The Rise of Fintech: Integrating Finance with Technology

Conference/Presentation

In Person

Date: Oct. 10, 2018

Evening Discussion
Wednesday, October 10, 6 PM

Fintech is changing the usual methods of traditional banking. From investing services to crowdfunding to financial management platforms, these financial products are now becoming mainstream and widely adopted by consumers through mobile devices. With fintech on the rise, many questions abound. How are traditional banks responding to the fintech revolution? Will banks and fintech companies engage in partnerships? How will the financial services landscape change in the years to come? In this program, our panel of experts discuss key trends that are driving fintech growth in Japan and the United States, the barriers and opportunities for fintech innovation, and the future of fintech and banking.

Speakers:
Usman Ahmed, Head of Global Public Policy, Paypal
Natalie Shiori Fleming, Founding Board Member, Fintech Association of Japan; Director, Banking & Regulatory Relations – Asia Pacific, Payoneer
Maria Gotsch, President & Chief Executive Officer, Partnership Fund for New York City
Julapa Jagtiani, Senior Special Advisor, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
Luis Valdich, Managing Director, Venture Investing, Citibank

Moderator:
Anna Irrera, Fintech Correspondent, Reuters

Agenda

6:00-6:30 PM
Registration

6:30-8:15 PM
Lecture, Discussion and Q&A

8:15-8:45 PM
Reception

Admission:
Non-members: $20
Japan Society Corporate Members: Free, up to designated number of tickets; additional tickets $15
Japan Society Individual Members at Patron Circle level and above: $15
Academic and government: $15

Seating is available on a first come, first served basis.

Prepayment must be made with a credit card. All cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the event.

For more information, please contact the Business and Policy Program at 212-715-1208 or email register@japansociety.org. 

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