Forough Kashef

Forough Kashef possesses extensive experience in payment technologies, specializing in EMV and NFC solutions. Currently serving as a Consultant at Albertsons Companies since June 2015, Forough focuses on the implementation and certification of contactless and mobile payment solutions. Previous roles include Product Architect at Elo Touch Solutions, managing the EMV and NFC integration for global POS systems, and a POS Product Consultant at Visa. Additionally, Forough has held project management positions at First Republic Bank, Wells Fargo Bank, and Fireside Bank, among others, demonstrating a robust background in technical project management and payment system implementation. Forough holds an MS in Computer Science from Sharif University of Technology and a Project Management certificate from San José State University.