Lars is an AI Expert, investor, finance industry expert and pioneer in AI-driven prediction modeling from unstructured data. He is a global keynote speaker on artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics, alternative data, AI/ML based prediction models for trading & asset management, digital transformation, business transformation, fintech innovation, in financial services and other at company and industry event. He is the Co-founder and former CEO of Gavagai, a language AI company, which launched the world’s first commercial large language model, awarded the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce entrepreneurship prize 2018. Prior to that, he worked for AFAM as global multi-asset portfolio manager and for for Glitnir AB, as CEO, hired after the Icelandic collapse to restructure the 4th largest operator on the Nordic Exchanges.
Dr. Andrea Mogni has over 30 years of experience working for the European Commission as Economist and Senior Policy Officer and Financial Expert at the European External Action Service (EEAS). Earlier in his career, Andrea served as an Expert in Economic Development for the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and he worked as an industrial economist/programmer at IRI Group-Public Holding in Rome.
Since 2014 Andrea is a fully independent senior consultant, advising the Commission , Embassies, industries, think- tanks, investors, NGOs/CSOs , etc on EU green policies, sustainability, financial instruments and regulatory frameworks.
Mr. Alexander Papakostoulis is an experienced Investment Manager specializing in fixed income alternatives, with a strong background in asset management, portfolio construction, and manager selection. At Bayerische Versorgungskammer—Germany’s largest pension group—he led investments in diverse fixed income asset classes including private debt, infrastructure debt, CLOs, and emerging market debt. He also played a key role in selecting and onboarding external asset managers. Currently a Senior Business Consultant at BearingPoint, Alexander advises financial institutions on investment compliance, target operating models, and IT architecture optimization. With over 5 years of hands-on experience in asset management, he brings deep expertise in due diligence, portfolio strategy, and investment operations. He began his career with Allianz and State Street, gaining valuable exposure to indirect private equity and international investment fund services. Alexander holds an M.Sc. in Business and Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam, with professional credentials in credit risk and investment fund specialization.
Jan-Menko Grummer is a highly experienced Partner with over 25 years in the accounting and advisory industry, specializing in digital transformation, IPO readiness, ESG strategy, corporate finance, and long-term value creation. Throughout his career, including two decades at EY, he led strategic initiatives across Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, contributing as Long Term Value Lead and Member of the Assurance Management Committee. His expertise spans advising listed companies, private equity firms, and public organizations on ESG transformation, governance, and financial reporting. He currently serves on multiple advisory boards and teaches sustainability and digital business management. Jan-Menko is also an active member of professional bodies including the Wirtschaftsprüferkammer and has held leadership roles at Accountancy Europe. A graduate of Kellogg Executive Education, he combines technical excellence with a purpose-driven mindset, helping organizations align business strategy with sustainable, long-term value.
Axel A. Weber is a renowned economist and financial leader with deep expertise in central banking, financial regulation, and corporate governance. As President of the Deutsche Bundesbank (2004–2011), he represented Germany on the ECB Governing Council, IMF, and G7/G20 committees, contributing significantly to European monetary policy. He later served as Chairman of UBS Group AG (2012–2022), leading its strategic transformation and regulatory engagement. Currently, he is President of the Center for Financial Studies at Goethe University Frankfurt and Chairman of the Trilateral Commission Europe. Weber serves on the Group of Thirty and advises the Boston Consulting Group, Temasek Holdings, Visa Economic Empowerment Institute, and CVC Capital Partners. He also chairs the advisory board of Raisin GmbH and works with European payment providers and VC firms. Holding a Ph.D. in Economics, he has taught at leading institutions including the University of Cologne and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Matteo Rizzi is a globally recognized entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in financial services. Known for his unconventional approach, he spent 13 years at SWIFT, where he co-founded Innotribe—its innovation arm—and launched the first global startup challenge in the finance industry. Since 2013, Matteo has been actively involved as a fintech investor and venture partner with global VCs and CVCs, contributing to over 20 deals and five successful exits. He currently serves as a venture partner at Bamboo Capital Partners, focusing on fintech and impact-driven investments. Matteo continues to influence the evolution of financial innovation through strategic investments, thought leadership, and advisory roles across the global ecosystem.
Adriana Georgescu brings over 13 years of coaching experience and more than 15 years in leadership roles across global organizations such as Mars and Nokia. She has worked across sectors including consumer goods, technology, and non-profits. Adriana coaches senior leaders and VP-level professionals internationally, offering sessions in both English (C2-level) and Romanian (native). Her experience spans Europe, Asia, and North America, informing a cross-cultural perspective in her work.
Her coaching style is practical, reflective, and focused on outcomes. She integrates business and leadership insights to support clients in navigating complex decisions and leading with intention. Adriana is known for asking questions that shift thinking and encourage new perspectives. Clients describe the experience as structured yet flexible, with a balance of challenge and support. Her work aims to expand leadership capacity while encouraging greater clarity, self-awareness, and intentional action in high-stakes environments.
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