The 41st Edition BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit is an invitation-only in-person event for BFSI technology and innovation leaders. Under the theme “Recalibrating Kenya’s Financial Edge” the BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit, Kenya will bring together Kenya’s 200+ CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, heads of digital transformation, IT infrastructure, cyber security, information and communication technologies, and other IT Experts from the Banking and Financial Service industry.
The BFSI Innovation & Technology Summit provides an educational and networking opportunity to explore the significant challenges faced by the financial industry and to discover optimal approaches for addressing them. The summit will emphasize on examining the policies and tactics used to cultivate a diverse and efficient financial sector, with conversations revolving around topics such as digital banking, financial inclusivity, electronic payments, and safeguarding data privacy.
Growth in tech FDI , showing strong investments in digital finance and fintech
Banking leaders believe AI will be critical within 5 years, but only 20% are fully prepared
Banks using cloud for core or non-core workloads to improve scalability and security
Adult population with mobile money access, highlighting Kenya’s payments dominance
Direct contribution of financial services to Kenya’s GDP, rising to 10–12% including fintech ecosystem
He leads enterprise technology strategy and digital transformation across regional operations, leveraging BFSI expertise in cloud, data, and emerging technologies to modernize systems, enhance cybersecurity, and deliver agile, customer-centric platforms.
Chartered Accountant and MBA with 17+ years’ experience. Former CFO and GM specializing in secured lending across Mining and Energy. I deliver operational excellence and award-winning strategic performance.
Chief Risk Officer at JSE Clear, overseeing risk for derivatives, equities and bonds; joined JSE in 2006, ex-Merrill Lynch and Commerzbank, 25+ years’ experience, engineering, MBA, CFA Level I qualified.
Senior ICT Executive (CIO/CISO) with 22+ years driving ICT innovation, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and governance. Delivered measurable business value through large-scale ICT programmes across multiple industries.
Executive Director of Digital, Absa Group; led innovative banking products across major banks, driving financial inclusion, fintech solutions, and digital transformation with measurable operational impact across Africa.
Senior manager with cross-sector experience delivering full lifecycle implementations on time and budget. Known for strategic vision, operational excellence, and leading teams to execute complex business-critical projects.
Learning & Development strategist with 16+ years in ICT, banking, insurance. Delivered R3M+ SETA grants, 17 BBBEE skills points, optimized training spend, and built digital learning strategies for 3000+ employees.
Head of Customer Experience, JSE; 20+ years delivering client-centric strategies across finance, FMCG, automotive. Leads high-performing teams, drives operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and measurable business impact.
Experienced risk and audit professional with 10+ years across industries, passionate about people, technology, and process improvement. Skilled in stakeholder management, governance, compliance, and driving strategic value through effective risk management.
Economist with 15+ years’ investment experience, translating global and local macro trends into actionable market insights. CFA, FRM, and CAIA charterholder, currently delivering research-driven investment perspectives at Momentum Investments.
CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa with 26+ years’ experience. Certified Financial Planner passionate about ethical standards, professional excellence, global collaboration, and empowering financial planners and individuals.
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Pieter Geldenhuys is a futurist, technology strategist, and founder of ITSI, advising global institutions, leading innovation projects, teaching MBA programs, speaking widely, and researching technology adoption through advanced doctoral studies.
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