10: Charlotte Hogg, CEO Europe at Visa

Company: Visa

Industry: Payments, Financial Services

As CEO, Europe at Visa, Charlotte Hogg leverages over 25 years of experience in financial services, bank operations and management consulting to lead the world’s foremost digital payments company in the European region. Her expertise extends beyond Visa, where she currently serves as a Non-Executive Director at RELX plc and as a UK Finance Board Member. Her previous governance roles include positions as a Delegate and Finance Committee member at Oxford University Press and as a Non-Executive Director at BBC Worldwide.

9: Yolande Piazza, SVP & GM of Americas at PayPal

Company: PayPal

Industry: Software Development

As SVP & GM of Americas at PayPal, Yolande Piazza drives strategic growth across the region, leveraging her extensive financial services expertise. Previously, she spent almost 15 years at Citi, culminating as CEO of Citi FinTech, before serving as VP of Financial Services at Google Cloud. Throughout her career, Yolande has championed digital transformation, helping institutions navigate regulatory complexities while enhancing customer experiences through innovative payment solutions. She remains a passionate advocate for financial inclusion and mentors emerging female leaders in technology.

8: Camilla Giesecke, Chief Operating Officer at Klarna

Company: Klarna

Industry: BNPL

Camila Giesecke, Chief Operating Officer at Klarna, orchestrates the fintech leader’s global operational strategy and expansion initiatives. Camilla oversees business development, market growth, and organisational efficiency across diverse markets. Her leadership during Klarna’s rapid scaling phase strengthened the company’s buy-now-pay-later service adoption worldwide. Previously, she held leadership positions at Boston Consulting Group before joining Klarna’s executive team. Camilla champions streamlined customer experiences while navigating complex international regulatory environments.

7: Maria Black, CEO of ADP

Company: ADP

Industry: Human Capital Management, Payroll Services

Maria Black is President and CEO of ADP, a leading global technology company providing human capital management (HCM) solutions. Appointed in 2023, Maria serves as ADP’s seventh CEO since its 1949 founding. With ADP’s extensive, unique data and trusted expertise – relied on by over one million clients – Maria is committed to providing employers with an empowered view into the future of work and the holistic, insights-driven support they need to enable the workforce of tomorrow.

6: Bridget Engle, SEVP/ Head of Technology at Wells Fargo

Company: Wells Fargo

Industry: Traditional Bank

Bridget Engle, Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Technology at Wells Fargo, orchestrates the banking giant’s ambitious digital transformation journey. Bridget leverages her extensive financial technology leadership experience from previous executive roles at Barclays, Bank of America and BNY Mellon to revolutionise customer and employee experiences. Her strategic focus encompasses modernising legacy infrastructure, implementing cloud-based solutions and enhancing cybersecurity frameworks whilst maintaining round-the-clock banking operations.

5: Adena Friedman, CEO of Nasdaq

Company: Nasdaq

Industry: Fintech

Adena Friedman, President and CEO of Nasdaq since 2017, transformed the company from a traditional exchange to a technology-driven financial services provider. Adena pioneered blockchain adoption in capital markets and expanded Nasdaq’s market technology offerings globally. Her leadership accelerated the development of cloud-based market infrastructure and data analytics services. Before becoming CEO, she served as Nasdaq’s President and COO after returning from a stint as CFO at The Carlyle Group. Adena champions financial literacy and board diversity initiatives.

4: Hilary Packer, EVP/ Chief Technology Officer at American Express

Company: American Express

Industry: Traditional Bank

Hilary Packer, Chief Technology Officer at American Express, spearheads the company’s technical strategy and innovation roadmap. With over 20 years of technology leadership experience, she defines enterprise architecture standards and directs digital workplace transformation. Hilary champions cloud-native development, robust cybersecurity frameworks, and AI implementation across financial services. Previously serving in senior technology roles at American Express, her expertise in payments technology and data systems enables the organisation to deliver secure, seamless customer experiences.

3: Stephanie Ferris, CEO of FIS

Company: FIS

Industry: Fintech

Stephanie Ferris, appointed CEO of FIS (Fidelity National Information Services) in December 2022, orchestrates the global fintech leader’s comprehensive modernisation strategy across banking and payments infrastructure. With over 25 years of financial technology experience, she focuses on streamlining operations, expanding cloud-native financial solutions, and driving innovation in embedded finance and banking-as-a-service. Prior to becoming CEO, Stephanie served as FIS President and previously held the position of COO.

2: Lori Beer, Global Chief Information Officer at JP Morgan Chase

Company: JP Morgan Chase

Industry: Traditional Bank

Lori Beer, appointed Global Chief Information Officer at JPMorgan Chase in 2017, spearheads one of the world’s largest banking technology
organisations. With thousands technologists under her leadership, she orchestrates the firm’s digital transformation strategy, cloud migration, and artificial intelligence integration. Lori has pioneered innovative solutions including the Chase Digital Assistant and real-time payments infrastructure. Her strategic vision prioritises cybersecurity advancements and modernising legacy systems. Previously, she served as Chief Information Officer for JPMorgan’s Corporate & Investment Bank.

1: Jane Fraser, CEO of CITI

Company: CITI

Industry: Banking, Financial Services

Jane Fraser has established herself as a transformative leader since becoming the first female CEO of Citigroup in 2021. Jane’s strategic vision has accelerated the banking giant’s digital transformation, prioritising fintech innovation across global markets. Her decisive restructuring of Citigroup’s operations has strengthened the bank’s technological capabilities, particularly in payment systems and digital banking. With three decades in finance under her belt, Jane champions technological solutions that blur the boundaries between conventional banking and emerging fintech – making her a standout figure in the industry.

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