We are thrilled to present to you our exclusive Study Tour to Israel, an unforgettable five-day expedition that will immerse you in the forefront of cutting-edge advancements, groundbreaking research, and pioneering ideas.
In April 2024, you will have the unique opportunity to witness firsthand the magic of Israel's innovation ecosystem. Our carefully crafted itinerary will take you on an inspiring odyssey, visiting the most renowned innovation labs, top university innovation centers, leading fintechs, military technology giants, and security technology companies that have revolutionized industries worldwide.
During this exhilarating journey, you will meet with visionaries, game-changers, and trailblazers who are transforming the world with their groundbreaking inventions. Meet with investors, venture capitalists, and industry experts who play a pivotal role in fostering the vibrant startup culture that makes Israel a global innovation hub.
Delve into the secrets behind Israel's exceptional success in research and development, as we explore the nation's unparalleled commitment to pushing the boundaries of science and technology. Whether you are a top banker, an aspiring entrepreneur, a curious technophile, or a business leader seeking insights, this tour promises to ignite your passion for innovation and leave you with an indelible impression of Israel's remarkable achievements. We keep the tour size to a maximum of 30 to facilitate maximum interactions with the leaders we will meet at the sites as well as with each other.
Be prepared to witness the very birthplace of groundbreaking ideas that are shaping our future. Experience a nation where imagination knows no bounds, and creativity is woven into the very fabric of society.
Reserve your spot now for the Study Tour to Israel in April 2024, and be part of an adventure that will change the way you perceive innovation forever. Unleash your potential, broaden your horizons, and forge connections that will propel you towards greatness. Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to experience the essence of innovation - book your seat today!
Latest trends in AI, ML, NLP and automation technologies
Financial institutions’ innovation labs
Meeting with industry players in cryptocurrencies, blockchain and DeFi
Connecting with disruptors, fintechs, unicorns, start-ups and accelerators
Briefing by leading VCs and private equity firms
Case studies from leading tech giants in Silicon Valley
*Please note that agenda and speaker lineup is tentative and will be updated frequently until the event date.
A programme of this nature can only be presented by highly experienced professionals who have been entrenched in the industry over many years.
The Israel Innovation Study Tour is designed for:
Chairmen, chief executives and board members of banks in developing countries, who wish to introduce transformational changes within their organization and embrace innovation into their business models
Senior executives in retail, corporate, transaction banking and trade finance
Chief Innovation Officers, Chief Data Officers, Chief Marketing Officers
Business-level decision-makers in mobile banking, online payments, consumer experience, technology and operations
Heads of channels, product innovation, retail operations
Senior executives of business analytics and data management
Research Director, TABInsights
Christian Kapfter is managing director of TAB Insights, the research arm of The Asian Banker and TAB Global. He has been the head of the Excellence in Retail Banking programme since 2008. TAB Insights, which has developed a rich repository of the data on the global digital banking industry, publishes the annual Digital Banking Ranking, the key findings of which will be shared in this programme. Christian also provides banks with internal benchmarking consulting services and help with their vendor selection exercises.
Other subject matter specialists are brought into the programme from time to time to tap their respective areas of specialty.
Chief Digital & Technology Officer, Partner, & Advisor
Axel Winter is a highly experienced technology leader with strong hands-on experiences in the banking, retail and start-up worlds. He was previously Global Head of Enterprise Architecture & Technology Strategy for Standard Chartered Bank and had similar roles at GE Money and Cisco Systems. He is currently the Chief Digital Officer for a luxury mall operator and advises start-ups in asset tokenization and eCommerce. His expertise in technology infrastructure for banks and large businesses makes him a valuable contributor.
Chairman, Wealth and Society
Gordian Gaeta has been an investment consultant for more than 25 years. He has advised and served many of the leading financial services organisations across Asia and close to half of the top 100 banks worldwide. He specialises in developing and implementing analytical solutions for complex strategic issues in financial services-related industries undergoing significant change or being exposed to intricate risk issues. He is currently the principal of Leopard Capital. As chairman, he convenes the advisory boards in their core function of validating the matrices used in the programmes ratings, rankings and awards to ensure that they are conducted in a professional, impartial and accountable manner.
Former International head of retail banking , and Bord Member
Wilson Chia is one of the most experienced digital bankers in the world with over 30 years as a career banker, mostly with Standard Chartered Bank in international positions. He currently advises CEOs of leading banks in emerging markets on digitalising traditional business lines. His strong financial background and expertise in balance sheet, funding, and product disciplines make him a valuable contributor to the program's operational areas.
Expert in SME Banking, Credit and Risk Management
Advisor, Excellence in Retail Financial Services Awards Programme, The Asian Banker
Andrew McRobert is a credit and risk management specialist in development, commercial and SME banking. He currently runs a training and consulting firm in SME and small business banking. He started his banking career in Citicorp and has also held various positions in commercial banking. Andrew had also worked in corporate finance at Price Waterhouse in Jakarta, Indonesia and has undertaken credit, problem loans and risk management assignments for the Asian Development Bank, IFC, African Development Bank and others. He has designed, written and presented financial markets seminars in nearly 30 countries in the Asia-Pacific, Middle East and African markets.
Founder, TAB Global
Emmanuel Daniel is the founder of TAB Global which includes The Asian Banker, Wealth & Society, RadioFinance, The Banking Academy and The Skill Store. He is an award-winning writer and author with a background in management consulting. He previously served in several government advisory councils, interviewed some of the leading chairmen, chief executive officers, policy makers and entrepreneurs around the world and currently consults with banks on investor, media relations and strategy formulation. His recent book, The Great Transition - The personalization of Finance is Here, was published in September 2022.
Chairman and Founder, Triple Bottom Line Investing (TBLI) Group
Member of Advisory Council, Wealth and Society
Robert Rubinstein, chairman and founder of TBLI Group, has been instrumental in building the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and impact investing ecosystem, even before these terms were coined. He taught courses in sustainable finance at the Rotterdam School of Management from 2003-2006, and delivered numerous lectures at international business schools and universities throughout his career.
TBLI is a leading global ESG/impact investing network that has been educating, advising and connecting investors for 25 years.
Mr. David Gyori is a globally renowned fintech consultant, trainer, author and keynote speaker. He is the chief exefcutive officer of Banking Reports based in London and is a founding member of the World FinTech Association. Gyori is a faculty member of the Retail Banking Academy, one of the most prestigious banker-training facilities.
