MyEnfuceJourney – Shaping sustainability from the inside out

Welcome back to #MyEnfuceJourney, where we shine a light on the awesome individuals driving Enfuce forward and explore the journeys that brought them here.

At Enfuce, our people are the secret sauce behind our success. They’re not just part of the team—they’re the ones making magic happen, turning Enfuce into a place where passion, progress, and a whole lot of awesomeness come together.

In this episode, we’re excited to speak with Maria Gartz our Compliance Manager here at Enfuce. 

Read on to discover how Maria creates and delivers happiness, while also driving industry-wide change.

Hi Maria, what’s your role at Enfuce—and what’s one surprising thing people might not know about it?

Hi all, I’m a Compliance Manager at Enfuce, working within the Risk and Compliance team. My role spans a variety of projects, including regulatory reporting and collaboration with authorities. I’ve found it rewarding to engage with regulatory matters across both the EU and the UK, gaining valuable insight into the interplay between differing legal frameworks and compliance approaches.

What many might not know is that I also lead our sustainability efforts. This includes spearheading initiatives such as the creation of our annual ESG report and working with a colleague to calculate and analyze our carbon emissions. It’s a part of my work that I’m especially passionate about, as it allows me to contribute to our long-term impact and responsible growth.

What first brought you to Enfuce?

I was looking for a change and new challenges within the compliance field. After spending many years in a corporate environment, I was curious to experience the dynamics of a start-up—especially one where I could make a tangible impact.

Enfuce immediately stood out to me among Finnish start-ups, not only for its innovative approach to fintech but also for its leadership. Having two female Co-CEOs at the helm was both inspiring and a clear signal of the company’s progressive values and inclusive culture. It felt like the right place to grow, contribute, and be part of something truly forward-thinking.

What has been the most memorable moment/achievement during your time here?

One highlight for me was when Enfuce joined the UN Global Compact in 2023, a significant step that marked our deepening commitment to sustainability. We took that commitment even further the following year by participating in the SDG Ambition Accelerator Programme, which helped us align our sustainability goals more closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Another standout has been the company-wide kick-offs we’ve held in Tuusula. These events have been not only incredibly fun and energizing, but also truly memorable, strengthening our team spirit and reinforcing our shared mission.

We know you’re the mastermind behind Enfuce’s fantastic ESG report, can you tell us more about it and what went into making it?

Enfuce had signed the Climate Pledge the year before I joined, marking the beginning of our efforts to calculate and publish our emissions. This initial step sparked my deeper interest in the broader scope of ESG activities within the company.

I soon discovered that Enfuce was engaged in a wide range of impactful initiatives, promoting inclusion and diversity, supporting students through educational programs, sharing insights on leadership and entrepreneurship, and contributing to the fight against money laundering.

However, I also noticed that many of these meaningful efforts were not being widely communicated to clients, prospective partners, or even internally to employees.

Looking ahead, what are you excited about in the future?

I’m genuinely excited to see how the company continues to evolve—growing stronger, more innovative, and more impactful with each step. Every new client we welcome is not just a milestone, but a meaningful opportunity to deliver value and build lasting partnerships. It’s inspiring to be part of a journey that’s constantly moving forward.

And that’s a wrap! Today, we shared another inspiring journey of someone’s path to Enfuce. Eager to learn more about how Enfucers navigate the ever-shifting landscape of the payments industry together? Then check out the other Enfucer stories and how they embrace change and innovation in payments.