KPMG Banking Horizons 2025 conference

Join us for an afternoon of insightful discussions on bridging compliance and innovation, shaping the future of the banking industry.

Bridging compliance and innovation for a future-ready industry

We have the pleasure of hosting the Banking Horizons 2025 conference on 22 January, taking place at our headquarters in Kirchberg.

Whether you're focused on regulatory updates, cost optimising strategies, or the latest in customer satisfaction, you'll have the opportunity to engage in the discussions that matter most to you.

Get inspired and explore industry insights with our guest speaker, Solenne Niedercorn-Desouches – a seasoned expert in fintech, founder of Finscale, NED and lecturer at HEC Paris.

Solenne will dive into banking transformation, focusing on the rise of fintech, CVC and innovative models. She’ll share what’s working in partnerships between banks and fintech and address ongoing challenges such as legacy systems and scaling technology. Drawing from her Finscale podcast and industry conversations, Solenne will share how leaders navigate change, and the lessons learned.

Meet the guest speakers

Emanuele Vignoli, an experienced banker with over 25 years in the financial sector across several roles, is the current CEO of HSBC franchise in Luxembourg.

Doris Engel, EVP & CFO at Spuerkeess, has over 20 years of banking expertise spanning finance, markets, and operations, with a focus on sustainability and resilience.

Sébastien Respaut, Country Lead of Microsoft Luxembourg, has over 15 years of ICT experience, with extensive expertise in driving innovation and growth, particularly in the banking sector.

Anne-Sophie Mauffrey, Head of Marketing at Banque Raiffeisen, has extensive experience in Go-To-Market strategies to enhance visibility and awareness, maximizing sales leads.

Lars Weber is the VP and Head of the Business Unit for Non-Financial Risk Management at Spuerkeess, where he also serves as the Information Security Officer.

Dennis Razen, Tax Manager and Head of Unit Corporate Tax at Clearstream, has more than 10 years of experience in domestic and international taxation.

Frédéric Jadoul, Tax Manager at Clearstream, specializes in delivering continuous compliance and advisory services to global financial entities.

Check out the conference agenda

2:30 p.m.	Registration
3:00 p.m.	Welcoming and keynote speech by renowned guest speaker Solenne Niedercorn-Desouches
3:30 p.m.	Panel discussion amongst top executives from leading local banks in Luxembourg: Reimagining operating models in modern banking
4:00 p.m.	Deep dive into the following sessions by industry experts: Session 1: Are you prepared for the next wave of regulatory and tax changes? This session will explore upcoming regulatory requirements changes in the banking sector, including market regulations, recent updates in the DORA regulation, AML framework and tax risks. Participants will gain insights into the latest legislative updates, potential challenges, and strategies for navigating these shifts. Session 2: How can AI transform your processes and drive your bank’s growth? In this session, we will explore AI's transformative impact on banking, focusing on its role in supporting risk and finance functions and enhancing customer service strategies. Attendees will learn how AI-driven technologies enhance efficiency, accuracy, and strategic decision-making through real-world use cases. Participants will also gain insights into managing AI risks, governance and adoption. Session 3: What are the key factors to elevate your customers’ experience? This session, shaped by our recent customer experience studies, will guide you through a comprehensive journey to elevate customer satisfaction within your organization. Participants will explore innovative approaches to understand and meet customer expectations effectively.
6:00 p.m.	Networking cocktail