US-based fintech firm FIS partnered with Fulham Football Club, the English football club, to create an innovation hub. The newly launched “Markers, presented by the FIS” center at Fulham Pier, aims to combine technology, community, and business innovation. The center also seeks to attract business leaders.
Innovation and Collaboration
Fulham Pier, part of Fulham FC’s riverside redevelopment, features events, panel discussions, and innovation workshops. According to the official announcement, the partnership also targets FIS' ongoing FinTech Accelerator Program, with Fulham Pier serving as the fintech incubator in the EMEA region.
Speaking about the deal, Alistair Mackintosh, the CEO of Fulham, said: “The partnership with FIS with its Markers, presented by FIS suite, is another important facet for our business community. The Markers, presented by FIS suite, will serve as a cutting-edge technology incubator, fostering a culture of innovation that is expected to make Fulham Pier one of the most coveted destinations in West London.”
“This initiative underscores the significant role that fintech sandboxes play in driving technological advancement and community engagement, positioning Fulham Pier as a beacon of forward-thinking development,” he continued.
The Markers, presented by the FIS' suite, will reportedly host a range of events and activities, including FIS’ signature InnovateIN48 competition, to promote fintech development. According to the two entities, this collaboration combines technology, sports, and community engagement to benefit the wider financial ecosystem.
FIS Commitment to Community
The center will also be available to business leaders across London, offering a space to collaborate and exchange ideas. With its riverside setting, it hopes to create a dynamic business environment with easy access to cultural and recreational amenities. Additionally, the fintech giant has pledged a £25,000 donation to the Fulham FC Foundation.
This donation aims to equip over 100 local youths with qualifications that will help them access better employment, training, and education opportunities. Meanwhile, in May, FIS launched a fintech platform to enable financial institutions, businesses, and software developers to integrate financial services into their products and processes.
According to Finance Magnates’ report, the new platform, dubbed Atelio, gives users access to various financial services, including deposit collection, fund transfers, card issuance, invoicing, fraud prevention, cash flow forecasting, and customer behavior analysis.
