Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained: Rewiring the DNA in Banking

Alex Manson

Mar 2025 · Emerald Group Publishing

About this ebook

Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained: Rewiring the DNA in Banking offers a behind-the-scenes look at how SC Ventures, Standard Chartered Banks, Standard Chartered Bank’s innovation, fintech, investment and ventures arm, embraced disruption to thrive in an era of rapid change. In today’s evolving financial landscape, business leaders know that innovation is key to sustainability, yet many hesitate to embrace the full scope of transformation. Written by the CEO, Alex Manson, and thought leaders within the bank, Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained reveals how SC Ventures overcame this challenge by fostering innovation, investing in disruptive financial technology, and exploring alternative business models. This candid account showcases the rise of SC Ventures, a leader in the fintech and venture capital industries. Essential reading for anyone interested in the future of banking and the forces reshaping the industry

About the author

Alex Manson is the Founder and CEO of Standard Chartered Ventures (SC Ventures), the innovation, fintech investment, and venture-building arm of Standard Chartered Bank. With a career spanning over two decades in global finance, Alex has been a driving force in transforming the traditional banking landscape through innovative solutions and disruptive technologies.

Before leading SC Ventures, Alex held various senior leadership roles at Standard Chartered, including Global Head of Transaction Banking, where he played a pivotal role in overseeing cash management, trade finance, and securities services for the bank's global clients. His deep expertise in corporate finance, strategy, and financial technology has positioned him as a visionary leader in modern banking.

Under his leadership, SC Ventures has become a leading incubator for fintech, investing in cutting-edge startups and developing new business models to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry.