Chairperson, Sustainable Finance WG

MFSAC

Gabriella Borda

Ms Gabriella Borda is a specialist in strategy and risk management, helping organisations navigate complex challenges and harness opportunities from disruptive technologies. With expertise in sustainable finance, ESG, and innovation, she designs forward-looking strategies, develops practical tools, and supports policy alignment for resilient, future-ready organisations.

Her work spans fintech, construction, real estate, water, and energy, combining new technologies with financial solutions to scale implementation. A visiting lecturer at the University of Malta, Gabriella bridges industry, policy, and academia. She brings experience from L’Oréal and investment advisory and currently supports companies to drive innovation and strategic transformation.

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Empowering financial services

Empowering financial services

Speaker's Agenda

Day 1

Nov 19th

13:00

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Delegates arrive, collect materials, and network before the sessions begin.

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13:30

Opening by Conference Host

Trudy Kerr,Award Winning Interviewer, Presenter, Motivational Speaker and Live Events MC

13:40

Opening Address & Keynote Speech

FinanceMalta Chairman

13:50

Address by Minister of Finance

Hon. Clyde Caruana

14:00

EnVision 2050: Quality as the Pillar of Malta’s Financial Future

Stefano Masino, Boston Consulting Group
Dr Jonathan Spiteri

14:15

Panel Discussion: The Future of Malta’s Financial Services – Raising the Bar on Quality

Presentation:

‍Jürgen Kreuz: The impact of AI on Financial Services
Founder | Cyber Security Consultant | IT-Auditor | Coach | ISO27001 | Trusted Advisor

Panel session:‍

- How regulatory frameworks can support high-quality financial services
- Ensuring Malta remains a competitive yet sustainable jurisdiction
- The role of talent, governance, and technology in financial excellence

Moderator:

- Keith Zahra

Panelists:

- Kenneth Farrugia, CEO, Malta Financial Services Authority
- John McIlwaine, EIF’s Senior Regional Representative for Italy and Malta
- Kenneth Farrugia, CEO, Bank of Valletta plc
- Joseph Zammit Tabona, Chairman, Malta Financial Services Advisory Council
- Jürgen Kreuz, Founder | Cyber Security Consultant | IT-Auditor | Coach | ISO27001 | Trusted Advisor

15:10

FIRE UP! Your Habits: Where executive wellbeing meets high-performance returns

Daphne Grech Cumbo

Up your Level | Coach & Trainer (ICF ACC)

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15:30

Coffee Break

16:00

Host Intervention

16:15

Fireside chat: Rethinking Scale: A small nation’s Role in a Digitally-Driven Financial World

Ed Vaizey (Lord Vaizey of Didcot), member of the House of Lords, broadcaster and business adviser
Dimitris Litsikakis, Director, Profile Software

16:35

Fireside Chat: Geo Economics and the Future of Finance: Navigating Power, Policy, and Regulation

Christopher Buttigieg, Chief Supervision Officer, MFSA

Dan Hanqvist, Deputy Director, Helsinki Geoeconomics School

16:55

Spotlight Sessions: Key Trends Shaping Malta’s Financial Future

Short expert talks on the following topics followed by 2 panel discussions:
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The evolution of ESG and sustainable finance
Gabriella Borda, Chairperson, Sustainable Finance WG, MFSAC
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Fintech: Digital transformation in banking and financial services
Herman Ciappara, Chairperson, Fintech WG, MFSAC
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Family offices: Navigating a shifting regulatory landscape
Conrad Cassar Torregiani, Chairperson, Family Offices and Tax, MFSAC
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AI: Malta’s AI in Fintech Strategy
Ian Gauci, Chairperson, AI Working Group, MFSAC
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Aircraft Leasing
Nicholas Valenza, Partner, Mamo TCV
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Auto-enrolment – Pillar 2 Pensions
Matthew Brincat, Partner, Pensions and Employment,Ganado Advocates

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Moderator: Jon Mallia, Founder of Izra Ltd., Podcaster & TV Producer

17:55

Evening Networking Reception

Informal networking over drinks and canapés

Day 2

Nov 20th

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