan
  • Madrid, Spain
  • Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Santiago, Chile

Want to co-host? Apply HERE to organize a local run with me! Let’s build a community that inspires FinTech professionals to prioritize health and connection.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season. I can’t wait to lace up my shoes and hit the road with you in 2025.

Let’s make it our best year yet!

Cheers,

Marcel

P.S. Do you have an idea for an event or want to get involved? Don’t hesitate to reach out.