With over a decade of experience at Cardlink, Makis played a pivotal role in driving innovation in payment services and products. Prior to this, he worked at First Data International, where he transitioned from software development to Product Development, spanning the Greece to EMEA region. Maki's experience includes more than 10 years in core banking systems, where he rose to the position of Technology Deputy Director in Greek banks. He has successfully navigated critical periods such as the "Y2K bug" and Euro migration. Exploring money & payments’ future in all form-coins, deep fintech expertise... great stories all the time!