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17 June, 17:00 - 19:30
KPMG Canary Wharf, London
Women in Open Banking Meetup
The next Women in Open Banking Meetup is in London on 17 June. Network with fellow members before hearing an inspiring panel debate about allyship and why it matters.
Afterwards, there will be further opportunity to connect with your peers during a networking reception, where you can make new contacts, exchange ideas, and celebrate the women shaping the future of finance. Whether you’re here to share experiences, find inspiration, or expand your network, this is a space to engage, empower, and be inspired.
Speakers include
Eline Blomme
Eline Blomme
Chief Product & Strategy Officer Acquired.comEline Blomme is a senior product and marketing leader with deep expertise in payments, open banking, and recurring commerce. As Chief Product & Strategy Officer at Acquired.com, she leads product strategy and go-to-market for a recurring payments platform built for businesses where revenue depends on getting every transaction right.
Her work centres on building competitive moats in an industry being reshaped by AI and commoditised connectivity — championing proprietary data, owned payment infrastructure, and an intelligence layer that turns payments from plumbing into a growth engine. She has architected Acquired.com’s three-horizon product strategy and the Convert/Retain/Recover lifecycle framework that anchors the company’s narrative across product, marketing, and sales.
Eline leads a team of senior product managers and marketeers and partners closely with engineering, sales, operations, and finance to translate technical capability into commercial outcomes. She is known for cutting through complexity, bridging the gap between building features and selling benefits.
Ellie Duncan
Ellie Duncan
Head of Content Open Banking ExpoFormer Financial Times Group journalist Ellie Duncan has a decade of experience across financial services. While arguably best-known for her asset management work, she has also covered open banking, credit, private equity and entrepreneurship.
Matt Jackson
Matt Jackson
Vice President, Partner Management Token.ioMatt is an accomplished commercial and operational leader with extensive experience in the payments, fintech, and media sectors.
Leading the Partner Management team at Token.io, Matt previously held senior roles across the industry, including VP of Relationship Management & Marketing at Freemarket and Head of Partner Development for EMEA at PPRO, where he played a pivotal role in expanding partnerships and driving growth in local payment solutions across Europe.
His earlier career includes senior commercial positions at Penguin Random House, Paysafe Group, Microsoft (Skype Division), and the BBC, giving him a unique perspective on the intersection of technology, financial services, and partner engagement.
With a proven track record of delivering value for both established enterprises and high-growth fintechs, Matt brings deep expertise in open banking, payments innovation, and strategic partnerships. His insights are shaped by hands-on leadership in scaling teams, developing go-to-market strategies, and fostering collaborative ecosystems across the payments landscape.
Pippa Byrne
Pippa Byrne
Director of People & Talent YapilyPippa Byrne is Director of People and Talent at Yapily, where she leads HR strategy, talent development, and culture initiatives across the business. With over 20 years’ experience in human resources, she has held senior roles at companies including HUGO BOSS, Crabtree & Evelyn and The Body Shop specialising in organisational strategy, employee engagement, and leadership development.
At Yapily, she focuses on building high-performing teams, supporting employee growth, and fostering an inclusive, people-first culture within the fintech sector, she’s also a proud chihuahua mummy
Agenda
Arrival & networking
PANEL DEBATE: Effective allyship and why it matters
What does it truly mean to be an ally, and why does it matter? This panel explores the vital role allyship plays in advancing gender equity and building more inclusive, supportive communities. Through candid discussion and real-world examples, our speakers will unpack how individuals – especially those in positions of influence – can actively contribute to meaningful change.
We’ll examine how allies can amplify underrepresented voices, foster a sense of belonging, and use their platforms to challenge inequities in the workplace and beyond. From mentoring and sponsorship to everyday advocacy, this session will highlight practical ways to support others and drive progress. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of why consistent, intentional allyship is essential, and how to turn awareness into impact.
Moderator: Ellie Duncan, Head of Content, Open Banking Expo
Open Banking Expo
Ellie Duncan
Head of Content Open Banking ExpoFormer Financial Times Group journalist Ellie Duncan has a decade of experience across financial services. While arguably best-known for her asset management work, she has also covered open banking, credit, private equity and entrepreneurship.
Acquired.com
Eline Blomme
Chief Product & Strategy Officer Acquired.comEline Blomme is a senior product and marketing leader with deep expertise in payments, open banking, and recurring commerce. As Chief Product & Strategy Officer at Acquired.com, she leads product strategy and go-to-market for a recurring payments platform built for businesses where revenue depends on getting every transaction right.
Her work centres on building competitive moats in an industry being reshaped by AI and commoditised connectivity — championing proprietary data, owned payment infrastructure, and an intelligence layer that turns payments from plumbing into a growth engine. She has architected Acquired.com’s three-horizon product strategy and the Convert/Retain/Recover lifecycle framework that anchors the company’s narrative across product, marketing, and sales.
Eline leads a team of senior product managers and marketeers and partners closely with engineering, sales, operations, and finance to translate technical capability into commercial outcomes. She is known for cutting through complexity, bridging the gap between building features and selling benefits.
Token.io
Matt Jackson
Vice President, Partner Management Token.ioMatt is an accomplished commercial and operational leader with extensive experience in the payments, fintech, and media sectors.
Leading the Partner Management team at Token.io, Matt previously held senior roles across the industry, including VP of Relationship Management & Marketing at Freemarket and Head of Partner Development for EMEA at PPRO, where he played a pivotal role in expanding partnerships and driving growth in local payment solutions across Europe.
His earlier career includes senior commercial positions at Penguin Random House, Paysafe Group, Microsoft (Skype Division), and the BBC, giving him a unique perspective on the intersection of technology, financial services, and partner engagement.
With a proven track record of delivering value for both established enterprises and high-growth fintechs, Matt brings deep expertise in open banking, payments innovation, and strategic partnerships. His insights are shaped by hands-on leadership in scaling teams, developing go-to-market strategies, and fostering collaborative ecosystems across the payments landscape.
Yapily
Pippa Byrne
Director of People & Talent YapilyPippa Byrne is Director of People and Talent at Yapily, where she leads HR strategy, talent development, and culture initiatives across the business. With over 20 years’ experience in human resources, she has held senior roles at companies including HUGO BOSS, Crabtree & Evelyn and The Body Shop specialising in organisational strategy, employee engagement, and leadership development.
At Yapily, she focuses on building high-performing teams, supporting employee growth, and fostering an inclusive, people-first culture within the fintech sector, she’s also a proud chihuahua mummy
Networking drinks
Event close
Venue
KPMG Canary Wharf
15 Canada Square
London E14 5GL