08:30 - 09:00
Arrival, registration & breakfast networking
09:00 - 09:15
Introduction from the Network Group & Chairperson
A brief introduction to the event software, SNS — this software, unique to the industry, empowers our attendees to make the most effective use of their time at the event by maximising networking opportunities. The software designs a personalised agenda & enables attendees to arrange one-to-one meetings with each other. This will be followed by a welcome from the Chairperson.
Mikhael Mazu, Head of Metadata Data Management – Group Architecture, Deutsche Bank
09:15 - 09:45
Incorporating Data Analytics to Develop Company Performance Measures
- Selecting company data to determine metrics for evaluating business performance
- Guidance on establishing KPIs based on company data to inform organisational goals & targets
- Utilising data analytics to compare business performance against competitors & sector benchmarks
Claudia Villasis-Wallraff, Head of Data Driven Treasury, Deutsche Bank
09:45 - 10:15
Reducing the Cost of Regulation to Ensure Compliance with Financial Sector Rules
- Guidance on conducting regular audits of data strategies to save company resources
- Implementing automated data collection processes to save costs & reduce non-compliance with sector controls
- Tools & resources for reporting company data & demonstrating regulatory compliance
Helen Packard, Data Strategy Lead, Financial Conduct Authority
10:15 -10:45
Implementing Predictive Analysis Tools to Forecast Future Sector Trends
- Evaluating historical data to identify potential business opportunities for our clients and their customers
- Incorporating predictive analysis into merchant acquisition
- Understanding customer transaction history to inform priorities for future client engagement strategies
Jean Ortiz Perez, Director of Data & Analytics – Valuedynamx, Collinson
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee break & networking
11:00 - 11:25
Workshop 1
The Unsung Hero: How Data Management is the Key to Supercharging Generative AI Strategies
Steve Holyer, Head of Data Platform (North EMEA), Informatica
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Open Forum Think Tank
Harnessing the power of Gen AI & Analytics
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Open Forum Think Tank
Data Security & Privacy to Combat Fraud
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Data Privacy/Security
- AI/Machine Learning
- Generative AI & LLM’s
- Fraud Detection & Analytics
- Big Data
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Data Management
- Advanced Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Data Integration
- Data Visualisation
- Digital Transformation
- DataOps
- Data Skills & Literacy
- Data, AI & Analytics Consulting
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Business Transformation
14:00 - 14:35
Integrating AI to Improve Efficiency in Internal Processes & Increase Profits
- Incorporating AI to visualise performance data & address unprofitable areas of business
- Embedding AI tools to free up staff time & resources & focus on strategic tasks
- Utilising AI systems to inform trading & investment decision-making
Shan Lodh, Director of Data Platforms, Shawbrook Bank
Stream 2 - Finance & Data
14:00 - 14:35
Evaluating Data Sources to Inform Credit Scoring & Underwriting
- Widening customer data collections to improve the accuracy of credit scoring
- Using predictive data models to tackle bias in decision-making processes in credit underwriting
- Data-informed approaches to credit assessments to identify customers at risk of defaulting on loans
Jon Roughley, Director, Data Strategy Innovation (UK&I), Experian
14:35 - 15:10
Driving Change & Strategic Alignment with Data
- Utilising data to inform business strategies
- Evaluating data to identify areas for organisational improvement
- Collecting data to support business strategy
Mikhael Mazu, Head of Metadata Data Management – Group Architecture, Deutsche Bank
15:10 - 15:25
Coffee break & networking
15:25 - 15:50
Open Forum Think Tank
Unlocking Business Value in every Department
Rebecca Fitzgerald, Director of Data, Yorkshire Building Society
15:50 - 16:15
Networking
16:15 - 16:40
Open Forum Think Tank
Data Driven Risk Management
Simon Barry, Head of Data Integrity, GTN
16:40 - 17:05
Networking
15:15 – 17:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Data Privacy/Security
- AI/Machine Learning
- Generative AI & LLM’s
- Fraud Detection & Analytics
- Big Data
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Data Management
- Advanced Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Data Integration
- Data Visualisation
- Digital Transformation
- DataOps
- Data Skills & Literacy
- Data, AI & Analytics Consulting
17:05 - 17:50
Panel Discussion: Leveraging Data to Create Competitive Advantages
• Analysing customer data to identify commercial gaps in the market & new business opportunities
• Evaluating organisational financial data to inform risk decision-making by senior leaders
• Utilising performance data of rival companies to demonstrate how your organisation outperforms competitors
Jaakko Kooroshy, Global Head, Sustainable Investment Research, London Stock Exchange Group
Mark Howden, Head of Data & Analytics, Santander Private Banking
Rebecca Fitzgerald, Director of Data, Yorkshire Building Society
Damola Da Silva, Head of Data, Pay.UK
19:00
NETWORKING DINNER & DRINKS RECEPTION
08:30 - 09:00
Morning registration & breakfast
Informal Networking over breakfast before the sessions begin.
