Theme: Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation, Transformation,and Growth
The International Centre for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) proudly announces the 22nd Edition of the Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025, taking place on 4th November 2025 at the Radisson Blu Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center.
Under the theme “Empowering the Future of Banking in the Kingdom: Innovation,
Transformation, and Growth,” the summit will bring together senior banking leaders, fintech
innovators, regulators, and technology strategists to accelerate Saudi Arabia’s financial sector transformation in line with Vision 2030.
With over USD 20 billion invested in fintech and digital payments and 57% of transactions
now cashless, Saudi Arabia is rapidly advancing toward its 70% digital transactions target
by 2025. The Connected Banking Summit will serve as a premier platform for strategic
dialogue, executive networking, and future-defining collaborations.
Featured Speakers
- Mr. Mohammed Alsarrani – Deputy Director General of FSDP, Ministry of Finance
– Saudi Arabia - Soha Hussein Aboul Farag – Chief Executive Officer, Bank of Jordan – KSA
Nawar Al Khunizi – Managing Director, Head of Coverage KSA, First Abu Dhabi
Bank – KSA - Dhary Alshammry – Group Chief Internal Auditor, Al Rajhi Bank
- Summit Highlights
- High-impact keynotes from leading figures in banking and financial policymaking
- Strategic panel discussions on AI-powered financial services, cybersecurity, open
banking frameworks, digital identity, and customer experience transformation - Innovation & Excellence Awards Ceremony recognizing leadership in digital banking, customer-centric innovation, and financial inclusion
- Exclusive VIP networking with C-level executives, ministry representatives, regulators, digital banking CEOs, and fintech founders
Our Valued Sponsors
We are honored to be supported by industry-leading organizations driving digital
transformation across the Kingdom: Alfa Bank | Zoom | Nintex | Taqniyat
Their continued partnership underscores the summit’s commitment to fostering innovation,
collaboration, and technological advancement in the financial ecosystem.
Why Attend
- Align with Vision 2030’s Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP)
objectives - Engage directly with decision-makers shaping policy, capital flows, and digital
infrastructure in Saudi Arabia - Explore real-world applications of AI, real-time payments, digital identity
infrastructure, and open finance frameworks
Registration & Partnership Opportunities
Join us and be part of the conversation shaping the future of banking in the Kingdom.
Register now at: https://connected-banking.com/summit/saudi-arabia/
For inquiries: info@intercsa.com
Contact: +44 20 3808 8625
Primary Contact: Mohammed Thoufiq
