Samantha Lawson

Samantha Lawson is an experienced executive with a robust background in technology, innovation, and strategic leadership across various sectors. Currently serving as the Chief Product Officer for Experience & AI at Constantinople, Samantha is focused on developing an AI-powered banking-as-a-service platform aimed at enhancing financial accessibility. Previously at Optus as VP AI & Digital, Samantha earned recognition as one of the AFR Women to Watch 2025 and a champion for digital innovation. As COO and Board Director at Oxford VR, Samantha facilitated a successful merger to advance clinical treatments for mental health. Other notable roles include General Manager of Strategy & Innovation at Commonwealth Bank and Project Leader at The Boston Consulting Group, where strategic insights were provided to top executives globally. Samantha's entrepreneurial journey began with founding Lawson Communications, and academic credentials include an MBA from INSEAD and a BA from the University of Sydney.