Conrad Ford

Conrad Ford is a highly experienced executive in the fintech sector, currently serving as Chief Product & Strategy Officer at Allica Bank since September 2020, where responsibilities include leading product development, marketing, partnerships, strategy, and ESG initiatives. Additionally, Conrad is a Board Advisor at Trade Ledger® and has held consulting roles with Starling Bank, focusing on SME lending during significant market changes. Previously, Conrad founded and led Funding Options, significantly enhancing small business access to loans. Prior to this, key positions included Product & Marketing Director at Validis and Chief Operating Officer at Clearlybusiness, a Barclays innovation unit. Conrad began the professional journey at UBS Investment Bank and holds an MA in Social and Political Sciences from the University of Cambridge.