TMG Reveals First Round Of Speakers For 2019 #Pay Symposium & Exposition
Executives from Blockchain Philanthropy Foundation, 11:FS, PaySafe, Arival, Javelin, Snapcheck, The Banking Scene, Borsetta, Luxoft, Chia and more to present at #PAY Symposium & Exposition
TAMPA: The Mandalay Group today announced the first confirmed speakers for the #PAY Symposium & Exposition being staged August 20 - 21, 2019 at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. The Mandalay Group also released additional details for this groundbreaking event today, including the first members of the advisory board and initial media partners.
“#PAY Symposium & Exposition will put the spotlight on the disruptive innovation that is transforming the financial services industry,” said Bruce Burke, CEO. “We are focused on the intersection of fintech and finance, our theme for 2019 is “The Next Decade of Payments”.
Leading Executives in Banking, Fintech and Payments to Present
The Mandalay Group announced that global leaders from across the banking, fintech and payments industries are among the first speakers confirmed for #PAY Symposium & Exposition, including:
- Jeremy Berger, COO, Arival - The First Fintech Bank
- Brian Zisk, Head of Market Development, Chia Network
- Krista Tedder, Head of Payments Research, Javelin Strategy
- Wayne Brown, Managing Principal, The Walker Group
- Antony Welfare, Author, Commercializing Blockchain
- Julie Albright, Author, Left To Their Own Devices
- David Lott, Payments Risk Expert, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
- Chris Zhong, President and CEO, Blockchain Philanthropy Foundation
- Rik Coeckelbergs, Founder & CEO, The Banking Scene
- Wayne Brown, Managing Partner, The Walker Group
- Chuck Papageorgiou, CEO, WorldWatch Plus
- Pamela Norton, Founder & CEO, Borsetta
- David True, President, PayGility
- Ken Kruszka, President & CEO, SnapCheck
- Claire Gates, CEO PaySafe Later, PaySafe Group
- Sachin Gurav, Founder & President, BNT Soft
- Bhavish Sood, General Partner, BlueSky Capital Management
- Sam Maule, Managing Partner NA, 11:FS
- Mirek Sopek, Founder & President, LEI.INFO
- Kunal Nandwani, Founder & CEO, NuTrade
In addition to announcing this first cadre of speakers, The Mandalay Group also announced the initial members of the #PAY Board of Advisors. Wayne Brown, Managing Partner of The Walker Group has been appointed as Chairman of the Board. Executives from leading companies in the banking, fintech and payments space will fill board positions based on their individual strengths and areas of expertise.
“We’re starting with a limited number of advisors to enable a quick consensus initially, then we’ll grow the board with more leaders from across the industry.” said Chairman Brown “We’d like to invite leading edge companies to participate in continuing to build out the Advisory Board.” Executives initially participating in the #PAY Advisory Board include:
- Wayne Brown, Managing Partner, The Walker Group
- Ashok Venkatraman, President, NuStart Advisors
- Gene Neyer, Executive Advisor, Icon Solutions
- Tedd Huff, Founder & Producer, Tedd Talks Payments
- Sam Maule, Managing Director NA, 11FS
- Chris Tonniges, Sr. Treasury/Fintech, Mutual of Omaha Bank
For more information on the #PAY Board of Advisors visit: www.paysymposium.com/advisors
#PAY Startup Showcase
“We are inviting all startup founders in fintech space to enter and compete for the opportunity to be showcased at the #PAY event,” said Ashok Venkatraman, Executive Director of the Startup Showcase. “A panel of expert judges will vote on finalist’s solutions, with prizes awarded in each category, but only one will be crowned the winner of the prestigious Golden Hashtag Award.”
Early-stage companies will demonstrate new solutions and technologies focused on creating a better financial experience for both consumers and enterprise business in the banking, fintech and payments industry.
Don’t wait, submit your startup today! Only 10 teams selected will each receive two all access passes ($3,000 value) and have the opportunity to scale their dreams and visions to new heights.
For the latest information on Startup Showcase activities visit: www.paysymposium.com/showcase
Participate in #PAY Symposium & Exposition
#PAY Symposium track sessions will explore leading trends and frontier technologies including Artificial Intelligence, Augmented & Virtual Reality, Blockchain Technology, Internet of Things, Faster Payments, Quantum Computing, Open Banking, Real-time Payments, Robo-Advisor Technology, Decentralization of Cryptocurrency, High Speed 5G Mobility and much more.
As these breakthrough technologies become mainstream, fintech will further transform the financial landscape as we know it today. #PAY is focused on the intersection of fintech and finance.
Additional information on #PAY Symposium & Exposition 2019, including how to attend, exhibit or sponsor is available at www.paysymposium.com
#PAY Social Media
Follow updates on #PAY Symposium on Twitter @Pay_Symposium using hashtag #pay, on our LinkedIn #PAY Symposium Group or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PAYSymposium. Find announcements, memes & other exciting developments on our Instagram channel.
About The Mandalay Group
The Mandalay Group is a consortium of individuals and companies focused on the future of fintech. Our group is comprised of a diverse set of companies, focused on the security and movement of money. We always focus on the high level, but are always interested in, and eager to help promote deserving early-stage startups and philanthropic organizations focused on the space.
The Mandalay Group partners with local, national and global events, organizations and media outlets focused on mutually beneficial relationships in the banking, fintech and payments industry.