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Hot topics in finance have been overplayed (stablecoin payments, agentic CX, etc.). Executives that frequent conferences have heard all about "The Future of Finance". Counterintuitively, the refreshing topics will be the honest ones.
What are common day-to-day challenges, what consistently works, and what are universal hurdles? If there is to be an aspirational topic about the future, it should have a small spotlight. The most refreshing topics will be about unglamorous execution.
DXC is proud to host "The Modernization Equation" executive Forum. An invitation-only gathering for senior banking and fintech leaders focused on what it takes to modernize, monetize, and scale the future of banking technology.
TOPICS OF CONVERSATION:
The Real P&L of AI in Banking
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What does it actually cost to run AI at scale in a regulated financial institution?
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Where is the return real and where is it still theater?
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How do you build the data infrastructure that AI actually requires, and what's the honest timeline?
The Sequencing Problem: How can we optimize the order of modernization?
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How have previous modernization roadmaps panned out?
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What are the tradeoffs for different order of operations?
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Is there a best practice on what to modernize first?
The Integration between DeFi and TradFi: What is the path to tokenized deposits
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Regulatory milestones, current IT deficiencies and future requirements
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What does it mean for a bank to have stablecoins on their balance sheet?
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How will this impact revenue models?
Speed vs. Stability — what is the best way to balance the two sides of the coin
EVENT AGENDA
08:45 AM
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
09:30 AM
Opening Remarks
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Sandeep Bhanote, Global Head and SVP/GM, GrowthX, DXC Technology
09:50 AM
Morning Keynote Speech
10:25 AM
Panel Discussion - The Real P&L of AI in Banking
Banks are investing heavily in AI, but many still struggle to turn experimentation into measurable operational value. This discussion examines where AI is genuinely improving productivity, decision-making and customer operations, where expectations are outpacing readiness, and what foundations banks still need before AI can scale successfully.
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Prachi Kasodhan, SVP & General Manager, Global Head of Servicing Capabilities & Innovation, American Express
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Sahana Hussain, Director and Head of Channels Platform, US Consumer Bank, Barclays US
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Gaurav Hind, MD, Global Head of Infrastructure, Data and AI, KKR
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Duncan Alexander, Global Product Director Core Banking, DXC Technology
11:10 AM
Networking Break
11:40 AM
Fireside chat — The Sequencing Problem: What should banks modernize first — and what should they leave alone? [Auditorium]
Most banks know they need to modernize. Far fewer agree on the order of operations. This session explores how institutions are sequencing change, where roadmaps create avoidable risk, and how leaders can phase transformation in ways that improve speed, resilience and long-term value.
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Maharaj Mukherjee, Senior Vice President and Senior Architect Lead, Bank of America
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Kim Jaffee - Prado, Managing Director, Global Head of Product - GlobalLINK, State Street
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Rohit Kharbanda, Head of Commercial Banking Technology, Webster Bank
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Nathan Snyder, VP Head of Sales, GrowthX, DXC Technology
12:25 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:25 PM
Afternoon Keynote Speech
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Giorgios Tsapepas, VP, IBM Systems & Software, IBM
2:00 PM
Panel — Tokenized Deposits and New Financial Rails: What is the realistic path from TradFi to digital asset infrastructure?
Digital assets and tokenized deposits are moving from theoretical discussion into operational planning. This session looks at the infrastructure, regulatory and operating model decisions banks must address as they evaluate new financial rails, evolving balance-sheet implications and future revenue opportunities.
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Vanessa Fernandes, Chief Technology Officer, Grayscale Investments
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Jørgen Ouaknine, Global Head of Digital Markets Infrastructure, Apex Group
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Kevin Tilton, IBM Digital Assets Lead - Haven, IBM
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Brad Goad, CRO, GrowthX, DXC
2:45 PM
Networking Break
3:15 PM
Fireside chat —Speed vs. Stability: Balancing transformation pressure with operational resilience
Banks are under constant pressure to move faster — but failure at speed is becoming more visible and more expensive. This session explores how leading institutions are managing release velocity, platform change and resilience requirements without compromising trust, control or continuity.
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Akshay Sabhikhi, CEO, ArcOne
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Lloyd Mandell, Chief Digital Officer, Glenview Capital
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Pragati Sinha, Group Director & Head of TradeAgent Americas, London Stock Exchange
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Thierry Battistini, Head of Commercialization, DXC Technology
4:05 PM
Closing remarks
4:35 PM
Cocktail Hour
THE FORUM PANEL
Pragati Sinha
Group Director & Head of TradeAgent Americas
London Stock Exchange
Rohit Kharbanda
Head of Commercial Banking Technology
Webster Bank
Kevin Tilton
IBM Digital Assets Lead - Haven
IBM
Kim Jaffee - Prado
Managing Director, Global Head of Product - GlobalLINK
State Street
Nathan Snyder
VP Head of Sales, GrowthX
DXC Technology
Gaurav Hind
MD, Global Head of Infrastructure, Data and AI
KKR
Lloyd Mandell
Chief Digital Officer
Glenview Capital
Sahana Hussain
Director and Head of Channels Platform, US Consumer Bank
Barclays US
Brad Goad
CRO, GrowthX
DXC Technology
Thierry Battistini
Head of Commercialization
DXC Technology
Vanessa Fernandes
Chief Technology Officer
Grayscale Investments
Akshay Sabhikhi
CEO
ArcOne
Jørgen Ouaknine
Global Head of Digital Markets Infrastructure
Apex Group
Sandeep Bhanote
Global Head and SVP/GM, GrowthX
DXC Technology
Maharaj Mukherjee
Senior Vice President and Senior Architect Lead
Bank of America
Giorgios Tsapepas
VP, IBM Systems
& Software
IBM
Prachi Kasodhan
SVP & General Manager, Global Head of Servicing Capabilities & Innovation
American Express
Duncan Alexander
Global Product Director Core Banking
DXC Technology
OUR UNIQUE FORMAT
WHAT BETTER NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY THAN A FIVE-STAR LUNCH, WITH DELIGHTFUL CANAPÉS AND A BOTTOMLESS SUPPLY OF DELICIOUS BEVERAGES. DELEGATES CAN EXPECT EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AND ATTENTION.
FIVE-STAR NETWORKING LUNCH
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PANEL DISCUSSIONS
OBSERVE AND PARTICIPATE IN HIGHLY FOCUSED & ENGAGING PANEL DISCUSSIONS WITH YOUR PEERS WHO ARE HAND-PICKED INDUSTRY EXPERTS. HEAR FIRST HAND FROM SENIOR INDUSTRY PRACTITIONERS ABOUT THE CHALLENGES THAT THEY'RE FACING, PREPARING FOR UPCOMING REGULATIONS & BEST PRACTICES THAT ARE MARKET SPECIFIC
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GET A FRONT ROW SEAT TO AWARD WINNING SOLUTIONS THAT ARE TRANSFORMING DEPARTMENTS AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO ASK KEY QUESTIONS DIRECTLY TO PRODUCT SPECIALISTS AND PRACTITIONERS WHO ARE ACTUALLY USING THE SOLUTION.
THE SOLUTION PRESENTATION
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WHEN ALL IS SAID AND DONE, DELEGATES WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO NETWORK, EXCHANGE BUSINESS CARDS AND ARRANGE FOLLOW UP MEETINGS.
NETWORKING & BUSINESS CARD EXCHANGE
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