Who We Are
DecAid Consulting helps Canadian credit unions and fintechs navigate the next decade of change with clarity and confidence. We bring deep sector insight and a fresh, collaborative approach to digital transformation, modern payment strategies, and evolving member needs. From empowering credit unions to deliver faster, data-rich payment experiences to guiding fintechs in partnering effectively with the credit union system, we enable our clients to stay relevant, competitive, and ready for the future.d professionals with diverse backgrounds. We work together to provide our clients with tailored solutions that meet their unique needs. Meet our team and learn more about our individual areas of expertise.
Building the Future of Financial Cooperation—Together
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
DecAid Consulting brings decades of experience across financial services, payments, technology, and credit union transformation. Our team combines deep global expertise in digital banking, payments modernization, AI, Banking-as-a-Service, and open banking with proven leadership in digital platforms, core banking modernization, and fintech
DecAid Consulting brings decades of experience across financial services, payments, technology, and credit union transformation. Our team combines deep global expertise in digital banking, payments modernization, AI, Banking-as-a-Service, and open banking with proven leadership in digital platforms, core banking modernization, and fintech partnerships. With backgrounds spanning financial institutions, fintechs, payment networks, and major technology providers, we understand the full value chain and the real-world challenges credit unions face. We deliver practical, future-focused strategies that modernize payments, strengthen digital experiences, and support sustainable growth.
Our Team
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
We’re a hands-on, approachable team of financial services and technology specialists who genuinely love working with credit unions and fintechs. Enthusiastic and curious by nature, we bring deep expertise without the formality or distance of a traditional consulting firm. Our principals engage directly with our clients, never delegating t
We’re a hands-on, approachable team of financial services and technology specialists who genuinely love working with credit unions and fintechs. Enthusiastic and curious by nature, we bring deep expertise without the formality or distance of a traditional consulting firm. Our principals engage directly with our clients, never delegating to junior intermediaries, ensuring seasoned insight at every step. We translate complex industry issues into practical, accessible guidance that resonates across all levels of an organization, making it easier for teams to understand, collaborate, and move forward with confidence. Our goal is to make the journey not just strategic and valuable, but enjoyable too.
Our Approach
Our Expertise
Our Approach
We tailor our work to meet clients exactly where they are—whether that means leading a multi-month strategic engagement or jumping in to facilitate a focused workshop series. For long-term initiatives, we bring structured analysis, collaborative exploration, and clear, actionable deliverables that help shape the organization’s future dire
We tailor our work to meet clients exactly where they are—whether that means leading a multi-month strategic engagement or jumping in to facilitate a focused workshop series. For long-term initiatives, we bring structured analysis, collaborative exploration, and clear, actionable deliverables that help shape the organization’s future direction. For targeted challenges or opportunities, we design and lead practical, high-impact workshops that bring teams together, build shared understanding, and generate solutions quickly. In every case, our approach is flexible, transparent, and grounded in real-world experience—ensuring the work is meaningful, manageable, and aligned with your organization’s goals.
Meet Our Team
Buffy Duke
Buffy Duke brings an insightful approach cultivated over 35+ years of experience across 5 continents, spanning large corporations, regulated financial institutions, and nimble startups. She drives key initiatives in areas including mobile wallets, digital banking, AI, embedded finance, payments modernization, and open banking. Buffy's significant contributions have been recognized with the Thought Leadership award from Women In Payments, Canada, and by The Financial Technology Report, which named her one of the Top 25 Women Leaders in Financial Technology of Asia.
Iain Scott
Iain Scott brings a 25+ year track record of leadership in financial services, technology sales, and business transformation. His career includes senior roles at IBM, Microsoft, and Central 1 Credit Union, with direct experience leading digital platform strategy, core banking systems, and fintech partnerships. Iain has built and managed national sales teams, led multi-million-dollar transformation initiatives, and driven complex enterprise sales across credit unions and financial institutions in Canada. He leads client engagements and strategic planning initiatives.