BFSI Nexus Conference

May 4th & 5th 2026

The Westin Jersey City Newport, NJ, USA

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Advancing Excellence in BFSI Innovation



The BFSI Nexus Conference is an exclusive, invitation-only forum that brings together senior leaders and decision-makers from the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sectors alongside innovative technology partners and solution providers. Designed to foster meaningful dialogue, the conference delivers carefully curated content that addresses the industry’s most pressing challenges, explores evolving regulatory and market dynamics, and highlights practical, forward-looking strategies successfully adopted by industry pioneers.

A Premium, All-Inclusive Experience

Every BFSI Nexus delegate is treated as a VIP. From curated networking opportunities to thoughtfully designed conference experiences, the event prioritizes both professional engagement and personal comfort, creating the ideal environment for meaningful dialogue, knowledge sharing, and strategic partnerships across the BFSI ecosystem.

Driving Conversations in BFSI Innovation

This is not a conventional conference or trade show. BFSI Nexus is purposefully structured to bring together senior banking, financial services, and insurance leaders in a focused setting that encourages informed discussions, peer-to-peer learning, and actionable insights shaping the future of BFSI.

Curated One-to-One Engagements

Connect with fellow delegates through dedicated one-to-one meetings available throughout the conference. This flexible format allows you to engage at your own pace, explore strategic collaborations, exchange best practices, and maximize the value of every interaction.

Who Should Attend?

By Seniority Level
30%
43%
22%
5%
Top Management (C-Suite, Presidents)
Senior Management (VPs, Heads)
Middle Management (Directors, Managers)
Others
By Geographical
50%
25%
12%
10%
3%
East Coast, USA
West Coast, USA
Europe
Central USA
Other
  • Digital Banking
  • Retail Bank
  • Digital Payments & Cards
  • Digital Asset Risk
  • Digital Strategy and Innovation, Wholesale Bank
  • Emerging Tech & Innovation
  • Credit Risk
  • Treasury & Payments
  • Cash Management and Payments Product
  • Cross-Currency
  • Global Investigations, Internal and Cyber Fraud Investigator
  • FinCrime Services Strategy and Operations
  • Insurance business development
  • Transactional Banking
  • Lending Platforms & Products
  • ESG Credit Management
  • Financial Institutions Debt
  • Capital Markets
  • Market insurance lead
  • Insurance business development
  • Payments Products & Propositions
  • Chief Technology and Operations
  • Core Banking Transformation

Audience Includes

Retail & Commercial Banks
Digital Banks
Insurance Companies
Investment Firms / Banks
Credit Unions
Mortgage & Pension Funds Companies
Fintechs
Associations & Govt. Sectors

Our Industry Leaders

Meet the industry leaders transforming the future.

Alain DeSouza
Alain DeSouza

Vice President, Product & GTM

JP Morgan Chase

LinkedIn
Venugopal Vankadhara
Venugopal Vankadhara

Head of Global Capital Markets Technology

Bank of America Merrill Lynch

LinkedIn
Diego de Aragão, CFA
Diego de Aragao, CFA

SVP, Balance Sheet Management & Analytics

CITI

LinkedIn
David T. Vanalek
David T. Vanalek

SVP, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, Corporate Secretary

Richmond National

LinkedIn
Akshata Nayak
Akshata Nayak

Director-Treasurery

UBS

LinkedIn
Tipu Swaran, MBA
Tipu Swaran, MBA

Director - Technology Strategy & Digital Transformation

Discover

LinkedIn
Anjan Bhattacharya
Anjan Bhattacharya

Vice President - Cleared Derivatives & Collateral Technology

Bank of America

LinkedIn
Pablo Salazar, PhD, CFA
Pablo Salazar, PhD, CFA

Director Model Risk Management

Stellar Bank

LinkedIn
Halil Aksu
Halil Aksu

Co-founder and Co-CEO

Digitopia

LinkedIn
Michael Olechna
Michael Olechna

Product Marketing Manager

Guardsquare

LinkedIn
Paul S. Karoyan
Paul S. Karoyan

Business Banking Relationship Manager

New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)

