Temenos Regional Forum Asia Pacific 2025

June 4-5, 2025

Makati Shangri-La Manila, Philippines

Leading the Way Across Asia Pacific

Join the Leaders Defining the Future of Banking.

The financial industry is at a turning point. Emerging technologies, evolving regulations, and shifting customer expectations demand bold leadership. At Temenos Community Forum 2025 (TCF’25) in Madrid, we will bring together the most influential minds in banking and fintech to explore what’s next. And at Temenos Regional Forum Asia Pacific 2025 (TRF APAC ’25), we’ll be Leading the Way – bringing the best of TCF to ensure the region stays at the forefront of innovation and transformation.

With over 250 C-level executives, decision-makers, and industry pioneers in attendance, TRF’25 APAC is your exclusive opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.

Why Attend?

Discover the Future of AI in Banking

See how Generative AI is transforming financial services.

Engage with Industry Leaders

Gain insights from top executives, innovators, and Temenos experts who best represent Asia Pacific.

Expand and Grow Your Network

Connect with peers, partners, and financial leaders from around Asia.

Explore Next-Gen Banking Technology

Witness the latest advancements in Core Banking, Cloud, and Digital.

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Examine Exclusive Product Insights

Get a firsthand look at our roadmap.

Unforgettable Networking Experiences

From roundtables and breakout sessions to the prestigious Gala Dinner.

Special Experiences at TRF APAC ’25

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Expert Roundtables & Breakouts

Engage in thought-provoking discussions with top banking and fintech leaders. Gain valuable insights and fresh perspectives on the trends shaping the future of financial services.

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Meet the Experts

Get exclusive one-on-one time with Temenos executives, partners, and industry pioneers. Ask the tough questions, explore tailored solutions, and gain strategic advice to drive your institution forward.

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Fueled by Industry Collaboration

Witness the power of partnership as Temenos and its global ecosystem of banking technology leaders take center stage. From the exhibition hall to the main stage, experience cutting-edge innovations and real-world transformation stories firsthand.

Event Agenda

The agenda below is indicative and subject to amendments. Please check back here for the latest updates.

9:00am-9:20am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 1, Gallery

TRF APAC ’25 Registration & Networking

9:20am-9:45am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Perspective on Leading Forward

William Moroney, Chief Revenue Officer, Temenos

Our CRO will outline his vision for Temenos’ future, highlighting how the company is evolving to meet market needs and drive innovation. He will also share the internal transformations that have taken place over the past year, including cultural shifts designed to foster agility, collaboration, and a customer-first mindset. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from Will Moroney about how Temenos is Leading the Way into the future of banking.

9:45am-10:20am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Accelerating Innovation within Banking New Gen-AI Solutions, Smarter Processes, Better Experiences
Barb Morgan, Chief Product & Technology Officer, Temenos

Discover how cutting-edge Generative AI is driving the latest innovations in our portfolio. In this session, we’ll unveil new Gen-AI-powered solutions through a live demo, showcasing how they enhance customer experiences and deliver tangible business outcomes. Learn about the new processes we’ve implemented to accelerate innovation cycles, streamline deployments, and boost operational efficiency. We’ll also share how these advancements are supporting ongoing innovation to help banks stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

10:20am-10:40am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Platinum Sponsor Showcase: The Way Forward: Mission-Critical Applications are on AWS

Michael Araneta, AWS Financial Services – ASEAN, Amazon Web Services

Hear from AWS on the many decisions that banks are making on their mission-critical workloads like core banking systems, and how cloud-based platforms enable them to meet objectives of resiliency, security, scale, and product-to-market.

10:40am-11:00am | COFFEE BREAK (Hive)

11:00am-11:20am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Core Banking Transformation: Innovation, Impact, and Implementation Best Practices
Soumya Ghoshal, Partner & Director, BCG

In this insightful session, a leading industry expert will explore how modern core banking systems are driving digital transformation across the financial services landscape. Gain a clear understanding of the latest advancements in core banking technology and discover real-world use cases that are delivering agility, scalability, and operational efficiency. From modernizing legacy systems to launching digital-first products, learn how financial institutions are leveraging next-generation core banking platforms to gain a competitive edge. The session will also cover best practices for core banking modernization, including implementation strategies and change management approaches. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of how core banking innovation is reshaping the future of banking in the Asia-Pacific region.

11:20am-11:40am

Customer Spotlights: Success Stories in Banking Transformation

Will Dale, Managing Director, APAC, Temenos

Jessica Lam, Group Chief Strategy Officer, WeLab

Rafiza Ghazali, CEO, KAF Digital Bank

 

Discover how three leading banks have achieved remarkable results by modernizing their banking systems. Gain firsthand insights into their challenges, strategies, and the value created through innovation and digital transformation. Be inspired by their journeys and learn how you can drive similar success within your organization.

 

11:40am-12:40pm | Makati Shangri-la Manila, Level 3

Breakouts
A1. Smarter Solutions Across Retail and Business Banking – Pasay Room A
A2. Modernizing Corporate Lending for a Future-Ready Bank – Pasay Room B
A3. Leveraging Temenos Technology for Innovation and Growth – Paranque Room A

12:40pm-14:00pm | LUNCH (Hive) + WOMEN @ TEMENOS (Shang Palace)

14:00pm-15:00pm | Makati Shangri-la Manila, Level 3

Breakouts
B1. Expedite your Digital banking journey
B2. Banking for All: Breaking Barriers with Inclusive Finance
B3. Securing the Future of Payments: Balancing Speed, Compliance, and Trust

Roundtable

R2- AI Roundtable

12:00pm-1:00pm | Makati Shangri-la Manila, Level 3

Interactive Roundtables: Connect, Share, and Learn

15:00pm-15:15pm | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 1, gallery

