Finance & Banking

Experienced individuals involved in financial services, including banking, investment, insurance, and real estate

Brodie Macdonald

Brodie Macdonald

I've built my career around helping companies make great strategic choices and then working to translate them into tangible action.
In my role at ASB I work in Corporate Strategy and Customer Experience, leading our Operating Model Transformation; we're evolving our way of working to include lean, agile and human centered design to create better customer experiences.

I've built my career around helping companies make great strategic choices and then working to translate them into tangible action. In my role at ASB I work in Corporate Strategy and Customer Experience, leading our Operating Model Transformation; ... Show more

Roman Ivanov

Roman Ivanov

Java developer with 5+ years of experience
Oracle Certified Professional Java SE 11 Developer
Work in the largest bank in Russia. Develop Serverless solutions for the bank's cloud.
Telegram @romanivanov
Email: roivanoff@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/roman-ivanov-dev/
Medium blog: https://roivanoff.medium.com/

Java developer with 5+ years of experience Oracle Certified Professional Java SE 11 Developer Work in the largest bank in Russia. Develop Serverless solutions for the bank's cloud. Telegram @romanivanov Email: roivanoff@gmail.com linkedin.com/i... Show more

Morgan Newman

Morgan Newman

Morgan Newman is a Director of Investments at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. in the NYC Chrysler East office. Her passion for finance originates with her study experience abroad, in the rural area of Amacambini in South Africa. After studying grassroots economic development, Morgan became an advocate for impact investing, translating her studies into everyday life. After a few years of working for USAID contractors in Washington DC, Morgan followed her passion to New York City and joined her mother’s practice in 2012. Since then, Morgan’s goal has been to revolutionize the way financial advising is perceived by the Millennial generation.

In addition to investment management, Morgan runs the Women and Wealth at Work program for the Newman Group – a turnkey program designed to spread their message of women’s empowerment through financial education. To date, Morgan and Cindy have presented to Fortune 500 companies, networking organizations and trade associations – reaching thousands of women at various points in their personal and professional lives.

Her passion for empowerment through education goes beyond her work as a financial advisor. She remains an active member of the Chi Omega Sorority and currently serves as an advisor to the chapter at her alma mater, Bucknell University. She served as President of the NYC Chi Omega Alumnae Chapter for three years and only left that role to create a new nonprofit organization, Chi Omega IGNITE, which creates lasting programs for high school girls in NYC to recognize and vocalize their unique strengths. She has also been an active volunteer for ORT America, a global education and vocational training organization; having recently served as Chair of the Young Professionals Committee, and as a member of both the Board of Directors and the Women’s American ORT Foundation.

Morgan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with minors in Mathematics and International Politics from Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA and her Certificate of Financial Planning from NYU. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband.

Morgan Newman is a Director of Investments at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. in the NYC Chrysler East office. Her passion for finance originates with her study experience abroad, in the rural area of Amacambini in South Africa. After studying grassroots econ... Show more

Raksha Vashishta

Raksha Vashishta

Raksha S. Vashishta is a well renowned Fintech Product Leader and prominent WomenInTech speaker based in United States . With over 6+ years of experience across transportation, retail, and smart mobility sectors, she specializes in payment automation and financial technology innovation. At Verra Mobility, Raksha led groundbreaking projects including an in-house payment automation solution processing over million monthly in invoice volume and a transformative ERP implementation. Her previous role as a Payment Processing Specialist has showcased her ability to streamline financial workflows, reducing processing time by 40%. As a recognized voice at global WomenInTech conferences, Raksha advocates for technology-driven financial innovation while sharing insights on payment solutions, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration in the evolving AI-powered payments landscape.

