Fintech Canada Conference

Roy Kao, Managing Director, MaRS FinTech, MaRS Discovery District

Tina Yang, Associate, Digital Finance Institute

Senator Colin Deacon, Senate of Canada

University of Toronto

FinTechs have historically had challenges competing with and working with banks. Digital banking is quickly evolving into Ecosystem banking which will enable true end to end customer journeys where FinTechs and banks can co-exist in a seamless way.
Puvi Sinna, Partner and Digital Experience Leader, IBM iX, IBM

The Lazarus group has been making headlines since 2009, garnering worldwide media attention. From stealing cryptocurrency with SWIFT, to the WannaCry ransomware epidemic, their attack on Sony Pictures Entertainment or most recent ATM cash-outs, the group shows no signs of slowing down. Lazarus has aggressively evolved from politically motivated attacks into the realm of financial crimes. During this session, go behind the scenes with Symantec’s Jon DiMaggio on the lessons learned and expectations of the future from tracking one of the most notorious hacking organizations.
Jon DiMaggio, Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst, Symantec

If data is the new oil, then trust is indeed the currency of the future. While technology has enabled exponential opportunities to share and exchange information, it has also led to instances where information has been misused, resulting in an erosion of trust. This presentation will discuss how to develop a framework for innovation in a future where trust is paramount by rooting ourselves in principles including irrefutability, authenticity, inclusivity and relevance for consumers.

Debbie Gamble, Chief Officer, Innovation Labs & New Ventures, INTERAC

FinTech has been evolving for the past 10 years, and we’re seeing developments and innovation in financial technology year by year. In this panel, we will hear what is happening in FinTech from some of the world’s innovators.

Moderator:

John Armstrong, National Industry Leader, Financial Services, KPMG Canada

Panelists:

André Løvestam, CEO, ZWIPE

Erica Pearson, Co-Founder & CEO, Vacation Fund

Matthew Gamser, CEO, SME Finance Forum

Dorothe Singer, Economist, The World Bank

Ashwin Karuhatty, Head of Partnerships, Global Product Partnerships, Google

This is proven to be fan’s fav session! Listen to CEOs sharing their personal and professional journey in Tech and how they made their way to where they are.

Stacey Madge, President & Country Manager, VISA Canada

Jeremy Black, CEO, Every

Eric Arnold, CEO & Founder, Planswell

Payment is the key to any business, and payments innovation can have a huge impact on FinTechs at both B2B and C2C levels. Listen to our experts in payments about what to expect and prepare for the near future.

Jeremy Bornstein, SVP Data & Services Market Lead, MasterCard Canada

Maria Smith, Former VP, Disney & Starbucks

*Lunch is not included

Blockchain has gone through its hype and low for the past year, however, its implications for financial services remains valuable and unique for many of the world’s largest banks.

Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder & Vice Chairman, Blockchain

Paving the Way for Innovation: A regulator’s perspective on the evolution of capital markets and responding to disruptive technologies.

Amber Kanwar, Anchor/Reporter, BNN Bloomberg

Maureen Jensen, Chair & CEO, Ontario Securities Commission

Simon Zadek, Principal, Project Catalyst & Senior Advisor, UNDP

Michael Ahearn, VP Customer Development & Strategy, Sinch

Dan Rood, VP Product Marketing, Genesys

Banking industry has never been this innovative ever since FinTech and AI kick in. Hear from the world’s top banks on how big data, AI, Machine Learning and other technologies have been re-shaping the financial industry.

Kieran Beer, Managing Editor, ACAMS

Kevin Garlan, North America Innovation Head – Treasury & Trade Solutions, Citi

Jacoline Loewen, Director, Business Development Wealth Management, UBS

Google, the world’s tech giant, is looking at their opportunity in financial service. What would happen to other industry players if company like Google is harnessing FinTech? Let’s find out.

Chris Adamkowski, Head of Industry, FinTech, Insurance & Payments, Google

In today’s connected world, Gen Z and Millennials are connected consumers, who want voice first banking but they also want a responsible banking experience. With over $644 billion in purchasing power, Gen Z and Millennials are driving the future of banking technology. Come find out what Gen Z and Millennials want in a banking experience from the real thing – a Gen Z.

Roy Kao, Managing Director, MaRS FinTech, MaRS Discovery District

Tina Yang, Associate, Digital Finance Institute