With over two decades of experience, Leigh Amaro is a recognized leader in payment innovation and digital strategy. As Head of North America for Swift, she drives advancements in financial connectivity and cross-border transactions.

Leigh began her career after earning a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University, quickly rising through key roles at Visa and later Mastercard, where she led global digital and enterprise customer initiatives. Her expertise spans mobile payments, e-commerce, blockchain, and AI-driven payment solutions.

A prolific innovator, Leigh holds multiple patents that have redefined payment technologies, reinforcing her status as a trailblazer in the field. Beyond her technical contributions, she is a sought-after speaker, shaping industry discourse on the future of finance.

At Swift, Leigh continues to drive transformative change, leveraging her deep expertise to enhance global payment infrastructure and ensure seamless, secure, and efficient financial transactions in an increasingly interconnected world.