Raksha S. Vashishta is a well renowned Fintech Product Leader and prominent WomenInTech speaker based in United States . With over 6+ years of experience across transportation, retail, and smart mobility sectors, she specializes in payment automatio... Show more

Luba Orlovsky

Luba Orlovsky

Luba Orlovsky is the Principal Researcher at Earnix, a global provider of intelligent, composable, SaaS solutions for insurers and banks. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering and a Master of Science in Operations Research from the Israel Institute of Technology. During her career she’s held different analytics related roles in several companies, from algorithm developer and market analyst to head of analytics in the customer experience department and Principal Researcher today in Earnix.

Luba Orlovsky is the Principal Researcher at Earnix, a global provider of intelligent, composable, SaaS solutions for insurers and banks. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering and a Master of Science in Operations Research... Show more

Amarachi Amaechi

Amarachi Amaechi

Amarachi Amaechi is a trailblazing entrepreneur and thought leader revolutionizing the digital finance landscape. As the co-founder and COO of Bitpowr Technologies Inc., she has steered the company to process over half a billion dollars in total transaction volume, cementing its position as a powerhouse in the fintech sector.

A globally recognized speaker, Amarachi has captivated audiences at prestigious events including the London Blockchain Conference, Tech Summit San Francisco, and GITEX. Her insights on the convergence of fintech, Web3, and AI continue to shape industry dialogues and drive innovation.

Passionate about fostering diversity and inclusion in tech, Amarachi dedicates her time to mentoring aspiring women technologists through programs like Google Women Techmakers and Women Tech Network. Her commitment to nurturing talent extends to her involvement with esteemed organizations such as 500 Global and Draper University as an alumna.

Amarachi's exceptional contributions to the tech world have earned her numerous accolades, including recognition among the "100 Technologists to Watch in 2024". Her unique blend of operational excellence, technological expertise, and visionary leadership continues to inspire and drive positive change in the global tech ecosystem

Amarachi Amaechi is a trailblazing entrepreneur and thought leader revolutionizing the digital finance landscape. As the co-founder and COO of Bitpowr Technologies Inc., she has steered the company to process over half a billion dollars in total tran... Show more

Dathan Scott

Dathan Scott

Helping you master money, mindset, and motivation for a fulfilled life. Say it. Trust it. Do it.

Helping you master money, mindset, and motivation for a fulfilled life. Say it. Trust it. Do it. Show more

Elmar Klausmeier

Elmar Klausmeier

Born 1964, diploma in mathematics, 5 years at Westdeutsche Landesbank, since more than 25 years with Sopra Steria Consulting, working mainly in banks

Born 1964, diploma in mathematics, 5 years at Westdeutsche Landesbank, since more than 25 years with Sopra Steria Consulting, working mainly in banks Show more

Durga Rajesh Duvvi

Durga Rajesh Duvvi

Fintech & Digital Banking Product Leader | AI-Driven Innovation | Growth Strategist

I am a product management leader with a proven track record in fintech and digital banking, specializing in AI-driven financial products, investment platforms, and credit solutions. I have led transformative product innovations at KiwiBank, Niyo, Wells Fargo, Razorpay, and NTT Data, driving user growth, financial accessibility, and digital transformation.

With expertise spanning lending, payments, wealth management, and AI-powered fintech solutions, I focus on product-led growth, customer-centric innovation, and regulatory compliance. Passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology, automation, and data-driven insights, I strive to build scalable, impactful financial products that shape the future of banking.

Fintech & Digital Banking Product Leader | AI-Driven Innovation | Growth Strategist I am a product management leader with a proven track record in fintech and digital banking, specializing in AI-driven financial products, investment platforms, and... Show more

Ravikant Sharma

Ravikant Sharma

As the Head of Information Technology in the United Kingdom, my career is dedicated to guiding professionals and organizations through the dynamic world of digital transformation, cybersecurity, and fintech innovations. With a wealth of experience in IT leadership and banking technology, I strive to simplify complex tech topics and share industry best practices to foster understanding and accessibility. Through insightful talks and knowledge-sharing sessions, I aim to provide strategic insights that inspire and educate individuals to harness technology for business growth and innovation.

