World-Class Banking and Fintech Experts On Demand
Fractional Talent.
Banksmyth connects financial institutions and companies with top independent banking and fintech specialists for mission-critical projects at 60-80% less than traditional consulting firms.
Banksmyth Helps You Skip the Bloat, and Keep the Brilliance
Our community of hand-picked experts deliver big consulting firm results at values the big shops can't touch, with a matching process that ensures a perfect fit between consultants and projects.
Features
Why Banksmyth?
When your financial institution or fintech wants to develop a new product, manage a sticky regulatory situation, conduct market research, or tackle a strategic initiative, you shouldn't have to choose between limited in-house resources and exorbitant consulting invoices.
Thoroughly Vetted Experts
Every expert undergoes a rigorous verification process including identity verification, professional credential analysis, and experience assessment.
Flexible Engagements
Access specialized talent for short-term projects, ongoing advisory, or specific time blocks — all without the commitment of full-time hires.
Curated Matching
Our team personally matches your project needs with the most qualified experts, ensuring perfect alignment of skills and requirements.
AI-Powered Recommendations
Advanced algorithms analyze your needs and expert profiles to suggest optimal matches, accelerating the discovery process.
Secure Payments
Extended engagements feature time or milestone-based invoicing and escrow payments, protecting both parties throughout the process.
Premium Fintech Talent
Access experts from top financial institutions, successful startups, and leading technology companies with specialized domain knowledge.
Process
How Banksmyth Works
We've been on both sides of the table and know how to structure win-win deals for everyone involved.
Benefits
Shared Success Model
Banksmyth removes traditional barriers between top financial talent and companies seeking expertise, creating value for all participants.
For Companies
Access top-tier financial expertise at 60-80% less than traditional consulting firms. No bloated teams or inflated fees—just precisely matched talent for your specific needs.
- Rigorous consultant vetting for quality assurance
- Industry-specific expertise when you need it
- No unnecessary overhead or junior staff
- Clear deliverables and transparent pricing
- Direct contracts with experts
For Consultants
If you're a fintech / banking pro with demonstrable expertise, join and we'll connect you with quality clients so you can focus on what you do best.
- Strict vetting ensures you work alongside the best
- Access quality clients without constant networking
- Transparent project structure and expectations
- Community of financial services experts
- Direct contracts with clients
Proven Track Record
Our consultants have delivered exceptional results across various financial sectors:
- Led Credit-as-a-Service product and partnership strategy for a well-known co-brand credit issuing bank
- Directed product design and build of a novel card-based annuity rewards program for a significant insurer
- Revised product and channel distribution partnership strategy for a registered card rewards platform
- Co-led early US channel-partner strategy for a UK-based fintech consultancy
- Developed business plan, product, and vendor/channel partnership plans for an SMB banking startup
The Banksmyth Difference
How we compare to traditional consulting options:
About Banksmyth
Co-founded by Doug Bobenhouse and Randy Rivera, Banksmyth exists to help banking and fintech experts match with the bank and financial services clients who need them.
Our team is based in Chicago, and we've worked on projects in the USA and abroad. Banksmyth is the community we've always wished existed and we're looking forward to innovating with you!
Connect with us on LinkedInBecome a Banksmyth!
We love this industry and we're looking for people who feel the same way.
- Access quality clients without constant networking
- Focus on delivering results, not finding your next project
- Join a community of elite financial services experts
- Transparent project structure and expectations
The Future is Fractional.
Have a project in mind? Whether you're seeking expertise or offering it, Banksmyth is here to make sure you make the right connections.