Tech Pulse 2030 – Global Finance 2030

Name: Tech Pulse 2030 – Global Finance 2030
Start: 2025-10-02T12:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-02T14:00:00-05:00
Location: Polsinelli

Schedule

Thu Oct 02 2025 at 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Polsinelli | Chicago, IL

The event explores how AI and FinTech can democratize access to financial services
About this Event

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Financial Technology (FinTech) are transforming the foundations of global finance—reshaping how investments are analyzed, how risks are managed, how policies are developed, and how innovation is guided responsibly.

This event brings together perspectives from leaders in investment research, global banking, risk management, academic thought leadership, and responsible AI innovation.

Together, these voices explore how AI and FinTech can democratize access to financial services, improve decision-making with data-driven insights, advance resilience in the face of global risks, and foster trust and collaboration in global financial markets.

12:00 PM – 12:20 PM : Registration and Welcome

12:20 PM – 12:40 PM: Networking and Lunch Distribution

12:40 PM – 12:45 PM: Opening remarks

Curtis Louie, Director, New York (Officer-in-Charge) and Director, Midwest (Officer-in-Charge) Hong Kong Trade Development Council

12:45 PM – 1:30 PM: Keynote Fireside Chat: "Global Finance 2030: Harnessing AI and FinTech to Drive Sustainable Economic Growth"

Chair: Xiaochen Zhang, Executive Director & Chief Responsible AI Officer, AI 2030

Speakers:

Lawrence Johnson, SVP & Head of Fintech Engagement, Morningstar

Sandeep Maira, Managing Director, Artificial Intelligence and Data Accenture

Tiffany Gradzki, Vice President | Digital Assets and Financial Markets, North America Northern Trust

Samir Mayekar, Managing Director, Polsky Center at the University of Chicago

Lisa An Wong, Director of NBG Strategy and Ops, BMO Wealth Management

1:30 PM – 1: 45 PM: Q&A

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM: Final Networking

2:00 PM: End of program

Through real-world case studies and actionable insights, you’ll discover how to design, deploy, and scale AI solutions that are not only cutting-edge but compassionate, inclusive, and trusted

Reserve your spot today!

We look forward to welcoming you to Tech Pulse 2030 and sharing this exciting journey with you.

Hosted by

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 51 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels.

AI 2030
AI 2030 is a global initiative committed to mainstreaming Responsible AI by 2030. Through cross-sector collaboration, capacity building, and inclusive programming, AI 2030 empowers leaders, organizations, and communities to harness AI for the benefit of humanity.