Matt Elton is one of the world’s leading RegTech strategists, with more than 20 years of international experience in the interaction of Business and Technology. He has worked in a wide variety of environments with some of the largest companies in the world, as well as assisting smaller companies to grow and achieve their ambitious growth aspirations.

Matt began working in the field of Digital Transformation in the mid 1990s, and quickly discovered that to be successful in embracing the digital opportunity, and more importantly, digital customers, a relationship of trust is essential; this means embracing – not fighting – regulatory rules and obligations, along with security and data privacy. Today, Matt has become widely known as a leader in RegTech strategy, helping firms to define how best to integrate RegTech into their core business processes.

Matt has delivered real results for financial services companies and the public sector, driving innovation in banking, payments, clearing, and settlement organisations. Through his deep understanding of the value chain, Matt has the imagination to link technology and solutions to create real business results. Matt is focused on monetising digital opportunities, actively leading the transformation of regulatory compliance: lowering costs, increasing margin, increasing profitability, turning a cost centre into a revenue centre.

Matt is Vice-Chair and member of the board at the International RegTech Association, headquartered in Zurich and is the Co-Founder of the Canadian RegTech Assocation, headquartered in Toronto. Matt also acts as business advisor to a number of RegTech firms globally, assisting them to achieve their growth aspirations.

Matt is a regular speaker and influencer on the future of the RegTech industry, and has spoken across the world on how firms can use RegTech to unlock real value in their organisations.

The Canadian RegTech Association is a non-profit organization focused on solving regulatory challenges through collaborative efforts between key RegTech stakeholders: regulated entities, technology vendors, regulatory bodies, government and professional service providers.

The goal is to facilitate dialogue, raise standards and promote growth and innovation within the Canadian RegTech eco-system. The organization will endeavour to solve regulatory challenges through collaborative discussion and engagement in proof-of-concept initiatives.

I’m not just an ordinary Marketer.

My business cards say things like Global Head of Customer Insight, Global Head of Product Development, Vice President of Marketing, Director of Sponsor & Partner Marketing, Business Development Account Manager, Manager of Event Marketing & PR, etc.

BUT when you get down to the heart of things and get to know me, I’m much more. I’m a learner, a listener, a communicator, a social media enthusiast, and above all, I am relentless.

My passion is to lead change, launch new things and ensure they succeed. As a leader, I work with people where they are, figure out their needs and show up prepared to add value to their lives. I love what I do – whether I’m building a team, writing a brief, practicing yoga or being a mom. Oh, and I’m a great cook. (I make an incredible pernil and flourless chocolate cake, really).

I’m captivated and engaged by social leaders, by a company with a clear mission and vision, by people who prioritize speaking to their customers, by corporate culture and by my team members.

I love meeting new people. Reach out if you want to talk marketing, social media or cooking, in no particular order. You can find me on Twitter at guzmand too.

Ranked No. 6
Top 50 Influencers in the world of InsurTech by InsurTech News (April 2017)

Ranked No. 5
Women in Finance Power 100 (February 2017)

Ranked No. 2
InsTech Power 100 Leaderboard (January 2017)

Ranked No. 12
Top 50 Influencers in the world of InsurTech by InsurTech News (January 2017)

Ranked No. 10
100 Most Influential CMOs by Richtopia (January 2017)

Ranked No. 17
InsurTech: Top 100 Influencers and Brands by Onalytica (December 2016)

20 Finserv Marketing Influencers You Should be Following by Synthesio.com (Sept 2016)

Specialties: Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Product Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Customer Insight, Product Development, Multicultural Marketing, Marketing Communications.

Danielle Guzman

Theodora is a speaker, writer, and advisor, who work seeks to spark innovation in the public and private sectors for the benefits of 50-plus cohort. She is the founder of Unconventional Ventures, which focuses on developing and growing an ecosystem of financial institutions, corporations, startups, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and accelerators to better address the unmet needs of consumers (e.g. older adults), with keen interests in women and minority founders. As part of her work, she regularly advises startups in both financial services and healthcare/caregiving space, as well as recommends startups for accelerator programs. Theo was named one of 44 “2017 Innovators to Watch” by Bank Innovation, ranked No. 2 Top FinTech Influencers by Onalytica, along with being top AI and Digital Transformation Infuencers, and named LinkedIn Top Voices for Economy and Finance.

Theodora has over 20 years of experience in championing and executing multi-million dollar programs and solutions to Fortune 100 clients worldwide. As an experienced strategist with a proven track record, Theo program managed and delivered end-to-end quality services to next generation wireless technology and telehealth providers, implementing customer-impacting initiatives across functional teams and geographic locations.

Theodora is a speaker and guest contributor for various top industry events and publications, including Money20/20, Finovate, American Banker, Financial Brand, Financial Revolutionist, and Irish Tech News. She has been featured on various podcasts by Breaking Banks, American Banker, Bank Innovation, and INV Filter. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), and a Master of Science in Project Management from George Washington University.

