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Hear directly from bank leaders who have modernized, scaled, and outpaced the competition. Learn what worked and how you can do it too.

Straight talk from experts

Get insider insights from top partners, plus industry analysts tackling the biggest challenges and opportunities in banking today.

Rajeev Raina

VP & Product Head, Digital Innovation & AI Practice
HDFC Bank

Sam Ahmed

Managing Director, APAC, Swarm A.I and Founder
Deriv Asia X

Harold Benjamin G. Libarnes

Chief Digital Products and Channels Officer
East West Bank

Rolando San Miguel

Head of Solutions Architect Group
BDO

Sianto Wongjoyo

Director & Country Lead for Enterprise Commercial Business
Microsoft

David Jimenez Maireles

Fractional CPO & Digital Banking Advisor
D19 Advisory

Mario A. Utama

Director of Corporate & Institutional Banking
QNB Bank

Delfin Jay Sabido IX, Ph.D.

SVP, Chief Innovation & Transformation Officer
Chinabank

Romeo Josef De La Cruz

Head of Digital Applications & Delivery
BDO

Khairil Anuar Bin Mohd Noor

Principal
Masryef Advisory

Cyrus Daruwala

Chairman, AFS Congress and Managing Director, 3A Ventures

Dang Thuy Linh

Head of Digital Channel, Strategy & Innovation Division
MSB

Kevin
Shum

Senior VP (Head, Digital SME, Strategic Transformation & Merchant Acquiring), Alliance Bank

Rajesh Gupta

Regional Head Affluent Product & Proposition, CIMB

Doni Arzinal

Head of Application, Strategy & Architecture
Bank Raya

Nuchjaree
Pakdeecharoen

Executive Vice President - Retail Banking Group, Islamic Bank of Thailand

Dr. Chandrasekhar Panda

Partner
McKinsey

Sendy

Director of IT & Digital Experience
Bank Sinarmas

Khiem Tran (KK)

Digital Banking Director, Techcombank

Hazrizal Hassan

Vice President, Digital Banking
Bank Muamalat

Jouk
Pleiter

Backbase
Founder & CEO

Tim
‍Rutten

Backbase
CMO

Roland Booijen

Backbase
GM Ecosystems

Mariam
Titus George

Backbase
Senior Digital Strategy Consultant

Deepak Pandey

Backbase
VP of Technology

Robert Soetens

Backbase
VP Product

Stephanie Wong

Backbase
Business Development Manager

Riddhi
Dutta

Backbase
VP Sales ASEAN & South Asia

Parida Leelaniramol

Backbase
Regional Sales Director

Dariusz Trocyszyn

Backbase
Principal Solutions Engineer,
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome reception
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
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Legacy systems are holding banks back, limiting agility and growth. In this keynote, discover how to break free and unlock Growth Mode with unified banking experiences, AI-powered engagement, and hyper-personalized customer journeys. Learn how banks can move from reactive to proactive, driving loyalty, revenue, and long-term success. Growth isn’t optional - it’s the only way forward.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Networking break
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
HDFC Bank: hyperscale transformation for India's future – world-class tech, local touch, intuitive banking
customer story
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HDFC Bank is reimagining the future of digital banking in India with a platform transformation that blends global-class technology with a uniquely local touch. Recognized with the Hyperscale Platform Transformation Award, the bank has set new benchmarks in cloud-native scalability, resilience, and speed of innovation. By embedding AI and data science at the core, HDFC Bank is unlocking deeper customer insights and orchestrating intelligent, intuitive, and highly personalized experiences at scale. This keynote will explore how India’s largest private sector bank is shaping a digital-first future—one where intuitive journeys and trusted relationships empower millions of customers across the nation.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Compounding transformation: humanizing to cognitive banking at Techcombank
customer story
Main Stage

How does a bank stay ahead in a world of constant change? Discover how Techcombank is reshaping Vietnam’s digital banking by combining purposeful technology with a human touch. From launching the country’s top-rated mobile app to pioneering hyper-personalisation and ecosystem-led engagement, Techcombank has built a powerful flywheel of digital, data, and talent. Learn how their journey from humanizing to cognitive banking balances speed, trust, and sustainability—offering a strategic blueprint for digital transformation through the lens of Design × Tech × CX.