INTERMISSION

15:15pm-16:15pm | Makati Shangri-la Manila, Level 3

Breakouts
C1. Unlocking Success in Core Transformation
C2. Enabling innovation and growth in Wealth Banking
C3. Treasury Transformed: Driving Profitability and Precision in a Real-Time World

Roundtable:

R3 – How Temenos Services Accelerates Banking Innovation & ROI

16:15pm-16:30pm | COFFEE BREAK

16:30pm-17:3opm | Makati Shangri-la Manila, Level 3

Breakouts
D1. Modernizing Corporate Lending for a Future-Ready Bank
D2.Benchmark to Breakthrough: Unlocking Business Value Through Data-Driven Banking Insights
D3. Borderless Banking: Scaling Growth with Core Modernization and Inclusive Financial Services

Roundtable:

R4 – Digital Banking Roundtable

17:30pm-18:30pm | Makati Shangri-la Manila, Level 3

NETWORKING (Hive)

18:30pm-22:00pm | Shangri-La Makati, Rizal Ballroom

Gala Dinner (By Invite Only)

9:00am-9:15am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Recap of Day 1 & Highlights of Day 2

9:15am-9:35am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Banking in 2025:
Global Trends, Priorities, and the Reality of AI Adoption

Chi Li, Senior Director, Field & Partner Marketing, Temenos

Explore how banks are navigating 2025 with a strong focus on customer experience, operational efficiency, and innovation. Chi shares insights from over 400 global banking leaders on the top priorities and investment areas shaping the future. Dive into the realities of Gen-AI adoption, key challenges like data protection and regulatory concerns, and how strong AI governance is evolving. Discover how Temenos customers lead through reliability, security, and AI readiness in a rapidly transforming industry.

9:35am-10:05am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Banking in 2025:
APAC Trends, Priorities, and Innovations Shaping the Future

Frankie Wai, Business Solutions Director APAC, Temenos

Foo Boon Ping, President and Managing Editor, TAB Global

Neil Tan, Founder & Chairman, Artificial Intelligence Association of Hong Kong

 

Join this session for a deep dive into the key trends and priorities shaping the banking industry in 2025. We will explore the rapid adoption of Generative AI, highlighting the most popular use cases driving transformation across financial services. Discover where banks are focusing their technology investments, from cloud and digital experiences to AI-powered operations. The session will also address emerging compliance frameworks, including new standards for AI governance and responsible innovation. Gain valuable insights into the latest market trends defining the future of banking.

10:05am-10:35am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Technology Leading Us Forward

Barb Morgan, Chief Product & Technology Officer, Temenos

Ganesan Sriraman, EVP & Global Head of Product Engineering, Temenos

Richard Gompels, Head of SaaS Product and Technology, Temenos

 

Join an insightful panel discussion with Temenos technology and product leaders as they share their perspectives on driving innovation and transformation in the banking industry. This session will explore how Temenos is evolving its cloud-native, AI-driven platform to meet the demands of modern financial institutions. The panel will discuss key priorities including deepening AI integration, scaling SaaS capabilities, and delivering composable, customer-centric banking services. With a focus on agility, regulatory readiness, and sustainability, the conversation will highlight how technology and product strategy are enabling banks of all sizes to lead forward in a fast-changing digital landscape.

10:35am-10:55am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 2, Rizal Ballroom A & B

Platinum Sponsor Showcase: Cognizantc – AI Led Future Operating Model for Banks
Gokul Krishnamoorthy, Commercial Head of Banking Products, EME & APJ, Cognizant

Market forces are driving decision makers across various industry segments to radically revamp their operating models to thrive in digital economies. Modernizing platforms, enhancing product portfolios, building tailored solutions to address customer needs, and transforming service models to prioritize customer journeys are now existential necessities. Financial institutions are at different stages of this journey, striving to succeed in a highly competitive landscape and retain or attract wallet share.

To achieve this target state, banks must solve the challenge of establishing a simplified, standardized, yet immensely powerful core, while enabling a truly differentiated engagement ecosystem that offers utmost flexibility in delivering a unique experience.

Join us for this insightful session and learn from Cognizant’s approach to driving the digital operating model for the “Bank of Future

10:55am-11:05am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 1, gallery

Plenary Closing

11:05am-11:30pm | COFFEE BREAK

11:30am-12:30am | Makati Shangri-la Manila, level 1, gallery

Breakouts
E1 – Unlocking Success in Core Transformation
E2- Expedite Your Digital Banking Journey
E3 – Temenos SaaS – The Single Service to Succeed

Meet The Experts

Technology – Nanda Badrappan
Core & Digital – Ganesan Sriraman
SaaS – Jye Tucker
Payments – Sujatha Venkatraman
Wealth – Eric Mellor
FI – Lukasz Czechowicz

12:30am-14:00pm | LUNCH & CLOSE

Featured Speakers

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Barb Morgan

Chief Product and Technology Officer, Temenos

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William Moroney

Chief Revenue Officer, Temenos

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William Dale

Managing Director APAC, Temenos

Join Us in Leading the Way!

Seats Are Limited – Secure Your Spot Today

Be part of the most influential banking technology event in the region.

Registration is free: Simply fill out the registration form, and once approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email with further instructions.

When: 4th and 5th June 2025

Where: Makati Shangri-La Manila, Philippines

Travel & Accommodation: Attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodation. A limited number of rooms are available at Makati Shangri-La at a preferential rate. Once your invitation is approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email with booking details.

Dress Code: Business Casual or Formal Attire

Contact Us: For any inquiries, reach out to us at
[email protected]

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to connect, learn, and drive innovation with the community!