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Keynote SpeakerLeda Glyptis

NED, Advisor, Author, Speaker

Leda Glyptis is a seasoned fintech executive and former banker, with a career spanning two decades working in transformation and technology functions across a variety of financial services verticals. She works as an advisor to boards and executive teams for companies of all sizes, from young startups to globally significant... Read more

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Popular Talks by Leda Glyptis

  • How to NOT build a bank in 3 easy steps

    Building a challenger bank? Revamping a legacy organisaation? Thinking about expanding your services deeper into regulated territory? Everyone is building a bank nowadays… and everyone is doing it wrong. What are those common errors and what should you be doing instead?

  • Navigating uncertainty: how to decide what to do, what not to do and who to do it all with

    ‘Digital disruption’ is in its second decade, the economy is fully digital and yet the financial services sector is still playing catch up.It is evident that the approach we have taken so far is not taking us in the right direction fast enough and the world is only getting more…
  • The problem with digital transformation... is you

    After decades of investing in fintech, funding innovation departments and paying millions for digital consulting services, big organisations still struggle with transformation. Although ‘transformation’ consulting is big business and technology solutions abound, the real obstacle to change is people and the structures they have built for themselves. Has it occured…
  • Your Digital ‘Ever After’: future-proofing your transformation strategy

    We are into a second decade of digital transformation and we are nowhere near done. Change is the new normal and being able to cope with it as a matter of course becomes essential. Yet most banks and large corporates are still half-way a transformation effort that is over time,…
  • Intelligence may be Artificial, Foolishness is Not

    AI is on everyone’s mind right now but we barely pause to understand what it is, what is new and what may be coming next before jumping in to approach is the same way we have always approached new technology: focusing on where it may hurt us and where it…
  • Fight like a girl: diversity and good business sense

    Allowing 100% of the workforce access to opportunity is fair. Allowing your organisation access to a wider talent pool (ie 100% of the adult population) is sensible. Diverse teams however defined consistently outperform non diverse teams by any metric. We know that. So why are things not changing? What stands…

More talks

  • Digitisation, innovation and tech change: 15 years in... what next
  • What does future-proofing your business look like in the digital era?
  • Culture and leadership as obstacles to strategic change
  • Emergent tech in payments
  • Regulatory change, innovation and competition in banking: are we worried about the right things?
  • Future of Banking, Future of Money
  • Embedded finance, BaaS and platform economics: what is the threat and opportunity for you
  • The return of the JEDI: Justice, equality, diversity and inclusion. What we are getting wrong and how to stop that.

Biography

Leda Glyptis is a seasoned fintech executive and former banker, with a career spanning two decades working in transformation and technology functions across a variety of financial services verticals.

She works as an advisor to boards and executive teams for companies of all sizes, from young startups to globally significant financial institutions, supporting leadership teams in transition: be it a process of transforming themselves, their business or their software infrastructure.

Leda Glyptis served as the Chief Client Officer of 10x Banking and the founding CEO of 11:FS Foundry (both in the cloud-native core banking space); she was the Chief Innovation Officer of Qatar National Bank and held a variety of innovation and transformation roles at BNY Mellon.

Leda sits on the board of Flagstone IM. Over the years, she has held a number of NED positions in fintech firms in Europe and the UK including chairing the Board of Geophy (now a Walker and Dunlop company) through its successful exit.

Leda Glyptis is a frequent keynote speaker at flagship industry events globally including Sibos, M20/20, Finovate as well as specialist regional events; she is the author of the highly acclaimed #LedaWrites column on Fintech Futures and the book ‘Bankers Like Us: Dispatches from an Industry in Transition’ published by Taylor and Francis in 2023.

She completed her undergraduate studies at King’s College Cambridge and holds an MSc and PhD from the London School of Economics and Political Science.

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How to book Leda Glyptis as a keynote speaker

How do I book Leda Glyptis for a keynote speech?

You can book Leda Glyptis through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Leda's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Leda Glyptis's speaking fees?

Leda Glyptis's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Leda tailored to your event.

What topics does Leda Glyptis speak about?

Leda Glyptis speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Banking, Blockchain, Digital, Digital Trends. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Leda to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Leda Glyptis available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Leda Glyptis for events worldwide, subject to Leda's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Leda Glyptis deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Leda Glyptis is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Leda Glyptis?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Leda can accommodate.

Can Leda Glyptis tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Leda Glyptis on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Leda can offer.

What languages does Leda Glyptis present in?

Leda Glyptis delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Leda Glyptis a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Leda Glyptis's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Banking, Blockchain, Digital, Digital Trends. To get a clear sense of Leda's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Leda Glyptis speak at?

Leda Glyptis can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Banking, Blockchain, Digital, Digital Trends is relevant. Details of Leda's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Leda Glyptis offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Leda Glyptis is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Leda Glyptis?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Leda Glyptis, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Leda's current availability for your dates.