My focus is on engaging audiences by demystifying the evolving digital landscape and highlighting the importance of operational resilience in today's fast-paced environment. By empowering professionals to embrace these technological changes, I hope to drive a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability within organizations. My mission is to not only inform but also inspire actionable change, equipping individuals and businesses with the tools they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

As the Head of Information Technology in the United Kingdom, my career is dedicated to guiding professionals and organizations through the dynamic world of digital transformation, cybersecurity, and fintech innovations. With a wealth of experience in... Show more

Santosh Kamala

Santosh Kamala

Santosh is a qualified CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) from India with having 13.5Yrs+ of Exp as Functional Consultant in multiple banking and finance industry. He is a MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer) with proficiency in Data Analytic, reporting and Dashboard design. He is a global corporate trainer on MS-Excel (Advance Data Analytic) and Power BI (Power Query and DAX). He trained more than 2000 professionals on data analytic in banking and finance domain with Microsoft Excel and Power BI.

Santosh is a qualified CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) from India with having 13.5Yrs+ of Exp as Functional Consultant in multiple banking and finance industry. He is a MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainer) with proficiency in Data Analytic, reporting ... Show more

Pavan Nutalapati

Pavan Nutalapati

Mr. Pavan Nutalapati is a Project Lead at Oracle, where he leverages his expertise in Distributed Systems, Cyber security, Cloud architecture, and Disaster Recover primarily within the fintech and public sector. With over 15 years of experience, Pavan plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing secure and scalable cloud solutions for financial technology applications.

Mr. Pavan Nutalapati is a Project Lead at Oracle, where he leverages his expertise in Distributed Systems, Cyber security, Cloud architecture, and Disaster Recover primarily within the fintech and public sector. With over 15 years of experience, Pava... Show more

Monica Houston

Monica Houston

Monica Houston is a multifaceted business advisor. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Master of Personal Financial Planning (MSPFP), she serves clients in the corporate, entrepreneurial, and personal finance arenas. In the corporate arena, she has overseen the risk assurance function for numerous entities as the Chief Audit Officer for 10+ years including South Carolina Retirement System Investment Commission, National Futures Association, City of Modesto, CA and Cuyahoga County, OH. An inaugural alumnus of Ernst & Young, her audit and consulting experience spans over 30 years and includes numerous Fortune 500 companies. As principal of Monica Houston CPAs, she shepherds clients in the areas of business foundation, operations, strategy, and succession; helping them to successfully live out their dreams of entrepreneurship. She is co-author of The Black Woman’s Business Bible & Workbook. Her passion for legacy building and generational living, as well as her innate understanding of finances, has afforded her the opportunity to positively influence the financial futures of countless families as a teacher, mentor, coach, author, advocate, and board member of financial literacy programs.
A consummate professional, Monica is committed to her work and serves as a beacon for such in her community. She serves on the Academic Executive Committee of the Association of International Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). She also serves on the Audit Committee for Delta Community Credit Union, Georgia’s largest credit union with 26 branch offices and over $6 Billion in assets. She further serves as a member of the Syracuse University Multicultural Advancement Council, an organization that supports and advocates for African American and Latino alumni and students as well as manages and raises funds for the $3M+ Our Time Has Come Scholarship endowment fund. In the spirit of establishing legacy, she recently committed to the endowment of the SU Black and Latino Accounting Scholarship Fund.

Monica Houston is a multifaceted business advisor. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Master of Personal Financial Planning (MSPFP), she serves clients in the co... Show more

Vikas Mendhe

Vikas Mendhe

With over two decades of professional experience, I have been recognized for my significant achievements in software system engineering. My expertise spans financial applications, data integration & transformation, cloud computing, and project management. This diverse skill set has allowed me to make substantial contributions to my field, demonstrating a level of versatility and proficiency that is rare in the industry.

