Geopolitics and FinTech

1 Court Street,Boston MA 02108

04 May, 2022

Description

The impact of geopolitical, social and cultural uncertainties on the development, growth of and opportunities in fintech. In 2021, geopolitical risk and technology intersected in what feels like an inflection point. In 2022, geopolitical events continue to drive challenges and opportunities for financial services. We are curious how and if fintech can influence the current state of global affairs and what has this meant for the current and future state of Fintech? On Wednesday, May 4th, FintechWomen, the Suffolk University Finance Department and Fintech Women Suffolk University Chapter invite you to join us, in-person, to discuss this question and once again experience live networking. China's continued lockdown, growing inflation in the US and across the world, the Russia/Ukraine conflict - all contribute to geopolitical unrest and increased uncertainty. The shockwaves are hitting nearly all corners of the global economy, including fintech. A venture capitalist and fintech investor recently tweeted, "As almost all tech companies have some exposure to Ukraine / Russia…. every CEO is now a 'war-time' CEO." In an informal fireside chat, we'll discuss the impact and challenges generated by these powerful global issues. Attendees can join in, sharing their thoughts during a vibrant group discussion, that ultimately delivers personal observations and advice for women, and women interested in fintech, during these turbulent times. About our Guest Speaker: Viji Krishnan was until very recently Chief Revenue Officer at S&P Market Intelligence. In this role, she was accountable for achieving revenue goals for a $2bn BU and improving productivity across all client-facing functions. Previously Viji held several senior leadership positions in the Information Services Industry, including Managing Director of International Markets at Clarivate, Managing Director of CompuMark, and Senior Vice President of Editorial Operations at Thomson Reuters. Viji is also on the board of Goddard House, one of the oldest elder care facility in MA. Viji considers herself a global citizen, having worked and lived in three continents worldwide and has currently dropped anchor in Greater Boston with her husband, son, and dog. Viji holds a master's degree from the CASS Business School in London and a bachelor's degree from Madras University in India. She is an avid reader and traveler and has recently taken up gardening over COVID.