Current Speakers Europe

Hiek Van der Scheer is a passionate Change Leader focusing on digital, technology-lead transformation. Within this sphere, I have built up deep expertise on how business can derive value from Data, Analytics, AI and Technology. I drive digital transformations from strategy to implementation, have a track record on realizing impact while ensuring a sustainable foundation. I set the agenda on innovations in the core, adjacent and transformational areas, including building partnerships and new eco-systems. To achieve this change, I initiate programs to build capabilities across the organization focusing on skills as well as the mindset and culture. In my current role I am responsible for ABN AMRO’s data management and governance.

I have worked across the globe for various industries ranging from Insurance, Banking, Telco, Energy, Electronics to Online gaming.

Andrew Harrison’s career has focused on the development and control of complex technology-driven innovative systems in Financial Services, Technology, and the Public Sector. He has worked with Deloitte, HSBC, Thomson Reuters F&R GRC (bought by LSEG), and startups, across the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands.

He currently serves as GenAI Governance Advisor at ABN AMRO Bank N.V. in the Netherlands, where he also worked as an AI Engineer and AI Analytics Lead in Strategy & Innovation. His focus is on controlled acceleration of GenAI within the bank, through governance upgrades, providing subject matter expertise, and practically implementing the EU AI Act. He is also co-founder/CEO of medtech startup SanguisAI.

Andrew marries deep technical and analytical understanding, with expertise in operational process design, and complex systems thinking. He is deeply passionate about all aspects of AI; technical developments, governance, law, risk management, policy, existential safety, and ethics. 

Ali Erdem Silan has worked in different industries at global organizations, particularly specializing in technology and digital transformation. Working at Accenture and Mercedes-Benz on diverse IT projects helped Erdem dive deep into the world of digitalization, leading to initiating intelligent automation at Mercedes-Benz. Upon that he worked at Roboyo as managing consultant with primary focus on hyperautomation transformation and strategy, delivering large-scale automation programs to various industries, as well as defining CoE establishment and scaling strategies. Erdem’s actual role is to lead the Intelligent Automation CoE for ING Wholesale Banking globally with a globally formed team to drive organizational efficiency through end-to-end solutions leveraging intelligent automation and AI.

Ula Antonkiewicz-Kotla is a Risk professional, with 22 years of banking experience: 17 years in Risk Management, building and managing teams responsible for: Basel (RWA, ICAAP, Stress Testing), IFRS, Credit Risk, Model Risk, Risk Reporting, Risk Models development, Risk Tech Innovation & Automation, Data Management. 5 years’ experience in Consumer Business, leading data driven business (AI/ML based). Working in different geographies (London, New York, Singapore). Executive MBA, MS in Finance & Banking. Currently Ula is responsible for Data Governance and Risk Processes Automation in Risk Management, Citi

Dr. Caroline Löffler is an Enthusiastic digital leader with almost 15 years of experience in digitization, data science and data-driven decision making in risk management, finance and the energy sector.

Eager to develop agile, cross-functional teams. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer and stakeholder satisfaction. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in an innovative environment.

Burak is the Head of Core Banking development at Credit Europe Bank where he leads development of cutting-edge banking applications with a focus on modernizing legacy systems and implementing scalable, future-proof solutions. His deep understanding of the banking business enables seamless communication and collaboration between business and technology groups to drive innovation and operational efficiency.

As a Vice President for Big Data and Cloud architecture, Frank Kartmann contributes at Deutsche Bank to shaping the bank’s data infrastructure and Cloud strategy, ensuring they align with the organisation’s objectives and industry best practices. His expertise helps driving the bank’s digital transformation initiatives from the data management and provision decisions by defining the Big Data and Cloud strategies to the final data use in the bank implementing Machine Learning and Generative AI use cases.

With over 20 years of cross-industry experience, Amgad Muhammad is a strategic leader in Data and AI. Currently, he leads Data and AI initiatives at NN Group, where he designs and implements strategies to optimize company-wide operations through advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence.

His global journey—from the heart of Europe to Silicon Valley, the Middle East, and back to Amsterdam—has enriched his expertise in scaling AI deployment, driving digital transformation, and improving efficiency across finance, retail, and security sectors.

Throughout his career, Amgad has transformed theoretical AI concepts into impactful real-world applications. He has led diverse, high-performing teams globally, achieving substantial business growth by leveraging data and AI.

As a published author and award-winning researcher, he is passionate about helping organizations navigate AI transformation. He leverages data and AI to drive innovation and help businesses achieve industry leadership.

Let’s connect to discuss how strategic data and AI implementation can transform your business.