My commitment to innovation and industry advancement is further evidenced by my active role in academic and professional communities. As Forbes Technology Council, Fellow BCS and IEEE Senior Member, I have authored scholarly journal papers related to Finance domain, contributing valuable insights and knowledge to the IT community. My intellectual contributions extend beyond academic writing, as I have also reviewed books on Cybersecurity and Embracing DevOps for release management, two critical areas in modern computing.

Recognition from peers and industry bodies has further solidified my standing in the IT world. I have been honored with the Titan Business Award, Global Recognition Award and International Achievers Award for my contributions to the field and received an Award of Appreciation from the Office of the Governor, Austin. Texas. These accolades reflect my impact on both a local and international scale, showcasing my global influence.

Moreover, my role as an industry judge for prestigious awards, including the Globee Awards, Stevie Awards, and NEAL Awards, highlights my respected position in the IT community. This involvement not only signifies recognition from my peers but also my commitment to fostering excellence in others, a hallmark of true leadership.

With over two decades of professional experience, I have been recognized for my significant achievements in software system engineering. My expertise spans financial applications, data integration & transformation, cloud computing, and project manage... Show more

Luke Bettridge

Luke Bettridge

Software engineer specialising in financial services and design systems.

Software engineer specialising in financial services and design systems. Show more

Erich Steiger

Erich Steiger

Erich Steiger is the lead database architect at TWINT, Switzerland’s market-leading mobile payment provider. Since TWINT needs affordable, high-performing databases, that are highly available 24/7, he focuses on performance and cost optimizations in the database department. He has over 25 years of experience in software engineering and software architecture. After finishing university he used to work in the credit-card business and banking sector.

Erich Steiger is the lead database architect at TWINT, Switzerland’s market-leading mobile payment provider. Since TWINT needs affordable, high-performing databases, that are highly available 24/7, he focuses on performance and cost optimizations in ... Show more

Andrea Contri

Andrea Contri

Andrea loves working at the convergence of technology, business and design: he is currently Head of Innovation at Haier Europe where he launched Washpass, a circular appliance-as-a-service subscription. Previously he focused on startup financing and innovation matchmaking, running the acceleration platform of banking group Intesa Sanpaolo, and helping launch a leading digital VC fund in Italy. Andrea started his career with formative experiences in management consulting and at Google, and has a degree in Economics from Bocconi University in Milan. Married with three kids, he likes studying the narrative potential of video games.

Andrea loves working at the convergence of technology, business and design: he is currently Head of Innovation at Haier Europe where he launched Washpass, a circular appliance-as-a-service subscription. Previously he focused on startup financing and ... Show more

Dhivya Nagasubramanian

Dhivya Nagasubramanian

I am an AI/ML practitioner with 15+ years of experience in the finance industry. Throughout my career across various roles and organizations, one thing that remained constant has been my curiosity and drive to harness the potential of data for the benefit of the organization. In my current role, I am spearheading some of the key Generative AI initiatives that has a significant potential cost benefits for the organization.

I am an AI/ML practitioner with 15+ years of experience in the finance industry. Throughout my career across various roles and organizations, one thing that remained constant has been my curiosity and drive to harness the potential of data for the be... Show more

Joe Erle

Joe Erle

Joe Erle has been in the insurance industry since 2008, specializing in AI and Fintech risks for publicly traded companies.

His agency, C3 Insurance, was recently named to the San Diego Business Journal's 2024 Fastest Growing Companies list and Joe was named as a 2024 Cybersecurity Steward Award finalist. Joe is based in San Diego and brings deep insights into emerging tech vulnerabilities.

Joe balances his work with family time, often playing Fortnite with his two sons.

His experience bridges insurance, technology, and practical cybersecurity, offering a unique perspective on modern cyber risk management.

