Be inspired by women making waves in the ASEAN payments industry and beyond. Join us at the 2022 Symposium! Our theme for this year is “Fast and Furious Payments 2025”.
Our keynotes, panels, and break-out work sessions will help strengthen your skills while keeping you on top of industry trends. Hear from women leaders on a variety of subjects including current payments issues and initiatives, fintech, and leadership. You’ll also have the opportunity to network with women at all levels and with diverse backgrounds in payment and fintech. This is a must-attend event for any woman who’s serious about accelerating her career in the payments industry.
The Women in Payments Symposium is a unique event that provides perspectives from key women leaders in payments, supports diversity and gender parity, and includes topics impacting all aspects of the payments ecosystem. The format is split between networking breaks, keynote addresses, executive panel discussions and career development breakout sessions. This forum is an unparalleled opportunity that is empowering, current and immediately relevant to any woman pursuing a career in payments.
Registration is now closed.
80 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189560
Step into a world of comfort and experience the finest in Swiss hospitality at Swissôtel The Stamford, Singapore’s Leading Business Hotel and one of the tallest hotels in Southeast Asia. Be perfectly located in the heart of Singapore with the City Hall Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) train station and other major transportation nodes at your doorstep. Enjoy staying in an upscale hotel that boasts a prime location amidst world-class shopping, dining, entertainment and business opportunities.
Accommodation Rooms / Rates available:
Fairmont, Singapore/Deluxe King - S$380.00 ++ per room per night with breakfast
Reservations:
Book with the following link: https://www.idem.events/r/amex-women-in-payments-33ed91ab
Cut-off date: Thursday, September 22, 2022
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM SGT
Stamford Foyer
REGISTRATION AND NETWORKING BREAKFAST
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM SGT
MAIN STAGE
Sophia Ballroom
OPENING REMARKS
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM SGT
MAIN STAGE
Sophia Ballroom
OPENING KEYNOTE FIRESIDE CHAT
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM SGT
MAIN STAGE
Sophia Ballroom
EXECUTIVE PANEL
Moderator
Cary Horenfeldt
Director, Founder
POTE@CH Holdings
Cecile Hofer
Managing Partner
Amrop Singapore
Hooi Ching Wong
Senior Country Officer
J.P. Morgan Malaysia and Asean Head of FIG Sales
Sunday Domingo
MD & Head, Digital Product Management, Digital Channels & Data Analytics, CCIB
Standard Chartered Bank
10:15 AM - 10:20 AM SGT
Stamford Foyer
BREAK
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
DIGITAL PAYMENTS
Olivia
DRIVING FINANCIAL INCLUSION IN ASEAN
The last decade has seen a digital payments explosion in ASEAN, with e-wallets becoming the preferred way to transact in an e-commerce world. During COVID, merchants and consumers had no choice but to adapt to cashless transactions, with surprisingly positive results. Merchants saw their daily transactions increase by 20%, while consumers saw a convenient, frictionless way to pay. Join this session and hear from industry experts as they discuss the boom in digital payments, what’s behind the e-wallet frenzy, how it’s helping SMEs compete in a competitive market, and how this innovation is driving financial inclusion for all.
Moderator
Vivien Lim
Director - Consumer Digital & Segment
RFI
Vrutika Mody
VP, Head of Global Partnerships and Business Development
GoPay
Sandra Seet
Engagement Manager (GMS), APAC Growth Markets Partners
PayPal
Tara Tubman
Regional Director, Australia/NZ, South Pacific & HK
BPC
Yang Yang Zhang
Managing Director
Xendit Philippines
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
PAYMENTS INNOVATION
Minto
DIGIMENTALITY 2022 - REVIEW AND TREND PREDICTIONS FOR DIGITAL CURRENCIES
So far 2022 can be characterised as a year of crypto turmoil, marked with macroeconomic challenges, defaults and volatility in pricing. The overall crypto market cap in end June fell to US$950, down from US$3 trillion at its peak in November 2021. Amidst the volatile environment, what are the risks and opportunities for digital assets in the area of digital payments, and can consumers and investors re-establish faith in looking at the potential of crypto assets for digital payments? This panel will answer these questions and explore the Digimentality for digital currencies today and in the future.
Moderator
Grace Chong
Head of Financial Regulatory
Gibson Dunn
Tiena Sekharan
Vice President, Head of Digital Asset Business Development Onyx, Coin Solutions
JPMorgan Chase
Jo Yeo
Head of Payments Development and Data Connectivity Office
Monetary Authority of Singapore
Payal Patel
VP, Risk & Compliance - APAC
Circle
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
LEADERSHIP & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Indiana
EMPATHY BEFORE EQUITY AND EQUALITY: THE NEW LEADERSHIP CODE
Equality means to provide equal opportunities and the same level of support for all workers. Equity takes that meaning a bit further and means to provide varying levels of support based on need to achieve greater fairness of outcomes. Both are critical as the industry strives for work environments where employees feel seen, heard, and supported. Yet, neither can be achieved without first mastering empathy, which is the ability to recognize and understand the thoughts and feelings of others. While women are naturally wired to be more empathetic, it’s a vital skill that can be mastered by all. This session will explore the importance of Empathy as the precursor to Equality and Equity, and why it’s the New Leadership Code for success.