At WallStreetDocs, we build automation solutions for the financial industry with a focus on structured products and OTC derivatives.

Experienced general manager with specialty to manage high growth Ventures, Product- or Business Units from an early stage to a sustainable and profitable level.
Product innovator with drive to come to tangible results.
Ability to speak the language of all stakeholders; from executive to operations; from shareholder to customer;

Specialties: managing entre- or intrapreneurial projects during their various corporate development stages; business development; product marketing; strategic partner development;
corporate finance management (fund raising, shareholder relationship management,..);

Aart Miedema is responsible for Conversational AI and Generative AI at Rabobank, the leading bank in the Netherlands. He has years of experience in designing and implementing complex AI solutions with various hardware, software, and integration challenges. Aart is passionate about exploring the potential of enterprise AI and how it can transform businesses and society.
Before joining Rabobank, Aart Miedema was responsible for the business unit OEM, Edge, AI & IoT at H&R Business IT Solutions. During his tenure H&R won the award for “OEM Integrator of the Year 2020” by Hewlett Packard Enterprise for their strong expertise in integrating multiple high-tech components into end-to-end Enterprise solutions.

Accomplished CTO/CIO with a proven track record in the financial services sector, delivering innovative, industry-leading solutions. Recognised for thought leadership, including conference presentations and advisory roles across various organisations. Possesses in-depth expertise in Artificial Intelligence and its practical applications, with a strong passion for hands-on software development using Databricks and Python, particularly in leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and Agentic AI.

WPA Health Insurance are a specialist health insurer with origins tracing back to 1901. We are not motivated by profit, but by fulfilling our purpose to provide our members with access to the best healthcare available in the UK. Our focus is always on delivering innovative services – blending award winning technology and expert care to deliver a truly exceptional service.

Francesco Sardina is a Data Analytics Officer at MUFG Bank Europe, where he manages data quality issues and supports remediation efforts across departments and stakeholders at the Amsterdam European headquarter and subsidiaries across Europe. He works closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve data inconsistencies, strengthening the foundation of reporting and ensuring system integrity.

Previously, Francesco served as a Senior Business Analyst in fintech and as a Market Risk Manager in banking and consulting across multiple countries. As the first employee at a RegTech startup, he led the development of tailored reporting solutions for the asset management industry, gaining hands-on experience with regulatory frameworks such as CRR II/III and Solvency II.

As a Financial Crime Strategy lead, I specialise in designing risk-based regulatory solutions for new products, propositions, and processes within Financial Institutions and Fintechs.
With over 20 years of experience in the Financial Services industry and credentials from the CFA Institute, the Institute of Financial Services, and the International Compliance Association, I work with cross-functional teams to build out CDD, EDD and Financial Crime functions that promote new technology adoption, new ways of working and targeted risk-based Policies and Procedures; balancing regulatory obligations, with revenue and growth.
I am passionate about FinTech innovation in the Financial Crime domain. I leverage my insights and expertise in Financial Crime, Regulatory Technology, and Risk-Based Solutions to contribute to the overall growth and success of business Ventures in the UK and globally.

Oscar is the Head of Tech Transformation & Architecture at Swiss Re Asset Management. He leads a global team with the mission to modernize and simplify the tech landscape, foster a data-driven culture and smartly adopt generative AI, guiding Asset Management towards becoming a fully digital organization. Oscar has an extensive background on tech enabled innovation and transformation, with over 15 years of leadership experience in multiple verticals and industries. He holds a Master’s Degree on Telecommunications Engineering, an Executive Certificate from the MIT on Innovation & Strategy, and is a certified practitioner on Project & Change Management.

Experienced network leader and analyst in financial services and IT.
Focus on strategy, innovation and development with strong combination of innovation theory and practice including an industrial PhD in collaborative innovation.
Practised event moderator with large Danish and International network in the Fintech Area
Background in economics (master in economics and e-mba) and experience in financial services, digitization and IT.

I am a Co-Foiunder and Managing Director of Finthropology. I have 20 years of experience designing and implementing projects, directing teams, managing budgets, and producing outputs for diverse audiences.

* Research strategy, design and implementation
* Cross-sector collaborations (industry, academia, government, NGOs)
* Writing about financial behaviour and human-technology interaction

My topical specialisation is in anthropology, financial behaviour and technology:

* How ICTs are changing financial behaviour
* Adapting research methods to changing practices
* Financial stress & financial inclusion
* Impact of new regulations & products on consumers
* How economic values & attitudes shape society
* Business adaptation to changing consumer, regulatory, & technical markets