Joe Erle has been in the insurance industry since 2008, specializing in AI and Fintech risks for publicly traded companies. His agency, C3 Insurance, was recently named to the San Diego Business Journal's 2024 Fastest Growing Companies list and J... Show more

Varuneshwar Mathur

Varuneshwar Mathur

Varuneshwar serves as a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, where he specializes in assisting Financial Services Industry (FSI) clients in optimizing their cloud-based operations and achieving excellence in their digital transformation initiatives.

Varuneshwar serves as a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, where he specializes in assisting Financial Services Industry (FSI) clients in optimizing their cloud-based operations and achieving excellence in their digital transformation initia... Show more

Samuel Ukah

Samuel Ukah

Senior Marketing Leader with over 8 years of experience propelling customer and revenue growth across Africa's Finance, Technology, and E-commerce industries. Also, a start-up mentor with Antler, helping founders drive business growth across the EMEA region. I am driven by curiosity and always seeking to challenge the status quo and solve societal problems.

Senior Marketing Leader with over 8 years of experience propelling customer and revenue growth across Africa's Finance, Technology, and E-commerce industries. Also, a start-up mentor with Antler, helping founders drive business growth across the EMEA... Show more

Julian Kanjere

Julian Kanjere

Software developer driven by a desire to advance society using tech. PhD Econ researcher at the University of Cape Town. Winner of the 2020 Schmidt Futures Reimagine Challenge (Eric Schmidt).

Software developer driven by a desire to advance society using tech. PhD Econ researcher at the University of Cape Town. Winner of the 2020 Schmidt Futures Reimagine Challenge (Eric Schmidt). Show more

Erwin Manders

Erwin Manders

Erwin is a Solution Architect in the Online Access Management area of Tribe Digital Platform. Erwin has been an architect for several years with hands-on experience as a java developer. He is certified as an architect in the Archimate framework.

Erwin is a Solution Architect in the Online Access Management area of Tribe Digital Platform. Erwin has been an architect for several years with hands-on experience as a java developer. He is certified as an architect in the Archimate framework. Show more

Roberto Delgado Castro

Roberto Delgado Castro

Roberto Delgado Castro is a data scientist, researcher and compliance officer of Direccion General de Desarrollo Social y Asignaciones Familiares (DESAF), part of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security.
He has degrees in finance and banking, marketing and sales and management. He also holds a specialization in E-Learning.
For the last ten years, he has developed important data science projects in DESAF.
He is the author of the books DT Quantum Model, Metadatology and Correlations in R,

Roberto Delgado Castro is a data scientist, researcher and compliance officer of Direccion General de Desarrollo Social y Asignaciones Familiares (DESAF), part of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security. He has degrees in finance and banking, mar... Show more

Tiffany Miller

Tiffany Miller

Tiffany is an accomplished IT Professional with over two decades of experience revolutionizing
the financial services sector through cutting-edge technological innovations. As a leader in
Digital Transformation, she has been instrumental in spearheading the integration of digital
advancements to facilitate seamless customer experiences while concurrently enhancing
operational stability and efficiency within the complex and heavily regulated financial
landscape.

In her role as a Functional Leader within Personal Investing at Fidelity Investments, Tiffany was responsible for the strategic oversight of the overarching digital strategy. This entailed shaping the direction of the digital ecosystem, encompassing product development, technology implementation and talent management. Tiffany’s career highlights include her pioneering role in Fidelity’s digital transformation journey. She played a pivotal part in driving the adoption of Agile methodologies and initiating technological advancements that catalyzed a digital culture shift within the Personal Investing and Healthcare business units.

Recently, Tiffany was elected to the Board of Directors of Digital Federal Credit Union, a Top 20 Credit Union, where her insights are invaluable in shaping the credit union’s strategic decisions. She also serves as the Chair of the Executive Compensation committee and as a members of the Governance committee.

Beyond her achievements in the financial sector, Tiffany is the Co-Founder and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of Bright Eyed, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating food insecurity among students in Massachusetts. Her commitment to giving back to the community showcases her passion for social responsibility and addressing critical societal issues.