LinkedIn
Arun Maheshwari
Arun Maheshwari

Executive Director-Global Head of Model Risk Control and Model Control Officer

Morgan Stanley

LinkedIn
Akant Punia
Akant Punia

Director, Strategy & Transformation

SMBC

LinkedIn
Kate Conroy, CTP
Kate Conroy, CTP

Head of Treasury Management

Cambridge Savings Bank

LinkedIn
Niharika (Nihar) Pilla
Niharika (Nihar) Pilla

VP, Enterprise Technology Digital Services

OneAZ Credit Union

LinkedIn
Krishan Sharma
Krishan Sharma

Senior Vice President

Citi

LinkedIn
Dan Dall'Asta
Dan Dall'Asta

General Partner

Citrine Capital

LinkedIn
Akhil Khunger
Akhil Khunger

VP Quantitative Analytics

Barclays

LinkedIn
Sven Trautner
Sven Trautner

Chief Strategy Officer & Head of Corporate Development

VIG RE-Vienna Insurance Group

LinkedIn
Aleksandra Anastasova
Aleksandra Anastasova

Global Markets Compliance Officer, Assistant Vice President

State Street

LinkedIn
Francesca Albino
Francesca Albino, CFA

Head of ESG Analysis

Generali Investments

LinkedIn
Bozena Adamczyk
Bozena Adamczyk

Partner

Truffle Capital

LinkedIn
Rachel Tshondo
Rachel Tshondo

Relationship Director VP Innovation Banking, National Lead on FinTech

Barclays UK

LinkedIn
Dr Lisa Cameron
Dr Lisa Cameron

Founder

UKUS Crypto Alliance

LinkedIn
Kelvin Ibrahim
Kelvin Ibrahim

Product Manager

Citi

LinkedIn
Ricardo Jimenez-Toral
Ricardo Jimenez-Toral

Head of Expat International Customer Acquisition

HSBC

LinkedIn

6 Reasons to Attend

Cutting-Edge Insights

Stay ahead of disruption with expert-led sessions on AI in finance, cybersecurity trends, digital transformation, and the future of fintech innovation.

Top-Tier Networking

Build meaningful connections with banking, insurance, and fintech leaders through curated networking sessions, executive roundtables, and 1:1 meetings.

Learn from Global Experts

Engage directly with global BFSI thought leaders, regulators, CIOs, CISOs, risk, compliance, and transformation leaders who are shaping the future of financial services, and take away proven strategies that drive real impact.

Interactive Formats

Participate in dynamic panels, real-time case studies, and hands-on workshops crafted to address current challenges and foster cross-sector collaboration.

Global Perspectives

Gain a broader understanding of international regulatory frameworks, cross-border data compliance, and global risk management strategies.

Future-Ready Strategies

Explore actionable strategies involving AI-driven compliance, fraud prevention, quantum-resistant security, and resilient infrastructure for a digital-first financial ecosystem.

What to expect at
the 2026 Edition

  • Cybersecurity & Risk Transformation
  • Next-Gen Payments & Customer Experience
  • Disruptive Ideas & Technologies
  • Digital Finance & Innovation

Connect with real transformation across the banking, financial services, and insurance sectors through practical insights, emerging technologies, and proven strategies shaping the future of BFSI.

  • Connect with Senior Leaders across Banking, Financial Services & Insurance
  • Gain Early Insights into Emerging BFSI Trends
  • Dedicated All-Day 1-on-1 Meetings with Decision-Makers

Our Partners

Our Previous Partners

Our Media Partners

Showcase Your Solutions at the BFSI

Take advantage of exclusive opportunities to present your expertise, showcase innovative financial solutions, and lead high-level discussions with senior banking, financial services, and insurance leaders. Position your organization at the forefront of BFSI transformation, digital innovation, and strategic excellence.

At the BFSI Nexus, your participation is active, not passive. Engage directly with decision-makers through presentations, panels, executive roundtables, solution demonstrations, and targeted one-to-one meetings. This is your chance to influence the conversation, highlight your capabilities, and build meaningful partnerships that drive real business impact.

Schedule At a Glance

8:00 am - 8:15 am
Registration
8:15 am - 8:20 am
Welcome & Chairperson Address
8:25 am - 8:45 am
Presentation 1
8:50 am - 9:10 am
Presentation 2
9:15 am - 10:10 am
Panel Discussion 1
10:15 am - 11:45 am
Networking Break
11:45 am - 12:05 pm
Presentation 3
12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
Presentation 4
12:35 pm - 12:55 pm
Presentation 5
1:00 pm - 1:40 pm
Lunch Break
Hot Buffet Lunch will be Served.
1:40 pm - 2:00 pm
Presentation 6
2:05 pm - 3:00 pm
Panel Discussion 2
3:05 pm - 3:25 pm
Presentation 7
3:30 pm - 3:55 pm
Presentation 8
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Networking Break
5:35 pm - 5:40 pm
Closing Remarks
8:00 am - 8:15 am
Registration
8:15 am - 8:20 am
Welcome & Chairperson Address
8:25 am - 8:45 am
Presentation 1
8:50 am - 9:10 am
Presentation 2
9:15 am - 10:10 am
Panel Discussion 1
10:15 am - 11:45 am
Networking Break
11:45 am - 12:05 pm
Presentation 3
12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
Presentation 4
12:35 pm - 12:55 pm
Presentation 5
1:00 pm - 1:40 pm
Lunch Break
Hot Buffet Lunch will be Served.
1:40 pm - 2:00 pm
Presentation 6
2:05 pm - 3:00 pm
Panel Discussion 2
3:05 pm - 3:25 pm
Presentation 7
3:30 pm - 3:55 pm
Presentation 8
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Networking Break
5:35 pm - 5:40 pm
Closing Remarks

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Venue

The Westin Jersey City Newport

Name: The Westin Jersey City Newport

Address: 479 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310, United States

Wi-Fi: Free

Parking: Available on-site

Hotel Reservation Link: We will be sharing a reservation link to help you secure accommodation at a special discounted rate.

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