Surrender to Flow with Marta Palmeiro

🚀 In this episode of Make Space for Growth, I sit down with Marta Palmeiro, co-founder of Student Finance, to explore her journey from investment banking to entrepreneurship, the challenges of funding a high-impact fintech startup, and the role of AI in the future of work.

🎧 Marta’s story is one of resilience, adaptability, and a deep commitment to bridging the skills gap in today’s fast-changing job market. Through Student Finance, she is helping individuals upskill in high-demand fields like AI, engineering, and the green economy—all while ensuring financial accessibility through innovative funding models.

In this episode, we cover:

✅ How Marta transitioned from banking to fintech and impact-driven entrepreneurship

✅ The challenges of building a business with an entirely new business model

✅ How AI is transforming both Student Finance and the broader job market

✅ The importance of flexibility and self-reflection in leadership

✅ Marta’s vision for the future of upskilling and workforce transformation

📖 Marta’s book recommendation: Surrender to Flow by Phyllis Lane

💡 Favorite quote: “If you're offered a seat on a rocket ship, don't ask what seat. Just get on.” – Sheryl Sandberg

🔑 Word of the year: Freedom

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