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Leaders in Finance Financial Markets Event 2026
Listen, learn and discuss ideas with industry leaders
Gain thought-provoking insights from keynotes, panels, interviews, Q&A’s, etc.
Meet & connect with 100+ participants from 50+ organizations
Shaping the Future of Financial Markets
Welcome to the Leaders in Finance Financial Markets Event on 3 December 2026 at Pakhuis de Zwijger in Amsterdam. Join the unique gathering of industry leaders, including CEOs, regulators, managers and professionals in the space. A great opportunity to gain new insights, engage in thought-provoking discussions with peers, and get to know pioneers shaping the future of Financial Markets.
Shaping the Future of Financial Markets
An executive dialogue on geopolitics, AI, regulation, market infrastructure and digital assets.
Financial markets are undergoing profound change. Geopolitical developments, regulatory reforms, artificial intelligence, digital assets, and technological innovation are reshaping the global financial ecosystem.
Join an exclusive gathering of executives, investors, policymakers, regulators and market infrastructure experts to discuss the trends that will define the future of financial markets.
The programme will explore the impact of geopolitical and regulatory developments on market stability and competitiveness, the growing role of artificial intelligence across financial services, the future of capital formation and public markets, and the opportunities presented by tokenization and digital assets. It will also examine how technology, data, and innovation are transforming market infrastructure and redefining the way financial markets operate.
Speakers
Program
08:00 – 09:00 • Coffee & Registration
09:00 – 09:05 • Welcome
- Leanne Joseph – Moderator
09:05 – 09:30 • Opening Fireside Chat
- Twan Huys – Journalist, presenter Buitenhof & College Tour
09:30 – 10:00 • Executive Panel: AI at the Core: Redesigning Financial Markets Infrastructure and Operating Models
- Maurice van Tilburg – Country Head, Euroclear Nederland
- Rutger Schellens – CEO, ABN AMRO Clearing Bank N.V.
- Amit Dhawan – CIO Financial Markets and Group Treasury | Wholesale Banking ING
10:00 – 10:25 • Guest Lecture: I know what you did last quarter: Reverse-engineering mutual fund trades
- Dion Bongaerts – Professor Financial Technology & Data Analytics, RSM Erasmus University
10:25 – 11:05 • Coffee & Refreshment
11:05 – 11:20 • Elevator Pitch on AI in Capital Markets
- Eva Mynott – Supervisor Investigations Market Abuse, AFM
11:20 – 11:55 • Panel: State of the European Capital Market
- Hans den Hoedt – CEO, Goldman Sachs The Netherlands
- Marco Gulpers – Head of Advisory, BNP Paribas The Netherlands
- Cathy van Stekelenburg-Aarts – Director Capital Markets, PwC Nederland
- Alexander Huiskes – Managing Director Global Corporate Banking, JP Morgan
11:55 – 12:25 • Speech & interview
- Khing Oei – Founder & CEO, Treasury
12:25 – 12:55 • Keynote and Q&A
- Valérie Urbain – Group Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director, Euroclear
12:55 – 14:30 • Lunch & Networking
Partners
Main Partner
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Pre-event interviews
Participants
With our Leaders in Finance Financial Markets Event, we aim to bring together high-level speakers and senior professionals from across the financial markets industry to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, insights, and ideas.
This event is designed for professionals active in financial markets, including leaders in trading, capital markets, investment banking, asset management, regulation, technology, and market infrastructure. It is also highly relevant for executives who may not be directly involved in day-to-day market activities but recognize the strategic importance of financial markets in today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape.
We expect to welcome 100+ attendees from 50+ organizations, both public and private. Our event is driven by a clear mission: to foster meaningful dialogue, strengthen industry connections, and contribute to the future development of the financial markets ecosystem.
First, we aim to bring together professionals and senior leaders from across the financial markets industry to encourage the sharing of knowledge, insights, and best practices.
Secondly, we strive to add value by strengthening collaboration between the various stakeholders within the financial markets ecosystem, among other things by facilitating the creation of new relationships and deepening existing connections.
Finally, and above all, we want every participant to leave the event feeling inspired, energized, and enthusiastic about the future of financial markets.
How to get there
The event will take place at Pakhuis de Zwijger, Piet Heinkade 179, 1019 HC Amsterdam.
Pakhuis de Zwijger is easily accessible, located within walking distance of Amsterdam Central Station. Public transport stops right outside (tram 26 CS – P&R Zeeburg), and there are several parking garages adjacent to the building:
See you at the Leaders in Finance Financial Markets Event 2026!
Uniting the financial sector by discussing pressing topics and enhancing cooperation. That’s what we love to do at Leaders in Finance. By listening, learning, and connecting with others, we accelerate the sharing of ideas, thus powering (upcoming) leaders and organizations to shape the future of financial services.
Each part of the Leaders in Finance Group – Podcasts, Events, Lunches, Academy – has its unique approach. Want to explore how we can benefit your organizational goals? We’re happy to meet and discuss opportunities.