MWAA 2026 Ep 14: Lori Pagnozzi | Eliminating Crypto Risk & Expanding Digital Wallets
The Paycast NetworkShow Notes
In this episode of our Paycast Network series live from Chicago, Lori Pagnozzi from Bead joins us to discuss how Bead is modernizing payment processing by unlocking 7 alternative payment tenders through a single integration. Lori breaks down how Bead eliminates crypto volatility and chargeback risk for merchants, settling transactions directly into US dollars next-day. She details the revenue opportunities for ISOs and sales agents, explains why 89% of Gen Z and Millennials prefer digital wallets over physical cards, and shares the fascinating backstory of how she and her team originally co-founded Dejavoo. Plus, stick around for a fun round of Chicago history trivia. In this episode, we cover: How Bead simplifies 7 alternative payment methods through one integration (Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, Klarna, Alipay, WeChat Pay, and Crypto).
Eliminating crypto volatility and chargeback risk with next-day USD settlement.
Revenue models, schedule pricing, and markup opportunities for ISOs and sales agents.
Seamless integration into Dejavoo terminals and terminal gateways.
The shift toward digital wallets among Gen Z and Millennial consumers.
Bonus history: Lori Pagnozzi on co-founding Dejavoo and how the company got its name.
Chicago history trivia on reversing the flow of the Chicago River.
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