Barbara Gottardi
Founder & CEO Finbridge Global
Barbara Gottardi is a globally seasoned Chief Information & Operational Officer turned entrepreneur and non-executive leader with over two decades of experience driving digital and operational transformation at major financial institutions, including HSBC,Vanguard, Admiral Money. Over 20 years of experience in Finance technology leading high performing team globally across Investment Banking, Asset Management, Retail Banking and Wealth management.
A trusted leader and strategic thinker with a record of successful deliveries across the globe.
A real advocate for women in tech and true diversity in business.Outside work she is a mother of 2 teenager boys and a keen runner.
2026 AGENDA Sessions
Is AI Destroying the Ecosystem for New Entrants?
AI may lower the barriers to building products, but it may also strengthen incumbents with scale, data, and distribution. This session asks whether AI is opening the market for new entrants or making it even harder for them to survive.
Tuesday 06 October 15:30 - 16:10 Track 4: Startup & Investors
AI