Theodora Lau

Simon Cocking is Chief Editor at Irish Tech News, CryptoCoinNews and InvestInIT – with over 1.5 million+ unique monthly views and growing. He was the top ranked member of the ‘People of Blockchain’ for 2018 based on total funds raised & also the #1 ranked advisor on ICO Holder.
He is a business mentor and advisor working with over 200 successful companies to date, and has been named on many global Twitter influencer lists in the last 12 months.
He is an accomplished public speaker at events including TEDx, Web Summit, and overseas in Pyeonchang, Amsterdam, Dubai, Delhi, Kiev, Singapore, Moscow, Tel Aviv, Madrid, Tbilisi, Riga, Porto, Dublin and Helsinki in the last 12 months.
He has been based in Ireland for over 22 years and has cofounded or founded seven successful companies.

In 2008 not on the back of a napkin, but on the screen of a laptop, The Rudin Group was launched. I imagined that wealth, nextgen and fintech would intersect causing opportunity in wealth management, family office, private banking, and other financial services sectors. Simultaneously, marketing campaigns, client segmentation, branding, and content was generic, both at the enterprise level and field advisory groups. Literally indistinguishable between firms. And most content was rife with cliches, vague language – not at all targeted. To me, financial services marketing was prime for disruption. “One-size” no longer fit all.

Today, while it has been exciting for me to witness changes in financial services marketing and been rewarding for our client firms, there is a huge white space ahead. The future is very bright in #wealth.

My own personal passion in #Tech #FinTech make each day of work exciting. I may have been a “geek” before it was popular. I met Bill Gates several times in the late 80’s. I also have two millennial children who form one part of my “field research” and I also participate annually in well-regarded studies like the Capgemini World Wealth Report. I was a judge for Mashable’s Mashie awards in 2016.

The Rudin Group works exclusively with financial services firms and enterprise firms who serve them. We offer highly differentiated messaging, positioning, compliant content creation and consult with firms/financial services institutions on strategy while helping to execute tactically.

With a $32 trillion wealth transfer underway, we help marketing departments and field organizations to leverage this opportunity to grow AUM, market share by gaining brand visibility on digital, mobile platforms and targeted to those who people who matter most: centers of influence and end clients.

We are privileged to work alongside some of the most prominent financial services brands in the world. I feel grateful to have an awesome network of global colleagues!

April Rudin

DISTINGUISHED FINANCIAL SERVICES EXECUTIVE CONSULTANT AND THOUGHT LEADER – Globally Recognized Leader, Deep Financial Services Domain, Extensive Primary & Secondary Research Expertise, and Superior Customer Focus

• Exceptional leadership skills and nearly two decades of proven track record leading multi-cultural teams in the U.S., Europe, & Asia-Pacific; as well as entrepreneurial background having successfully run own start-up for 3 years.

• Outstanding reputation as an executive strategy consultant, researcher, and thought leader in global financial services.

• Globally-recognized FinTech influencer, regular speaking appearances at leading industry conferences, and extensive set of interview experience with tier 1 and trade media.

• Extensive experience in enabling a ~2.5 billion Euro financial services consulting business via insightful and actionable market intelligence, customized primary research, and world-class thought leadership.

• Regular engagement with CxO clients and prospects to discuss banking, payments, wealth management, insurance, and FinTech industry trends, prioritize burning platforms, and identify opportunities to deliver value.

• High performer, with strong communication skills, demonstrated commitment, and success in building collaborative partnerships with clients and senior internal stakeholders across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific with a focus on results.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
• Exceptional leadership skills
• Analytical and strategic thinker
• Robust organizational and communication skills
• Strong inter-personal skills and relationship building experience
• Background in hypothesis-driven strategic research (primary and secondary) and analysis
• Experienced focus interviewer
• Deep domain knowledge of financial services market trends
• Media trained public speaker
• Rated in top 0.1% of global Financial Services social media influencers
• Extensive experience with training and development
• Proficient in MS Office

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Matt Elton is one of the world’s leading RegTech strategists, with more than 20 years of international experience in the interaction of Business and Technology. He has worked in a wide variety of environments with some of the largest companies in the world, as well as assisting smaller companies to grow and achieve their ambitious growth aspirations.

Matt began working in the field of Digital Transformation in the mid 1990s, and quickly discovered that to be successful in embracing the digital opportunity, and more importantly, digital customers, a relationship of trust is essential; this means embracing – not fighting – regulatory rules and obligations, along with security and data privacy. Today, Matt has become widely known as a leader in RegTech strategy, helping firms to define how best to integrate RegTech into their core business processes.

Matt has delivered real results for financial services companies and the public sector, driving innovation in banking, payments, clearing, and settlement organisations. Through his deep understanding of the value chain, Matt has the imagination to link technology and solutions to create real business results. Matt is focused on monetising digital opportunities, actively leading the transformation of regulatory compliance: lowering costs, increasing margin, increasing profitability, turning a cost centre into a revenue centre.

Matt is Vice-Chair and member of the board at the International RegTech Association, headquartered in Zurich and is the Co-Founder of the Canadian RegTech Assocation, headquartered in Toronto. Matt also acts as business advisor to a number of RegTech firms globally, assisting them to achieve their growth aspirations.

Matt is a regular speaker and influencer on the future of the RegTech industry, and has spoken across the world on how firms can use RegTech to unlock real value in their organisations.