Archives: Speakers

Thomas Eatmon is the Head of Responsible AI at Danske Bank, where he leads initiatives to ensure ethical, transparent, and accountable AI development and deployment. With a strong background governance and a passion for aligning technology with societal values, Thomas brings strategic insight and practical expertise to the forefront of responsible innovation. As a member of the Advisory Board, he contributes thought leadership at the intersection of AI, ethics, and policy.

Mattias Forsberg is CIO at Futur Pension, one of Sweden’s leading life insurance companies, where he drives digital transformation and the strategic use of AI to enhance efficiency and customer experience.

With over 25 years in technology leadership, including roles as CTO at Qliro and Head of Strategy & Software Engineering at SEB, Mattias has led major cloud, data, and agile transformations across financial services, fintech and telecom.

A passionate promotor for innovation and high-performing teams, he believes AI will redefine how financial institutions create value and serve customers in the months and years ahead.

With 25 years of experience, Lauri is a seasoned leader who enjoys driving change, coaching teams to exceed expectations, and implementing innovative solutions that solve customer problems and deliver value. He is known for his talent in simplifying complex concepts and bridging the gap between technical innovation and business value. In his current role, Lauri leads retail banking transformation by weaving together AI, automation, process management, and analytics. His mission is to make OP a true AI-first bank.

Karianne Lien Sundahl is an experienced senior leader in the field of data, analytics, and AI. She is currently the Head of Data and AI in Storebrand. Karianne holds a Master of Science in Industrial Mathematics from NTNU and has worked with data and insights for leading Norwegian companies, such as Telenor and Vipps before joining Storebrand.

Anja Hannerz is Group Head of Sustainability at Nordea responsible for the Nordic expert team driving Nordea’s strategic sustainability priorities including including thematic and impact analysis, governance and regulatory implementation. She also holds the Nordic chair of the UNEP FI banking board and and a member of the board at the Swedish research center Sustainable Finance lab.

Anja has 25 years of experience from the Nordic financial sector, having led large business transformation projects ESG factor integration, financial risk infrastructure and operational efficiency. With her deep knowledge from leading complex projects, she has pioneered inclusive leadership and organisational development through continuous improvements throughout her career.

Before joining Nordea, Anja held several different senior leadership roles within the Swedish commercial bank Handelsbanken Group, most recently as CFO Sweden and CRO of the mortgage institute Stadshypotek. She holds a Master’s degree in Finance from Gothenburg school of Economics and Law and is based in Stockholm, Sweden.

Kumire is a Lead Analyst specialising in banking and payments, with over ten years of experience across financial services, fintech, and digital innovation. She works with financial institutions, technology providers, and industry stakeholders globally, providing insight on strategy, digital transformation, and the evolving competitive landscape in financial services. Her expertise spans retail and commercial banking, payments, and the role of technology in shaping new financial service models. Joanne’s work focuses on how institutions adapt to changing customer expectations, regulatory developments, and the growing influence of digital ecosystems. Known for combining robust market intelligence with forward-looking strategic insight, Joanne supports senior leaders in identifying opportunities for innovation and sustainable growth. Through her research and advisory work, she helps organisations understand how digital transformation is reshaping financial services and what it means for the future of banking, payments, and adjacent sectors such as wealth management.