09:00 - 10:10
Roundtable discussions
Join group discussions with your peers on some of the most challenging & significant data topics—please confirm attendance prior to the session. Each host will facilitate the discussion & give a short presentation of key findings in the wrap up session.
Roundtable 1: Data Quality
Kiran Bal, Group Head of Data Management Analysis & Services, Lloyds Banking Group
Roundtable 2: Generative AI
Heinrich Kaniude, Director of Predictive & Behavioural Analytics, UBS
Roundtable 3: Data Linkage
Gareth Hagger-Johnson, Director of Data Strategy, The Nottingham
Roundtable 4: Data Risk Management
Leanne Bridges, Head of Data Risk, Nationwide Building Society
Roundtable 5: Sustainability & Data
Jaakko Kooroshy, Global Head, Sustainable Investment Research, London Stock Exchange Group
Roundtable 6: Data Architecture
Richard Stephen, Head of Data Architecture & Systems Development, Impax Asset Management
10:10 - 10:45
Wrap-up session
Each host gives a short overview of key findings from their discussion & creates an ideas board to be distributed post event with the presentations.
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee break & networking
11:00 - 11:25
Open Forum Think Tank
Data Leadership for Driving Organisational Success
Damola Da Silva, Head of Data, Pay.UK
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Open Forum Think Tank
Innovative Data Driven Initiatives
Leanne Bridges, Head of Data Risk, Nationwide Building Society
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Open Forum Think Tank
Data Talent, Upskilling & Internal Education
Leanne Bridges, Head of Data Risk, Nationwide Building Society
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Data Privacy/Security
- AI/Machine Learning
- Generative AI & LLM’s
- Fraud Detection & Analytics
- Big Data
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Data Management
- Advanced Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Data Integration
- Data Visualisation
- Digital Transformation
- DataOps
- Data Skills & Literacy
- Data, AI & Analytics Consulting
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Data Management
14:00 - 14:35
Implementing Group Data Policies to Uphold Data Quality
- Creating guidelines and best practices for Data Quality through Group Data Policy
- Ensuring Producer & Consumer accountabilities are understood
- Getting “buy-in” from Group Executive Members
Kiran Bal, Group Head of Data Management Analysis & Services, Lloyds Banking Group
Stream 2 - Data & Company Growth
14:00 - 14:35
Unleashing the Power of People Analytics: Data-Driven Approach to Top Talent Retention
- The Global War for Talent: Why retaining top talent is more important than ever
- Data-Driven Insights: How Worldline leverages staff data to build a comprehensive picture of employee potential
- Tailored Retention Strategies: Creating data-driven programs to nurture & retain top talent
Gishan Nissanka, Group Head of People Intelligence, Worldline
14:35 - 15:10
Incorporating Generative AI & Navigating the Wave of Legal Change
- Securing buy-in from boards to ensure additional resources to invest in GenAI – leveraging the impacts of legal & regulatory change
- Staff training tools & policies to support employees integrate generative AI into existing working processes
- Practical guidance around navigating legal & regulatory change – How best to incorporate GenAI in anticipation of such changes
Adam Baldwin, Head of Data & Digital Advisory (Legal, Regulatory & Compliance), BNP Paribas
15:10 - 15:55
Panel Discussion: Data-Informed Approaches to Enhancing Customer Experiences
- Segmenting customers according to demographic data to identify & address the specific needs of different
customer groups & improve client retention - Collecting customer data to deliver personalised products & tailored brand experiences
- Evaluating client feedback to highlight areas for improvement within the customer journey
Mark Howden, Head of Data & Analytics, Santander Private Banking
Sarah Lambert, Head of IT Governance, PayPoint
Gareth Hagger-Johnson, Director of Data Strategy, The Nottingham
Jay Borkakoti, Head of Data Products, Simply Business
15:55 - 16:00
Chairpersons closing remarks