About this Event
Join us for an evening of insights, networking, and big ideas as we explore the forces reshaping finance in an AI-powered world. This edition of Innovation Series is co-hosted by the London Business School San Francisco Alumni Club and the Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco and Silicon Valley, bringing together leaders from global finance, startups, and technology to examine how innovation, partnerships, and disruption are defining the future of fintech.
Be part of the conversation as global leaders and entrepreneurs unpack what’s next for financial services in an AI-first world. Why Attend:
- Hear directly from top leaders like Anna Marrs (Amex), Greg Smith (FT Partners), and Scott Weller (EnFi).
- Gain insights into AI adoption, innovation, and the future of financial services.
- Expand your network with 100+ executives, investors, and alumni from LBS, Kellogg, and beyond.
- Join a dynamic panel and fireside chat designed to spark candid discussion and actionable ideas.
Featuring
Fireside Chat with Anna Marrs, Group President of Global Merchant & Network Services at American Express
Moderated by Stacie Morris, Principal, Lumen Advisory Group
Anna Marrs will share her perspective from the intersection of large-scale finance, digital reinvention, and AI strategy. Leading Amex’s global merchant relationships, payments network, strategic partnerships, and risk, she is driving initiatives like 100% AI/ML-based fraud detection, expanded technology investments for small businesses, and global partnership growth in markets such as Japan and Australia.
Panel with Anna Marrs, Group President at American Express, Greg Smith, Managing Director at FT Partners, and Scott Weller, CTO & Co-Founder of EnFi
Moderated by Stacie Morris, Principal, Lumen Advisory Group
Explore how startups and incumbents navigate disruption, embrace innovation, and scale in a rapidly evolving fintech landscape. Gain insights on emerging trends, global shifts, and opportunities to create value across the ecosystem.
Agenda
6:00 - 6:30 pm Networking & Welcome Refreshments. Connect with fellow innovators, investors, and industry leaders before the program begins.
6:30 - 7:00 pm Fireside Chat with Anna Marrs. Moderated by Stacie Morris — A candid conversation on innovation, AI-powered transformation, and scaling trust in financial systems.
7:00 - 7:45 pm Panel Discussion with Anna Marrs, Greg Smith, and Scott Weller. Moderated by Stacie Morris — Explore how startups and incumbents navigate disruption, global shifts, and the next wave of fintech growth.
7:45 - 9:00 pm Networking Reception. Continue the conversation, spark new connections, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Tickets:
Early Bird until Sep 8th : $45
After September 8th: $55
No refunds
Ticket price includes appetizers and 2 drinks
Contact: [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Northwestern SF Campus, 44 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, United States
USD 49.87 to USD 60.54
