Seccl, the Octopus-owned custodian and platform technology provider, has powered fintech pioneer GoHenry, with an API-powered Junior Stocks and Shares ISA.

Seccl’s API-first technology allows parents using GoHenry to create a Junior ISA for their child (aged 6 to 15 years old) in less than one minute. They can contribute as little as £1 through automatic monthly contributions, opt for one-off payments or allow friends and family to contribute to a child’s GoHenry Junior ISA using giftlinks.

GoHenry Junior ISA investments are managed by Vanguard and are FSCS protected up to the value of £85,000 (although this does not cover any decrease in value of your investment).

Seccl’s technology also offers parents using GoHenry the option of transferring funds from any existing Junior ISA or Child Trust Fund, enabling them to manage their children’s finances all in one place as part of their GoHenry membership.

Having recently announced its $55 million funding round, GoHenry selected Seccl as its new custodian, technology provider and ISA manager, helping elevate its investment proposition while making it as simple as possible for parents to start investing in their child’s future. The fast-growing firm has more than 2 million global customers, and 92% of parents say their children are more money confident as a result of using GoHenry.

Luke Carr, Chief Commercial Officer at GoHenry, shared: “As the market leaders in kids’ finance and financial education, we needed a partner we could rely on to ensure our Junior ISA met the high standards our customers have come to expect. Seccl went above and beyond to ensure the transition from our previous provider was as smooth as possible, which has been invaluable during a period of rapid growth and expansion for GoHenry.”

Mary Agbesanwa, Fintech Growth Lead at Seccl, comments: “Junior investment propositions are still a largely untapped market and the latest HMRC statistics show interest in these products is rapidly growing. GoHenry’s investments proposition is a great example of how firms can use Seccl’s technology to build hyper-customised investment journeys – in this case empowering parents and children to invest for the future.
“We first met the GoHenry team in April and had fully migrated their existing Junior ISA book from another provider by mid-September – testament to the strong partnership between their team and our technology.”

David Ferguson, CEO at Seccl, added: “Seccl’s and GoHenry’s alignment on the pivotal role that technology can play in building greater financial inclusion is what makes this partnership so successful – to see our technology play a role in helping to build financial success among young people is something I’m enormously proud of.

“This partnership is testament to what single-instance, API-first technology can achieve – allowing GoHenry to implement and migrate to Seccl’s technology with speed and simplicity.”

With its Junior ISA, GoHenry is simplifying and demystifying investment products with a content hub to help educate parents about investments, while making money management for kids, teens and parents an intuitive experience.

Investing in a Junior ISA places your capital at risk. Tax treatment depends on an individual’s circumstances and is subject to change. GoHenry’s Junior ISA investment service is provided by GoHenry Family Finance Limited which is an Appointed Representative of Resolution Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 574048).

Seccl powers GoHenry’s Junior ISA

<h4 id="seccl-features-in-this-year%E2%80%99s-prestigious-list-of-40-trailblazing-fintechs-and-10-outstanding-fintech-influencers%2C-announced-live-at-fintech-week-london">Seccl features in this year’s prestigious list of 40 trailblazing fintechs and 10 outstanding fintech influencers, announced live at Fintech Week London</h4>
Seccl, the Octopus-owned custodian and platform technology provider, was today announced as a member of The Fintech Power 50 – an annual list of the 40 most innovative companies and 10 visionary personalities shaping the financial services industry.

The exclusive annual list acts as a hub for driving change and creativity in the financial services industry, driving innovation and growth.

After more than 1,200 companies were nominated and over 18,000 votes cast, this year’s chosen 50 were revealed live on stage at Fintech Week London, on Monday 11 July 2022.
Announcing the final list, Mark Walker, Co-founder and CEO of The Fintech Power 50, shared

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“The Fintech Power 50 annual list acts as a much-needed reminder of all the great things we are achieving in the world of financial technology, and shines a spotlight on those who are transforming financial services for the better.
“It’s fantastic to be here at Fintech Week London to announce this year’s fabulous 50. Our prestigious guide continues to go from strength to strength with a record number of nominations and votes for fintechs based across the globe.”</blockquote>
Mary Agbesanwa, Fintech Growth Lead at Seccl, added:


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“We’re so proud to be voted a member of this year’s The Fintech Power 50, especially in such esteemed company. We’ve had a fantastic year of growth in terms of our fintech clients using our technology, and this recognition is the icing on the cake. We’re looking forward to being part of such an industry-leading cohort, and alongside so many other incredible, innovative and inspiring fintechs.”
</blockquote>
<h4>The Fintech Power 50 List 2022</h4>
The Fintech Power 50 includes some of the most industry-leading and dynamic professionals in the global financial services industry, including:
<ul>
 	<li>Dr Leda Glyptis, Chief Client Officer, at10x Future Technologies</li>
 	<li>Ron Shevlin, Chief Research Officer at Cornerstone Advisors</li>
 	<li>Ghela Boskovich, a leading expert on banking regulation and innovation</li>
 	<li>Chris Skinner, a renowned independent commentator on the financial markets</li>
</ul>
Trailblazing companies on this year’s list – the movers and shakers who are really making a difference to our industry – also include:
<ul>
 	<li>Trulioo – a leading global identity verification service</li>
 	<li>Weavr – a provider of plug-and-play financial services</li>
 	<li>Moneyhub – a data and payment fintech that provides open finance solutions</li>
 	<li>SmartStream – a leader in financial transaction management solutions</li>
</ul>

