The Payments Canada Summit 2019 was Canada's premier payments conference, organized by Payments Canada, held from May 14 to 16, 2019, at the Beanfield Centre in Toronto. The event attracted over 1,800 industry leaders, innovators, and challengers from more than 400 companies worldwide, making it the largest gathering of its kind in the country.
The summit's agenda focused on six key themes: innovation, economics, protection, data, technology, and access. Attendees engaged in discussions on topics such as artificial intelligence, big data, blockchain, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, and the modernization of payment systems. The event featured 23 keynote sessions and 58 breakout sessions, providing a comprehensive exploration of the evolving payments landscape.
Notable speakers included Victor G. Dodig, President and CEO of CIBC, who discussed the future of payments, and Dr. Leila Fourie, CEO of Australian Payments Network, who shared insights on global payment trends. The summit also offered networking opportunities, an expo hall, and social events, facilitating connections among professionals across the payments ecosystem.
The Payments Canada Summit 2019 was designed for professionals in the payments industry, financial institutions, fintech companies, and anyone interested in the future of payment systems. It provided valuable insights into emerging trends and offered a platform for collaboration and innovation in the payments sector.
Speakers(19)
Brian Porter
President and CEO at Scotiabank
Brian Porter is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Scotiabank, one of Canada's largest banks.
Bruce Schneier
Chief Technology Officer at IBM Resilient
Bruce Schneier is an internationally renowned security technologist, author, and security expert, serving as the Chief Technology Officer at IBM Resilient and Special Advisor at IBM Security.
Chloé Poirier
VP, Treasurer at Bombardier Inc.
Chloé Poirier is the Vice President and Treasurer at Bombardier Inc., managing the company's financial strategies.
Chris Hamilton
CEO at BankservAfrica
Chris Hamilton is the Chief Executive Officer of BankservAfrica, Africa's largest automated clearing house.
Darrel MacMullin
CEO at Goldmoney
Darrel MacMullin is the Chief Executive Officer of Goldmoney, a precious metal investment platform.
Don Tapscott
CEO at The Tapscott Group
Don Tapscott is the CEO of The Tapscott Group, a leading authority on the impact of technology on business and society.
Eileen Mercier
Chair at Board of Directors, Payments Canada
Eileen Mercier is the Chair of the Board of Directors at Payments Canada, guiding the organization's strategic direction.
Gerry Gaetz
President and CEO at Payments Canada
Gerry Gaetz is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Payments Canada, leading the organization's initiatives in payment systems.
Jose Ribau
EVP of Digital & Innovation at Cadillac Fairview
Jose Ribau is the Executive Vice President of Digital & Innovation at Cadillac Fairview, leading digital transformation initiatives.
Marjan Delatinne
Global Head of Banking at Ripple
Marjan Delatinne is the Global Head of Banking at Ripple, overseeing the company's relationships with financial institutions worldwide.
Mark O’Connell
President and CEO at Interac
Mark O’Connell is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Interac, Canada's leading payment network.
Paul Parisi
President at PayPal Canada
Paul Parisi is the President of PayPal Canada, overseeing the company's operations and growth in the Canadian market.
Penny Hembrow
Senior Vice President, Global Financial Services at CGI
Penny Hembrow is the Senior Vice President of Global Financial Services at CGI, overseeing the company's financial services division.
Rene McIver
Chief Security Officer at SecureKey
Rene McIver is the Chief Security Officer at SecureKey, focusing on enhancing security measures for digital identity and payments.
Richard Prior
Director of International Policy at Kabbage
Richard Prior is the Director of International Policy at Kabbage, focusing on global policy and regulatory affairs.
Sam Vassa
CEO at Payment Evolution
Sam Vassa is the Chief Executive Officer of Payment Evolution, a company specializing in innovative payment solutions.
Sir Tim Berners-Lee
Founder at World Wide Web
Sir Tim Berners-Lee is the inventor of the World Wide Web, revolutionizing the way information is shared and accessed globally.
Sue Britton
CEO at Fintech Growth Syndicate
Sue Britton is the Chief Executive Officer of Fintech Growth Syndicate, supporting the growth of Canada's fintech companies.
Victor G. Dodig
President & CEO at CIBC
Victor G. Dodig is the President and Chief Executive Officer of CIBC, leading the bank's strategic direction and operations.
Event Details
- Date
- May 14-16, 2019
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
- Beanfield Centre
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Industry leaders, innovators, and professionals in the payments sector
- Attendees
- Over 1,800