As technology continues to advance, 64% of consumers worldwide have used one or more FinTech platforms, making FinTech a valuable topic of conversation at events and conferences. Speakers specialising in the topic are in high demand to share their expertise and educate audiences on the next big technological developments in the financial industry. For corporate clients, these speakers ensure that they stay ahead of the curve, with the FinTech market projected to reach a worth of $310 billion.
What is FinTech?
FinTech, short for financial technology, refers to technology-driven innovations that enhance, automate, and streamline financial services. It encompasses digital solutions for banking, investing, payments, lending, and financial management, enabling businesses and consumers to manage money more efficiently. FinTech leverages specialized software, algorithms, and mobile applications to improve accessibility, security, and convenience in financial transactions, reshaping how financial institutions operate and how people interact with money.
Source: McKinsey & Company, The Bank of England & Investopedia
The Top FinTech Speakers to Book Ranked By Popularity:
Utilising vetted data, collected from 109 finance-themed events between 2023 and 2024, Isabelle Lee has compiled the below selection of the top FinTech speakers to hire, sharing insight into the official client popularity ranking too!
- Alastair Lukies CBE - 9.9/10
- Lynette Ntuli - 9.8/10
- Chris Gledhill - 9.7/10
- Penny Power OBE - 9.6/10
- Ayesha Khanna - 9.5/10
- Elliott Limb - 9.4/10
- Inmaculada Martinez - 9.3/10
- Thomas Power - 9.2/10
- Ben Hammersley - 9.1/10
- Dan Cobley - 9/10
1. Alastair Lukies CBE
One of the UK’s most successful businessmen, Alastair Lukies has made a big impact in the world of FinTech. In 2003, alongside Steve Atkinson, he founded the company Monitise, focusing on linking banks and mobile operators to mobile phones, a perfect example of FinTech’s potential. Alastair can offer his fascinating insight at every event he attends.
Official Feedback for Alastair Lukies:
"Alastair was very accommodating and spent time engaging with the delegates. His presentation was spot on!" - World Consumer Credit Reporting Conference
2. Lynette Ntuli
Revered CEO of Innate Investment Solutions, Lynette Ntuli is a pioneer of investing, female empowerment and technology. She teaches businesses how to take advantage of the FinTech technologies at their fingertips, and therefore stay ahead of the market curve. Lynette reflects on the impact of FinTech at events and predicts how the industry will continue to grow.
Official Feedback for Lynette Ntuli:
"Lynette is a well-balanced professional who dedicates her time to perfecting her work, where strategy & business development are some of her strong points. She is a pleasant and well-informed strategist" - Menzi, Managing Director, EdMen Solutions
3. Chris Gledhill
CEO of the UK Challenger Bank Secco and #1 Global FinTech Influencer, Chris Gledhill is a leading authority on the subject. His knowledge of digital banking can be regularly found in written articles, as well as at conferences across the globe. Chris takes audiences from their venue seats to the future of financial institutions, giving them valuable insight into the future.
Official Feedback for Chris Gledhill:
"Chris is absolutely one of the smartest people I know and a truly original thinker. He manages to explain the complex simply and is always full of new ideas (and takes on old ideas). He's a real innovator who is always looking for new things to invent and patent. I wish I was more of an ideas person like him. He's also a pleasure to work with" - Lisa, Researcher, Goldman Sachs
4. Penny Power OBE
One of the women behind the immensely successful employment site, LinkedIn, Penny Power knows the business world inside out and has seen the advancements of Fintech first-hand. After working for some of the biggest technology firms in the world, Penny founded her own company, Ecademy, in 1998. Now a renowned keynote speaker, she teaches audiences how FinTech technologies lead to business success.
Official Feedback for Penny Power:
"Thank you for being our guest speaker today! Your personal experience and wise words helped magnify our efforts to improve and evolve gender equality within our workplace. You truly invigorated our team to continue the conversation around this important topic and I look forward to our next session!" - Salesforce
5. Ayesha Khanna
As the CEO of ADDO AI, Ayesha Khanna is considered to be a leading expert on artificial intelligence and FinTech. She was named one of Singapore’s leading female entrepreneurs by FinTech Asia, recognised for her pioneering work on AI, smart cities and finance. The TED speaker is passionate about encouraging young girls to pursue FinTech as a career, with her organisation, 21C GIRLS.
Official Feedback for Ayesha Khanna:
"Please forward our thanks to Ayesha. Her session was amazing and really inspiring for all of us to watch!" - AppDynamics
6. Elliott Limb
A banking and technology expert, Elliott Limb has worked as the Head of Corporate Banking for one of the world’s biggest Fintech companies, Finastra. He also created CoBa, a banking company that focuses on working together and driving businesses forwards to achieve success. At both his corporate and social events, Elliot blows audiences away with his superb insight on all Fintech matters.
Official Feedback for Elliott Limb:
"Elliott is one of a kind. His keynotes are a hybrid of banking/technical industry knowledge and inspired motivation led by amusing tales of his eclectic life and interests. We learnt about the future of banking, that collaboration is the only way forward in the industry and how to use the sleight of hand to pull off any card trick! - Knowledge from an industry leader, along with laughter at his tales left me inspired and educated with a new willingness to say yes to every new (and bizarre) experience!" - Matthew
7. Inmaculada Martinez
Inma Martinez was named 25th in the Top 40 Women in Technology, a title that recognises her contribution to the FinTech industry. As a digital scientist and AI expert, she supplies empowering talks in finance, technology and strategy for corporate audiences across the globe. Her TED Talk focused on the advantages of machine learning, a valuable speaking topic at events.
Official Feedback for Inma Martinez:
"Excellent presentation. Engaging, informative and thought-provoking" - First Rate Exchange Services
8. Thomas Power
Having spoken at events in over 50 different countries, bestselling author Thomas Power was recently ranked in the Crypto 100 Most Influential People. With topics like cryptocurrency, Bitcoin and Blockchain dominating the sector, Thomas’ events explore the emerging technologies shaping FinTech as we know it.
Official Feedback for Thomas Power:
"Thomas is a really nice guy and commanded a good response from our guests" - Thales Group
9. Ben Hammersley
A technologist and futurist who regularly appears on the BBC’s successful television documentaries, Ben Hammersley has toured the world visiting a whole host of countries where he has given excellent keynote talks. As well as his speaking engagements, Ben is also an accomplished technology journalist who regularly offers opinions and insight on the latest developments in the industry.
Official Feedback for Ben Hammersley:
"Ben was fantastic. He gave a great keynote that was funny, thought-provoking and extremely engaging" - Pfizer
10. Dan Cobley
Dan Cobley is responsible for overseeing one of the largest FinTech portfolios in the industry’s history, a testament to his pioneering knowledge. As the former Managing Director of Google and co-founder of ClearScore and Salary Finance, he has established himself as a vital addition to FinTech conferences. Dan leaves audiences with a better understanding of FinTech through a corporate lens.
Official Feedback for Dan Cobley:
"Everyone is talking about it today! How I found you and how interesting the hour session was. You had a tough act to follow as the 372 had been there since 10 am and was starting to flag after all the sessions, so to bring them all back into the ballroom, uplift and inspire them was a job very well done" - Deloitte
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This exclusive article on the top fintech speakers to hire was authored by Isabelle Lee, using vetted data from 109 finance-themed events between 2023 and 2024, and conducting research via Investopedia, the Bank of England and McKinsey & Company.
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