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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch break
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Transform banking with unified integrations
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Integration is the top challenge in banking due to the continuous modernization of tech stacks and core systems. Join this session to discover how banks can overcome these challenges and their siloed systems with a plug-and-play architecture for instant integrations. Learn how you can achieve a unified data layer and create a powerful AI-engine that enables you to deliver personalized customer experiences while boosting employee productivity.

2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Banks don’t need more AI. They need fewer excuses.
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Banks love to showcase their latest AI features, but customers still struggle with slow apps, broken journeys, and zero personalization. This keynote cuts through the hype: exposing why excuses, not technology, are holding banks back, and showing how AI actually makes a difference when the basics work and when others have used it properly.

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Networking break

As digital channels become the primary point of interaction, the pressure is on banks to deliver beyond utility. This panel explores how retail banks across Asia Pacific are rethinking their digital strategy and the leadership required to guide their organizations through this next phase of transformation. Join this session to hear from thought leaders and banking veterans who will share how they are moving beyond generic interfaces to build segment-based journeys, increase product uptake, and embed personalized advice into everyday banking. Expect practical takeaways on how to evolve from transactional servicing to a next-gen app experience that drives loyalty and revenue.

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Commercial banking in the Asia-Pacific is evolving fast, with banks facing increasing pressure to capitalize their clients while managing fragmented services. This panel explores how different institutions segment clients, tailor offerings, and create specialized services for industries like agriculture, retail and fashion etc. Hear real-world insights from banking leaders and customers on modernizing commercial banking with scalable, modular platforms that simplify complexity and drive growth.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Break
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Networking dinner
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Walk-in
Networking Area
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AI is transforming banking exponentially, from reshaping customer engagement, to optimizing operations, and unlocking new revenue streams. This panel brings together industry leaders to explore real-world AI applications, from intelligent automation to predictive insights. Learn how financial institutions are scaling AI responsibly, overcoming regulatory challenges, and future-proofing their tech stacks. Join us for an insightful discussion on the impact of AI and the path to sustainable innovation in banking.

10:10 AM - 10:40 AM
Win, engage, and grow in the AI age
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Convenience alone won’t win the customers of tomorrow. This keynote reveals how banks can break free from one-size-fits-all experiences and orchestrate growth across segments, ranging from retail banking, small business banking, commercial banking, and private banking & wealth management. Discover how AI-powered engagement and a unified banking suite enable seamless onboarding, proactive activation, by segmenting and creating personalized journeys that blend digital convenience with human support. Walk away with practical insights to transform everyday interactions into loyalty, relevance, and sustainable growth in the AI age.

10:40 PM - 11:20 AM
Networking break
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Modern Islamic banking customers expect digital experiences that are both intuitive and deeply aligned with their values. This session brings together leading voices in Islamic finance to explore how banks are embedding Shariah principles into every aspect of their digital offerings - without compromising on usability, innovation, or impact. From onboarding to financing and investment, discover how institutions are designing journeys that resonate with a faith-conscious generation while building scalable, purpose-driven models rooted in trust and long-term engagement.

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For banks, breaking free from legacy constraints doesn’t require a full core replacement. In this panel, hear from industry leaders and technology partners as they share how composable architectures, modular platforms, and unified data strategies are helping them modernize faster, deliver seamless customer experiences, and unlock real business value. Walk away with practical insights into how financial institutions are driving transformation at scale - without disrupting what works.

12:45 PM - 1:30 PM
Networking lunch

Location

Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua
Beach Resort

ENGAGE Asia Pacific 2025 will take place at the luxurious Sofitel Nusa Dua, where French elegance meets the tranquil beauty of Bali’s southern coastline. Set against sweeping ocean views, this five-star beachfront resort creates an inspiring backdrop for bold ideas, meaningful conversations, and industry-shaping insights.As an ENGAGE guest, you’ll enjoy access to world-class amenities, from award-winning spa treatments and curated dining experiences to elegant event spaces designed to inspire transformative dialogue. We’re pleased to offer attendees an exclusive discounted rate at this iconic venue.

Address:
Lot N5, ITDC Tourism Complex, Nusa Dua, Badung, Bali 80363 NUSA DUA
Indonesia

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