Tiffany is an accomplished IT Professional with over two decades of experience revolutionizing the financial services sector through cutting-edge technological innovations. As a leader in Digital Transformation, she has been instrumental in spearhe... Show more

Deepak Bhatt

Deepak Bhatt

Seasoned IT leader with over 24+ years of industry experience. Working in cloud engineering, for the past 6+ years and most recently working as a Chapter leader for Platform as a Service group for Fidelity. The PaaS group manage containers, API, Observability and cloud Security platforms.

Seasoned IT leader with over 24+ years of industry experience. Working in cloud engineering, for the past 6+ years and most recently working as a Chapter leader for Platform as a Service group for Fidelity. The PaaS group manage containers, API, Obse... Show more

Lohith Kumar Paripati

Lohith Kumar Paripati

Lohith is a seasoned product leader with extensive experience in the technology and financial services sectors. Currently at Walmart, he oversees key projects in payments, financial services, and incentives, including the Seller Savings Platform. His career includes impactful roles at Microsoft and Intuit, where he specialized in developing and launching innovative products and solutions. Lohith is known for his strong focus on customer needs, business growth, and his ability to drive successful product transformations. His expertise spans developing effective strategies, understanding user pain points, and leveraging technology to deliver exceptional business and user impact.

Lohith is a seasoned product leader with extensive experience in the technology and financial services sectors. Currently at Walmart, he oversees key projects in payments, financial services, and incentives, including the Seller Savings Platform. His... Show more

Engr. Abdul-Rahman Mahmood

Engr. Abdul-Rahman Mahmood

26 years of software development experience, working as Principal IT / Security Consultant, and Assistant Professor at FAST-NUCES. Dynamic, experienced and result oriented professional with a successful track record in the field of software development, IT Security & Audit, Cryptography, Fintech and Banking Sector.

26 years of software development experience, working as Principal IT / Security Consultant, and Assistant Professor at FAST-NUCES. Dynamic, experienced and result oriented professional with a successful track record in the field of software developme... Show more

Viacheslav Mikhailov

Viacheslav Mikhailov

Senior Solution Architect from DataArt with more than 25 years of experience software development with focus to .NET, Microservices, Finance and Insurance.

Senior Solution Architect from DataArt with more than 25 years of experience software development with focus to .NET, Microservices, Finance and Insurance. Show more

Phil Hills

Phil Hills

I'm a passionate entrepreneur and software developer specializing in building innovative AI and cloud-based solutions. My career has been driven by a desire to leverage cutting-edge technology to solve real-world problems, particularly in the real estate and financial sectors.
I'm currently developing Clairvoyant GenAI, an AI-powered sales assistant designed to streamline lead management and revolutionize customer interactions. This project reflects my deep interest in using AI to enhance productivity and foster more meaningful relationships.
Prior to Clairvoyant GenAI, I founded two successful companies:
Ai Note: Focused on developing AI-driven technology for buying and selling mortgage note securities. We built a sophisticated AI platform and an innovative automated underwriting AI agent, which was acquired by a leading asset management company.
Easy AI Chatbots: Currently participating in the Google for Startups program, we build enterprise-grade developer tools for organizing email and drive data using API technologies. We are exploring potential avenues for growth and partnership, including venture capital funding from Google Ventures.
My technical expertise spans a range of programming languages (Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, among others) and cloud platforms (Google Cloud, AWS, IBM Cloud). I hold certifications as a Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect and an AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
I'm a firm believer in the power of AI to transform businesses and lives, and I'm always eager to connect with others who share this passion. Let's connect and explore opportunities to collaborate and drive innovation.

I'm a passionate entrepreneur and software developer specializing in building innovative AI and cloud-based solutions. My career has been driven by a desire to leverage cutting-edge technology to solve real-world problems, particularly in the real es... Show more

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