With over two decades of experience, Leigh Amaro is a recognized leader in payment innovation and digital strategy. As Chief Executive, Americas 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.

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.

Leigh serves as the US Chapter Chair of the 30% Club and as a member of the Board of Directors for BAFT. She was recognized with the 2026 Women in Payments Inspiration Award for her professional achievements and commitment to empowering others.