Moderator
Deepali Pendse
Head of Corporate Treasury Sales, South East Asia, Global Transaction Services
Bank of America
Philip Tan
Head of Hub 2
UOB Innovation
Jessie Yim
Head of Global Subsidiaries & Joint Coverage Head
ANZ
Nandini Das Ghoshal
Executive Coach & Facilitator, Executive Director
ION Consulting Pte Ltd. Founder & Partner
Rhizome Learning Pte Ltd.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM SGT
Stamford Foyer
NETWORKING BREAK
11:30 AM - 12:10 PM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
DIGITAL PAYMENTS
Olivia
CBDCS: MAKING PUBLIC MONEY DIGITAL
With more than one hundred of the world’s central banks exploring CBDC’s, there’s still a great deal of unknowns about how their introduction will affect both national and global economies. Ideally, CBDC’s will offer consumers and businesses a convenient, electronic, safe monetary system. But at what cost? First, will the public adopt this form of money? How will they impact monetary policy and regulation? Will they be susceptible to cyber-attacks? And, how will they impact cross-border payments? Join this panel as they discuss the pros and cons of CBDC’s, how different governments are approaching and implementing, the impediments, and the path forward.
Moderator
Melanie Hawgood
Vice President APAC
Currency Research
Vina Cheung
V Global head of RMB Internationalisation, Regional Head of Product Strategic Program, & Head of Product Management North Asia, Global Liquidity and Cash Management Asia-Pacific
HSBC
11:30 AM - 12:10 PM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
PAYMENTS INNOVATION
Minto
COMMERCE IN THE METAVERSE: HERE TO STAY?
The metaverse is cutting-edge innovation which many experts say can revolutionize the way we work, shop, play and socialize. Others are calling it a fad, likely to go away with no viable use cases for commerce. But recent research from McKinsey & Co. shows that consumers expect to spend approximately 4.0 hours a day in that world by 2027, and spending related to the metaverse could reach $5 trillion by 2030. While the shape of this world is still evolving, the way consumers value their digital identities and spend money online are certain to create commerce and payments opportunities in the metaverse. Join this panel as they walk you through the reality of the metaverse, and discuss use cases and challenges for commerce and payments.
11:30 AM - 12:10 PM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
LEADERSHIP & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Indiana
PLAYING THE LONG GAME: REINVENTING FOR 4.0
Change is no longer linear, but exponential. This dizzying speed of change means that disruption is the norm, and you need to be ready to embrace the mindset of permanent reinvention. What does work look like, with innovations like Web 3 and digital currencies impacting the 4.0? What are the new skills to help you play the long game and thrive? What are the traits you’ll need to navigate this fast-changing world of work? Listen in as industry leaders share their advice on how to embrace change, adapt, and thrive in this new 4.0 world.
Moderator
Adeline Tiah
Ex-CMO
Fintech (Autumn)
Ingrid Sia
Head of Marketing
Nansen
Jeannette Pang
MD, Product Pricing, Billing and Cash Data Analytics
Standard Chartered
Miriam Capelli
Senior Client Partner
Korn Ferry
Akanksha Mohan
Strategic Account Management, Digital Payments and Partnerships
Mastercard
12:10 PM - 1:15 PM SGT
Sophia Ballroom
NETWORKING LUNCH
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM SGT
MAIN STAGE
Sophia Ballroom
INNOVATION PANEL "TIME TO BUILD"
Prioritizing innovation today is the key to unlocking growth in preparation for the next economic cycle. While the world is facing economic headwinds with flagging growth, surging inflation and central bank tightening, this panel examines some of the most innovative products we are seeing across the payments and digital asset space.
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Technology and Innovation: looking across at the challenges and opportunities in new payment methods, rise of digital assets and tokenisation, Web3, BNPL,
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Examining the evolving "partnerships dynamics" between traditional financial institutions, crypto platforms and regulators,
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Regulation and Innovation - how do we ensure we maintain a certain level of openness in product market which provides the necessary conditions for research and innovation,
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As traditional financial institutions look to expand into digital assets, what are some of the challenges and opportunities as you think about your compliance program, Key themes include AML/KYC, Travel Rule and exploring new ways to work and collaborate across the organisation.
2:00 PM – 2:05 PM SGT
Stamford Foyer
BREAK
2:05 PM - 2:45 PM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
DIGITAL PAYMENTS
Olivia
BUILDING A TRUSTED GLOBAL FINANCIAL ECOSYSTEM THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS
The confluence of technology and cultural shifts, alongside regulatory changes, has resulted in a rapid period of growth and innovation for the global banking ecosystem. For far too long, the business world has lagged behind consumers in technological adoption, and banks are bridging the gap by partnering with fintechs. Hear from this panel of leaders from both the banking and fintech ecosystems as they discuss how these partnerships have elevated payments innovations and accelerated profitability while improving the consumer experience.
