Craig Dewar is a fintech entrepreneur known for co-founding Global Processing Services (GPS), a leading issuer processor supporting innovators like Starling Bank, Revolut, and Curve. Under his leadership, GPS expanded to 100+ clients across 60 countries, securing a £44 million investment from Dunedin in 2018, fueling international growth. Beyond GPS, Craig founded Kani Payments, a fintech SaaS provider, and Crunch Payments, a Mastercard and Visa program manager. At our event, he’ll share insights on scaling a global payments business, navigating fintech challenges, and building ventures with passion, purpose, and profit.

Matt Haycox is a British entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. He founded Funding Guru, helping businesses secure over £500M in funding. After early success and setbacks, he reinvented himself as a finance expert. He also runs The Matt Haycox Foundation, supporting critically ill children, and shares business insights through podcasts.

Rebekah Wilson, a New Zealand native, has revolutionized remote audio collaboration as the co-founder and CEO of Source Elements. With a background in music composition and technology, she developed Source-Connect, the industry-standard software enabling high-quality, real-time audio recording for studios worldwide. Beyond business, Rebekah is a strong advocate for inclusivity in music technology, supporting underrepresented groups and fostering a global remote-first team. She envisions a future where internet, music, and media technologies fully merge, eliminating barriers for creators and educators alike.

Carlos Hatch is a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of successfully building and exiting multiple businesses. In 1999, he co-acquired F2|NYC (formerly Fiesta Jewelry) with Brian O’Hea, transforming it into a leading accessories partner for prominent international retailers. Under Carlos's leadership, F2|NYC has earned a reputation for excellence, designing high-quality and innovative fashion jewelry, hair accessories, and tech accessories for some of the largest retailers in the country.

F2|NYC's esteemed clientele includes renowned brands such as Macy's, Guess, and many others, reflecting the company's commitment to quality and innovation.

Carlos's strategic vision and dedication have positioned F2|NYC as a trusted partner in the fashion industry, continually adapting to market trends and delivering exceptional products that resonate with consumers worldwide.

Scott Witters is the Founder and Executive Director of Glownet, the world’s first RFID cashless payments platform for festivals. Under his leadership, Glownet has transformed the live events industry by pioneering seamless cashless transactions, advanced access control, and data-driven event experiences. From Sonar Festival to Art Basel, his innovations have streamlined operations for festivals, venues, and live events worldwide. Beyond Glownet, Scott has played influential roles across the live events landscape, contributing to organizations such as Rhythm Group, Rhythm and Vines, Zugiis, Rila Solutions, Burson-Marsteller, and the BBC. His passion for harnessing technology in live entertainment has positioned him as a key thought leader, driving the future of event operations through cutting-edge innovations.