CREATE A BETTER TOMORROW FOR ALL, TOGETHER

Offering unprecedented opportunity and equality for women in the payments industry.

Bespoke Content
Exclusive Networking

Are you ready to EMPOW(H)ER the payments industry? At TRANSACT, we're pioneering a new forum to drive real change and create an empowering payments community.

We're rallying the next generation of female payment leaders with engaging content, connecting them with other industry peers, and helping them hone their skills for career success. Through our mentorship program we seek meaningful relationships that can make a big impact on those who need it most.

Join us and help build a brighter tomorrow!

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26 AGENDA

8:00am

APR 26

45 MIN

A305

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

Start the day off right by connecting and networking with your female colleagues at breakfast.

9:05am

APR 26

30 MIN

INNOVATION STAGE

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

We’ve all been in situations at work when someone says or does something that feels hostile or offensive to some aspect of our identity. These kinds of actions — insensitive statements, dismissive comments, condescending attitudes and exclusions from opportunities and decision-making processes - are called “microaggressions” and can come from both men and other women. With more than 2/3 of all women reporting that they have experienced microaggressions in the workplace, clearly, it’s a pervasive and damaging issue and can in fact negatively impact one’s health, one’s job satisfaction, and one’s desire to advance in their career. In this session you will gain expert tips on how to use Emotional Intelligence to understand why microaggressions show up and how to respond productively.

mehochko

Diana M. Mehochko (M)

Chief Operating Officer

NCR Payment Solutions

LinkedIn
Deirdre Cohen

Deirdre Cohen

SVP, Head of Global Acceptance Client Services

Visa

LinkedIn
foster

Stephanie Foster

MD, ThinkTECH Accelerator

ICBA

LinkedIn

DEEP DIVE: EMPOW(H)ER PROGRAM

9:45am

APR 26

20 MIN

INNOVATION STAGE

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

Within today’s dynamic environment, change is inevitable, and the best “next career move” isn’t always clear. It is important to step back and evaluate what makes most sense for you based on your interests, goals and aspirations. Join this session to shift your growth mindset and challenge yourself to think beyond the promotion. We’ll talk about approaching professional advancement through continued learning and skill development in order to maximize your career.

Sandra Ishak Ingenico

Sandra Ishak (M)

Director of Channel Marketing

Ingenico

LinkedIn
Kathryn Vazquez Kmiotek Fortis

Kathryn Vazquez Kmiotek

Director Channel Marketing

Fortis

LinkedIn

DEEP DIVE: EMPOW(H)ER PROGRAM

10:05am

APR 26

20 MIN

INNOVATION STAGE

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

As the payment industry continues to consolidate, you may be in a situation where you have to re-establish yourself in a “new” company. In this session, you will gain valuable insights on how to build your brand in this era of mergers, acquisitions, and layoffs.

ducasse

Aimee DuCasse (M)

Marketing Director

MAPP Advisors

LinkedIn
lisa roberts

Lisa Roberts

Law VP, Payments & Networks

NCR

LinkedIn

DEEP DIVE: EMPOW(H)ER PROGRAM

10:35am

APR 26

20 MIN

INNOVATION STAGE

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

We are in an era called the ‘Great Quit’, where women are leaving their current employers in search of more. More life balance. More recognition. More respect. More money. Women deserve it all and have earned the right to ask. Having felt the pain of losing workers during the pandemic, employers are highly motivated to pay attention to the needs of their employees and find a happy balance. Now is the perfect time to ask for what you need and it’s a win-win. You get a better outlook on life and work. Your employer gets a happier, more productive employee who will stay rather than join the 'Great Quit'. In this session hear from a few Ladies who have found a way to negotiate their needs for a better, more balanced life.

vanduser

Polly Van Duser (M)

VP Talent Acquisition

One Inc

LinkedIn
kando

Andrea Kando

Chief Payments and Strategy Officer

TouchBistro

LinkedIn
walden

Rebecca Walden

VP, Marketing

First American Payment Systems

LinkedIn

DEEP DIVE: EMPOW(H)ER PROGRAM

10:55am

APR 26

35 MIN

INNOVATION STAGE

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

Mentors, sponsors and allies are all important in maximizing career growth. One guides and inspires. One has the power to open doors for career trajectory. And one uses their privilege to advocate for a marginalized group. Learn the differences between these champions and gain a better understanding on how to actively use all three to get ahead.

jean johnson

Jean Johnson (M)

SVP of Global Business Solutions

Fiserv

LinkedIn
Eli Meir Kaplan

Kelly Bastide

Partner

Venable, LLC

LinkedIn
Deana Rich

DEANA RICH

CO-FOUNDER & CO-CEO

INFINICEPT

LinkedIn
stuart

Kirk Stuart

SVP NA Merchant Sales & Acquiring

Visa

LinkedIn

DEEP DIVE: EMPOW(H)ER PROGRAM

11:30am

APR 26

30 MIN

INNOVATION STAGE

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

DEEP DIVE: EMPOW(H)ER PROGRAM

1:40pm

APR 26

20 MIN

OMNI • GRAND BALLROOM

AMERICAN EXPRESS • DISCOVER • FISERV • INFINICEPT • MAPP ADVISORS • MASTERCARD • VISA

Mentorship is a critical element that can help shape and guide one's career. During this session, mentees will have the opportunity to meet with, and discuss their main career challenges with their assigned mentor.

burgos

Gail Burgos

CEO

Girls Inc. of Columbus

LinkedIn

DEEP DIVE: EMPOW(H)ER PROGRAM

Advisory Board

DEIRDRE COHEN
SVP, Head of Global Acceptance Client Services
Visa

AIMEE DuCASSE
Marketing Director
MAPP Advisors

CORI HAASE
VP, Global Acquisition Program Governance
American Express

SILVANA HERNANDEZ
EVP, Products and Engineering, North America
Mastercard

JUDITH McGUIRE
SVP, Global Products
Discover Global Network

LESLIE PEARCE
SVP, Co-Head of Operations Merchant and Partner Experience
Fiserv

DEANA RICH
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
Infinicept

POLLY VAN DUSER
Advisor
Paytech Women

Founding Sponsors

Mentors

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions
ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions
ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions

ELLY AIALA
Chief Compliance Officer
Boost Payment Solutions