NO MORE BAND-AIDS.
THE TIME HAS COME FOR THE
FIRST-EVER

FINTECH
SECURITY SUMMIT

PRESENTED BY

SPONSORED BY


MEDIA PARTNER

Security is the key to unlocking the future of a safer, more inclusive fintech ecosystem

With fraud and identity theft on the rise, fintechs can’t afford to ignore the intersection of security and accessibility any longer.

​This Summit is designed to tackle that challenge head-on.

​Join us as we bring together fintech trailblazers, risk experts, and innovators to push boundaries, spark innovation, and lead the way in creating a fintech landscape that’s both secure and user-friendly. 

​So, are you ready to dive deep into the future of fintech security?

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    VALUE-DRIVEN CONTENT. expert-led discussions, exclusive insights, and actionable strategies designed to drive business growth, investment opportunities, and industry innovation.

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    A Curated network of fintech founders, investors, and executives, creating an ideal environment for high-value connections, strategic partnerships, and industry-shaping conversations.

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    Elevated experiences with thoughtfully designed spaces and seamless event flow, creating an atmosphere that inspires meaningful connections, engaging discussions, and high-impact collaborations.

  • 🦹‍♀️

    CYBER SUPERHEROES. ENJOY world-class speaker faculty of visionary founders, top investors, and industry pioneers, that are driving the future of fintech.

  • 🗽

    NYC OR NOWHERE. Capture the energy and influence of New York City, where top fintech leaders, investors, and founders from around the world connect to drive the global future of finance.

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    REAL THOUGHT LEADERSHIP. As a Fintech Journalist, Nicole combines insights from on-the-record interviews with hundreds of fintech CEOs, finance titans, investors, and business leaders to curate an unforgettable event experience.

FINTECH
SECURITY SUMMIT

The HALL @ THE TIMES CENTER
NEW YORK TIMES BUILDING
242 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036

APRIL 23RD
1:00PM - 8:00PM

MEET YOUR HOSTS…

Frances Zelazny is Co-Founder & CEO of Anonybit, a pioneering decentralized biometrics infrastructure reshaping user privacy and digital security. With 25+ years in scaling enterprise SaaS companies across cyber, fintech, digital identity, and analytics, she is known for her visionary leadership and operational excellence.

​A fierce advocate for responsible use of biometrics, Frances has played a pivotal role in shaping how biometrics are used around the world. She’s worked closely with private sector, government officials and multilateral organizations to shape biometrics policy for social and economic development.

​Her prior roles centered around marketing and strategy at L-1 Identity Solutions (now Idemia), BioCatch, MyCheck (now Shiji Group), Signals Analytics (now Skai), and CommerceIQ.

Awards and Recognition: 

Women in Fintech Power 100 
SIA’s Women in Security Forum Power 100’s
“Globee's Female Visionary Award” & “ Inspiring Female Founder”
2024 Inspiring Females in Fintech 

Nicole Casperson is an award-winning journalist, AUTHOR, content director, professor, and leading voice in fintech.

As the Founder & CEO of Fintech Is Femme, she leads a thriving media platform and community of over 50,000 fintech leaders dedicated to shaping a more inclusive financial landscape.

Leveraging her extensive background as a former finance reporter and editor specializing in B2B sectors, Nicole provides trusted insights and analysis through her must-read newsletter, podcastS, and event series.

Nicole's impactful contributions span prestigious speaking engagements, regular features in Forbes, and the release of her debut book, Fintech Feminists,

PUBLISHED BY WILEY, THE BOOK COVERS THE PROFILES OF 40+ leaders in fintech and exemplifies fintech is femme’s mission to unlock a better financial future for the world.

Awards and Recognition: 

100 Most Influential in Fintech on Linkedin Worldwide. 
#2 Most Influential Woman in Fintech on LinkedIn - US 
Top 50 Women in Media 2024 
2024 & 2022 Inspiring Females in Fintech 
Wave Elevates Creatives Fund Recipient 2024 
#1 New Release for Fintech Feminists on Amazon Books 
Named one of Financial Planning’s “20 People Who Will Shape Wealth Management in 2025.”

Meet our speakers

  • Nicole Casperson

    Nicole Casperson

    founder & ceo, fintech is femme media

  • Frances Zelazny

    Frances Zelazny

    Founder & CEO, Anonybit

  • Al Pascual

    Al Pascual

    CEO, Scamnetic

  • Alexey Khitrov

    Alexey Khitrov

    Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, Mitek

  • Ambar Vitelli

    Ambar Vitelli

    Innovation Lead, NayaOne

  • Amnon Malul

    Amnon Malul

    Associate Broker, City Connections Realty

  • Anat Goldstein

    Anat Goldstein

    Co-Founder, FinOptima Solutions

  • Arjun Bhatnagar

    Arjun Bhatnagar

    CEO, Cloaked

  • ARUNA RAWAT

    ARUNA RAWAT

    Chief Information Security Officer, PURE Insurance

  • Brett Johnson

    Brett Johnson

    Original Internet Godfather”

  • Brian Russell

    Brian Russell

    Founder & CEO, DaVinci Partners Consulting LLC

  • Dan Ganopolsky

    Dan Ganopolsky

    Head of Core Banking, Payments and Fraud Product and Technology, Forbright Bank

  • Doron Goldstein

    Doron Goldstein

    Partner, Withersworldwide

  • Jeremiah Mason

    Jeremiah Mason

    Chief Product Officer, Anonybit

  • Lisa Brandes

    Lisa Brandes

    Director-Investments, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc

  • Maxine Most

    Maxine Most

    Principal Analyst, Chief Strategist, Acuity Market Intelligence

  • Nikolaus Walser

    Nikolaus Walser

    Global Head of Risk and Identity Strategy, Visa

  • Penny Crosman

    Penny Crosman

    Executive Editor, Technology, American Banker

  • Raphael Reznek

    Raphael Reznek

    Chief Technology Officer, Mascoma Bank

  • Rivka Little

    Rivka Little

    Chief of Staff, Socure

  • Siya Vansia

    Siya Vansia

    Chief Brand & Innovation Officer, ConnectOne Bank

  • Susan Amick

    Susan Amick

    VP of Business Development, ROC

  • COMING SOON...

    Additional speakers TBA!

THE VENUE

THE TIMES CENTER
NEW YORK TIMES BUILDING
242 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036

TWO STAGES. DOUBLE THE IMPACT.

After making history with an unforgettable SOLD-OUT inaugural event in 2024, Nicole Casperson and the Fintech Is Femme team are back—and we’re ready to make an even bigger splash.

​This year’s theme is Fintech Redefined.

​Fintech is stepping up in a big way. Startups, investors, and banking partners have never been more crucial in solving some of the most pressing challenges facing our economy today.

​At this year’s summit, you’ll hear from fintech’s most influential leaders, engage in high-energy networking sessions with powerhouse professionals, and walk away with actionable insights that will propel your career forward

The MAINSTAGE @ THE TIMES CENTER
NEW YORK TIMES BUILDING
242 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036

APRIL 23RD
12:00PM - 8:00PM

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