Each year, American Banker recognizes and celebrates trailblazing women leaders in the payments sector with the Most Influential Women in Payments program. Since 2013, this initiative has recognized the professional achievements and influence of top-performing women executives who have made a significant impact on their people, their businesses and the industry as a whole.
“Exceptional leadership in the payments ecosystem requires a blend of strategic insight,
adaptability and the courage to push boundaries,” says John Adams, Executive Editor,
Payments at American Banker. “These women exemplify those traits. That’s why they’re not only achieving great things in their roles — they’re paving the way for new ideas and innovation, and creating a blueprint for the next generation of leaders.”
The honorees will be the focal point of a Women in Payments leadership exchange on the first day of PAYMENTS FORUM, which takes place March 4–6, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, California. The dedicated sessions are open to all conference attendees and will feature panels covering a variety of topics, including paths to leadership, embedded finance, frictionless customer experience and more.
The Most Influential Women in Payments is a part of American Banker’s continued coverage of the progress in diversity, equity and inclusion throughout financial institutions, and expands on the publication’s mission to support, empower, celebrate and advance women in the banking industry.
Read more about Janitra Taylor and this year’s list of Most Influential Women in Payments here.