2:05 PM - 2:45 PM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
Minto
MENTORING PANEL - FUTURE GENERATION OF LEADERS
2:05 PM - 2:45 PM SGT
BREAKOUT SESSION
LEADERSHIP & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Indiana
MALE ALLYSHIP & MENTORSHIP: UPLIFTING EACH OTHER
The Financial Services and Payments Industry has been, and remains, a male-dominated one. It’s time to change, but how? How can we encourage more women to join the industry? What is the role of male allies to help position women for success - no matter where they are in their career - from newly graduated to experienced? Join this discussion on the importance of male allyship and the role they play in uplifting women in the industry.
Moderator
Anca Vasilescu
Managing Director - Capital Markets, Financial Services
Accenture
Calvin Yeo
Head, Payments Business Development Asia Pacific for Diversified Industries
J.P. Morgan
Mark Troutman
Group Head of Sales, Global Transaction Services
DBS
David Rego
Global Head - Liquidity Management, Deposits & Escrow Solutions
Standard Chartered Bank
Rahul Bhargava
Head of Payments Market Infrastructure (PMI)
SWIFT
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM SGT
Stamford Foyer
NETWORKING BREAK
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM SGT
MAIN STAGE
Sophia Ballroom
PAYMENTS AROUND THE WORLD
A look at the trends, policies and innovations that are shaping the future of payments across the globe, within the context of the ASEAN market. The discussion will also explore the challenges and opportunities that exist for incumbents, fintechs, and customers. Join this panel of senior leaders and experts as they dive in and discuss the exciting and evolving world of payments.
Moderator
Pallavi Chikara
Senior Vice President, Global Payment Solutions, Asia Pacific
HSBC
Divya Jain
Vice President & Head Global Network Services, India & South Asia
American Express
Sanjeev Jain
Managing Director, Payments & Receivables Head, Asia Pacific
Citi Treasury & Trade Solutions (TTS)
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM SGT
Sophia Ballroom
AWARDS CEREMONY
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM SGT
MAIN STAGE
Sophia Ballroom
CLOSING FIRESIDE KEYNOTE
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM SGT
MAIN STAGE
Sophia Ballroom
CLOSING REMARKS
5:15 PM - 7:00 PM SGT
Stamford Foyer
CLOSING RECEPTION
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM SGT
MAIN STAGE
LIVE STREAMED
OPENING REMARKS
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM SGT
MAIN STAGE
LIVE STREAMED
OPENING KEYNOTE FIRESIDE CHAT
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM SGT
MAIN STAGE
LIVE STREAMED
EXECUTIVE PANEL
Moderator
Cary Horenfeldt
Director, Founder
POTE@CH Holdings
Cecile Hofer
Managing Partner
Amrop Singapore
Hooi Ching Wong
Senior Country Officer
J.P. Morgan Malaysia and Asean Head of FIG Sales
Sunday Domingo
MD & Head, Digital Product Management, Digital Channels & Data Analytics, CCIB
Standard Chartered Bank
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM SGT
MAIN STAGE
LIVE STREAMED
INNOVATION PANEL "TIME TO BUILD"
Prioritizing innovation today is the key to unlocking growth in preparation for the next economic cycle. While the world is facing economic headwinds with flagging growth, surging inflation and central bank tightening, this panel examines some of the most innovative products we are seeing across the payments and digital asset space.
-
Technology and Innovation: looking across at the challenges and opportunities in new payment methods, rise of digital assets and tokenisation, Web3, BNPL,
-
Examining the evolving "partnerships dynamics" between traditional financial institutions, crypto platforms and regulators,
-
Regulation and Innovation - how do we ensure we maintain a certain level of openness in product market which provides the necessary conditions for research and innovation,
-
As traditional financial institutions look to expand into digital assets, what are some of the challenges and opportunities as you think about your compliance program, Key themes include AML/KYC, Travel Rule and exploring new ways to work and collaborate across the organisation.
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM SGT
MAIN STAGE
LIVE STREAMED
PAYMENTS AROUND THE WORLD
A look at the trends, policies and innovations that are shaping the future of payments across the globe, within the context of the ASEAN market. The discussion will also explore the challenges and opportunities that exist for incumbents, fintechs, and customers. Join this panel of senior leaders and experts as they dive in and discuss the exciting and evolving world of payments.
Moderator
Pallavi Chikara
Senior Vice President, Global Payment Solutions, Asia Pacific
HSBC
Divya Jain
Vice President & Head Global Network Services, India & South Asia
American Express
Sanjeev Jain
Managing Director, Payments & Receivables Head, Asia Pacific
Citi Treasury & Trade Solutions (TTS)
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM SGT
LIVE STREAMED
AWARDS CEREMONY
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM SGT
MAIN STAGE
LIVE STREAMED
CLOSING KEYNOTE
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Location
- Hotel Fairmont Singapore 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560