Seccl secures place in the Fintech Power 50 List 2022

Named one of Europe’s Top Wealthtech Start-ups to Watch in 2022, GreenGrowth has today launched its hotly anticipated investment app to the public
GreenGrowth Investments, the new sustainable investment platform empowering consumers to invest for a more environmentally-responsible world, has adopted Seccl’s technology to power its soon-to-launch mobile investment application.
By integrating directly with Seccl’s API, GreenGrowth will allow its users to invest in underlying sustainable funds across a range of impactful environmental themes, such as clean energy and water, sustainable agriculture and green transport.
After measuring a user’s carbon footprint, the GreenGrowth platform will facilitate investments into corresponding funds, weighing users’ portfolios more heavily into their highest polluting areas. Its users can also self-select the themes they feel most strongly about, allowing for a fully customisable sustainable investing experience.
Unlike other DIY investment platforms, the GreenGrowth application will show investors the environmental impact of their personal investments. From CO2 emissions saved, to the amount of clean water treated, it’s users will see the environmental benefits of their investments over time.
Mary Agbesanwa, Fintech Growth Lead at Seccl, commented: “It’s truly exciting to be able to support innovative personalised propositions like GreenGrowth. By using our API, GreenGrowth have allowed Seccl to focus on their custody and execution, while they build a unique investment platform for their climate-conscious audience. We've seen this hyper customisation happen in banking, so we are thrilled to power its emergence in wealth too.” 
Backed by VC firm SFC Capital and renowned fintech investors, GreenGrowth is led by an expert team in sustainability, financial technology, and investing - Chris Webb (CEO), Luke Harbord (CTO), and Marc Hendriks (CIO), respectively.
Chris Webb, CEO of GreenGrowth, shared: “Sustainable lifestyle choices have never been more important in the fight against climate change. GreenGrowth’s philosophy, backed by research, is that where you invest your money can actually have a hugely positive impact on the planet. People don't often make that connection.
“Not only is this level of investment personalisation and impact completely unique to GreenGrowth, but it will also play a pivotal role in allowing investors to understand the impact their money is having on the environment, and how it is helping, or hindering, the fight against climate change. The team at Seccl have been instrumental in making this vision a reality – its API-first technology has allowed to focus on building a proposition that’s transparent, data-centric, and impactful.”
David Ferguson, CEO of Seccl, added: “I’m thrilled that Seccl’s technology has played a role in allowing the ambitious team at GreenGrowth to build this unique and rewarding proposition, and in such an accelerated timescale. We’re truly excited to be powering such an innovative and promising firm as it looks to transform the DIY investment market for the better.”
The GreenGrowth mobile app is now available via both <a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/greengrowth/id1597264938">Apple</a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.ionic.greengrowth">Android</a> stores.

GreenGrowth harnesses Seccl’s APIs to power the industry’s first carbon footprint-based investment platform

Seccl is rebuilding the infrastructure of investments and advice.
We provide the technology that allows people to access financial markets – buying and selling investments, and holding them in tax wrappers like ISAs and pensions.
Our software helps financial advisers and investment managers to build stronger, more valuable businesses, by operating their own investment platform. And it allows ambitious fintechs to quickly and cheaply get to market with innovative investment or advice products.
For more information or to get in touch, please email hey@seccl.tech!

Seccl

Seccl is rebuilding the infrastructure of investments and advice.
We provide the technology that allows people to access financial markets – buying and selling investments, and holding them in tax wrappers like ISAs and pensions.
Our software helps financial advisers and investment managers to build stronger, more valuable businesses, by operating their own investment platform. And it allows ambitious fintechs to quickly and cheaply get to market with innovative investment or advice products.
For more information or to get in touch, please email hey@seccl.tech!

Fintech Growth Lead, Seccl

Mary Agbesanwa is passionate about how technology is transforming, democratising the financial services industry, and supporting millennials to achieve their full potential. She has spent 5 years working as a strategy and operations Management Consultant working predominantly with banks and fintechs looking to scale or adapt their business models. Now, she works at Seccl, the home of UK Wealth tech, the technology provider and custodian behind leading fintechs that want to democratise access to investment products. As their Fintech Growth Lead, she is focused on turbocharging growth and expanding their portfolio of fintech clients.
 
Outside of work, she blogs on her Medium blog A Millennial's Diary about careers and personal development for millennials and runs a female millennial self-development and entrepreneurial community called the Now You’re Talking Network which has over 700 members.
 
Mary is also a trustee for Girlguiding, the UK’s largest charity for women and is Lead Learning Facilitator for Imperial College Business School’s Fintech Programme.
 
Her recent accolades include being an MCA Young Consultant of the Year Finalist 2021, Innovate Finance Women in Fintech Powerlist 2020, McKinsey Next Generation Women Leader 2020, and No.1 on EMpower and Yahoo Finance’s Future Leader List 2020.