Leading Transformation:
Building a Culture of Innovation in Banking
October 23, 2025
11:00 PT / 13:00 CT / 14:00 ET
Technology alone doesn’t drive transformation – people and culture are at the heart of innovation. Creating an environment where innovation thrives is one of banking’s biggest leadership challenges.
In this live panel we’ll hear from leaders building cultures of agility, collaboration, and accountability, while meeting the demands of a highly regulated industry.
From inspiring teams and rewarding creativity to sustaining momentum in the face of disruption, this discussion is for those leading transformation.
Kavita Kurella
Senior Vice President, Director of Product Strategy and Merchant Services
Citizens Bank
Kristen Berman
CEO
Irrational Labs
Greg Bledsoe
VP Identity Management
Synchrony Financial
Christene Whitman
Director, Compliance and BSA Officer
Truliant Federal Credit Union
Mark Johnstone
Director
Banking Transformation Summit
Todd Purcell
Head of Digital Strategy
TD Bank
Stephanie Richard
Chief Risk Officer
Ally
Atul Subbiah
Managing Director
Accenture
Sidharth Pande
Group Product Manager
U.S. Bank
Mark Johnstone
Director
MoneyNext
A Q&A-driven, fast-paced panel discussion, with questions taken live from the audience and put directly to the panellists. No fluff – just real-world insights, examples, and honest discussion.