Europe Corporate Banking Day 2025

Registrations and breakfast buffet

Welcome address

• Jonathan Power, VP, Europe Sales, Corporate Lending, Finastra

Finastra Leadership opening statement: key drivers in corporate banking

Andrew will kick off the day by sharing insights on the top priorities that Finastra's clients have been highlighting. He will also discuss how Finastra is addressing these key themes, including cloud, AI, security and resilience.

• Andrew Bateman, EVP Lending, Finastra

Fireside chat: Supporting future growth by driving innovation and resilience across lending

The discussion will feature insights from Microsoft and ING on AI, cloud and customer-centric design, highlighting their significance for financial services in enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience.

• Lekshmi Nair, Chief Revenue Officer, Corporate Lending, Finastra
• Peter Hazou, Director, Business Development, Financial Services, Microsoft
• Dirk Pronk, Global Head of Wholesale Banking Lending Product Management, ING

Lending keynote: Financing the future - the state of lending

In this address, Scott will share his valuable insights on market trends in private credit and institutional lending, looking at the role of technology, regulatory involvement, and the importance of sustainability.

• Scott McMunn, CEO, Loan Market Association

Panel: Lending talks - breaking down the state of lending

Our panel of experts will focus on the key lending market dynamics and trends, as well as the impact of technology in the loan market. You'll hear more about the adoption of digital technologies, digital data challenges, regulatory changes, and the role of sustainable lending in the future of commercial lending.

• Pablo Padin Fabeiro, Partner – Core Banking & Payment Center of Competence, IBM Consulting
• Ami Ben-David, Founder and CEO, Ownera
• Ian Kent Harris, Business Development Specialist, Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale
• Moderator: Robert Downs, Global Head of Corporate & Syndicated Lending R&D, Finastra

Coffee break

Trade keynote: Trading up - looking into the state of trade finance

In this session, gain valuable insights from Sean on the geopolitical trends impacting global trade. You'll learn about the impact of SCF rules and the role of AI in trade finance, including its contribution to reducing operational risk. Additionally, Sean will explore various sustainable finance initiatives.

• Sean Edwards, Chairman, ITFA

Panel: Trade talks - reflecting on the state of trade

Join our panel of trade experts as they delve into the current market dynamics, the effects of geopolitical shifts, and the challenges faced in the trade sector. Discover how technology is impacting trade, and gain valuable insights into the opportunities in sustainable finance. Learn about the role of digital transformation in enhancing trade finance operations, and how AI is being utilised for talent retention and attraction.

• Dominique Honoré, Global Head of Global Trade & Commodities, Crédit Agricole CIB
• Dr. Maria Mogilnaya, Advisor, Trade Finance, CargoX
• Saila Alapiha, Senior Product Owner, OP Financial Group
• Simon Bennett, Senior Advisor, BFSI Europe, TechMahindra
• Moderator: Anastasia McAlpine, Head of Product Management, Trade & Supply Chain Finance, Finastra

Panel: Breaking down the ‘S’ in ESG - prioritising positive societal impact

Our panel of specialists will explore the significance of the social aspect of ESG, the LMA's upcoming social loans guidelines, and the challenges and opportunities in addressing social factors. You'll gain insights into stakeholder capitalism, gender diversity and inclusion, as well as the role of technology and fintech in driving societal impact. Our experts will also discuss best practices for measuring and reporting societal impact, and enhancing employee engagement in ESG initiatives.

• Dr. Alessandra Wall, Executive coach, speaker, author, psychologist, and founder
• Gemma Lawrence-Pardew, Head of Sustainability, LMA
• Heather Matson, MD, Global Head of Nature & Biodiversity and Gender Finance, Bankers without Boundaries (BwB)
• Sandrine Ricard, Director Sustainability & Responsibility Communications, Pernod Ricard
• Moderator: Sandrine Markham, Global Lead for Sustainable Finance Solutions, Finastra

Lunch break

Lending breakout 1: Transform your lending with Loan IQ Nexus and Simplified Servicing

Explore the future of commercial lending with Loan IQ Nexus and Simplified Servicing. Learn how these innovative tools can transform your operations, streamline processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and ultimately drive growth in your lending business.

• Alexander Sparke-Read, Principal Product Manager, Finastra
• Patricia Malin, Director, Engineering, Corporate and Syndicated Lending, Finastra
• Noel Galindo, Lead Global Solution Consultant, Finastra

Trade breakout 1: Innovation in trade finance

Revolutionizing trade finance with Gen AI: Introducing Assist.AI, a cutting-edge AI-powered assistant, designed to elevate trade finance operations within Trade Innovation

• Anisha Kaul, EMEA FSI Industry Advisor, Microsoft
• Elena Sankova, Global Solution Consultant, Head of European Transaction Banking, Pre-Sales, Finastra
• Philippe Richaud, Head of Product, Trade & Supply Chain Finance, Finastra

Break to change rooms

Lending breakout 2: Maximizing your usage of Loan IQ

Discover how to enhance ROI with Loan IQ as we showcase how Finastra solutions like Academy.AI, automation of application management practices, and operational reviews can support your business to boost efficiency, reduce risk, and drive new business growth.

• Noel Galindo, Lead Global Solution Consultant, Finastra
• Julian Lee, Global Head, Strategic Consulting, Finastra

Trade breakout 2: Transforming trade with Supply Chain Finance

Explore the holistic, front-to-back trade and supply chain finance offering that enables banks to broaden and enhance their operations by combining an AI-powered supply chain finance platform with Finastra’s leading trade finance solution and global reach.

• Vikrant Yadav, Head – International Business, Europe, CredAble
• Anastasia McAlpine, Head of Product Management, Trade & Supply Chain Finance, Finastra

Coffee break

Distilling the frenzy: the future of geopolitics

• David Gioe, Professor of Intelligence and International Security at Kings College, ex-CIA

Cocktail reception