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Electronic Transactions Association's Leadership Announcement for 2025 Industry Affairs Committee

The Electronic Transactions Association (ETA) recently revealed its designated leadership for the Industry Affairs Committee for the year 2025. This structure reflects ETA's steadfast commitment to fostering growth and innovation within the payments technology landscape. The committee comprises a diverse group of over 700 professionals representing more than 400 member companies, each bringing expertise and insight into the evolving realm of payment solutions.

Jodie Kelley, CEO of ETA, emphasized the transformative pace at which the payments industry is evolving, driven by rapid advancements in technology and shifting market demands. She highlighted that these committees are pivotal in shaping the industry's future, offering a platform for professionals to engage in critical discussions. "The payments industry is driving unprecedented transformation, fueled by emerging technologies and evolving market demands," Kelley stated. "ETA's Industry Affairs Committees are where these changes take shape, bringing together the brightest minds in payments to address critical challenges and opportunities. From AI to crypto and security - our committees are advancing conversations that will define the future of commerce."

Focus Areas of the Committee

The newly formed committee structure aims to tackle several key areas within payments technology. These include:

• - Emerging Technologies: As innovation sweeps through the sector, discussions will center around integrating advanced solutions like artificial intelligence and blockchain into mainstream payment systems.
• - Regulatory Compliance: Understanding and navigating the complex regulatory landscape surrounding payment technologies will be essential for safe and secure transactions.
• - Market Expansion: The committee will explore strategies for expanding the market reach of payment technologies, ensuring broader adoption among consumers and businesses.

Leadership and Committee Chairs

2025 ETA Committee Heads

• - Artificial Intelligence: Russell Moore (Global Payments), Kevin Shamoun (Fortis), Donald Riddick (Featurespace)
• - B2B: Raghuram Adiraju (Mastercard), Perryn Holtrop (PayNation), Abhishek (Visa)
• - Bank: Adrienne Gray (Commercial Bank of California), Mary Meade-Koslen (Synovus)
• - Compliance: Tom Bloodworth (Global Payments), Gina Gioia (North American Bancard, LLC), Rob Johnson (Visa)
• - Crypto: Eric Brown (BlockWyre), Elly Aiala (Boost Payment Solutions), Hitesh Bajaj (TD Bank)
• - Investment Community: Tim Chiodo (UBS)
• - ISV: Jeff Marshall (TouchBistro), Nerino Mayer (PayFactory), Gordana Hrnjez (TouchBistro)
• - LATAM: Leon Vega (J.P. Morgan), Ivan Szabo (NMI)
• - Mobile: Olivia Tomares (Stripe), Craig Ross (EWS), Georgia Kyprianou (Global Payments), Natalia Leonardis (CardFlight)
• - Payment Sales and Strategy: George Smith (Clerkie), Naomi Mastera (NMI)
• - PCI/Cybersecurity: Emily Baxter (RPY Innovations)
• - PayFac: Deana Rich (Infinicept), Caroline Hometh (RPY Innovations), Amy Schultz (Key Bank)
• - Retail Technology: Ryan Aumann (Global Payments), Greg Aamoth (PoPcodes)
• - Risk Fraud Security: Melissa Sutherland (EverC)

Through this structured leadership framework, ETA aims to bolster dialogs and initiatives that address pressing industry challenges while laying down pathways for innovative solutions. The year 2025 is poised to be significant for the payments technology sector, with ETA leading the charge to navigate the complexities and opportunities that lie ahead.

The Electronic Transactions Association stands as the foremost advocacy body for the payments industry, encompassing a vast network of members, including well-established companies and innovative startups. Together, they process around $47 trillion in annual purchases and P2P transactions globally, ensuring the seamless operation of commerce.