Siobhan Byron

Siobhan oversees Finastra’s Universal Banking business, including market leading core banking and digital solutions globally.

She has deep technology industry expertise, and more than 25 years of experience in IT and channel management, as well as leading and growing prominent technology companies across a range of sectors such as financial services, insurance, manufacturing, and public sector. She’s passionate about innovating to drive growth and unlock new revenue opportunities.

A highly regarded technology executive and transformative leader, Siobhan champions Finastra’s open culture and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion. She is the Executive Sponsor for the company’s LGBTQ+ and Friends initiatives, as well as supporting the Women@Finastra group.

Previously Siobhan was SVP, Technology Enabled Managed Services (TEMS) at Finastra, driving the company’s Canadian cheque and lending businesses. She joined Finastra from Westcon-Comstor Canada (a division of Synnex Canada Limited) where she was the Vice President and General Manager, leading the company’s operations in the region. Past positions also include serving as President of Forsythe Technology Canada (now CDW), where she built the Canadian business and launched the company’s managed services business arm for Forsythe Technology globally, and Vice President of Professional Services at MTS Allstream (now Zayo).

She earned a prestigious place on Computer Dealer News’ ‘Top 20 Women of the Channel’ list for her work in the Canadian IT sector, as well as being named among CRN’s ‘Top 100 Women of the Channel’ for two years running.

Siobhan has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Ulster, and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Liverpool, as well as being a certified Project Manager (PMP). She serves on the Board of Directors for Oakville Hydro and previously served on the Halton Children’s Aid Board of Directors.

Based in Canada, Siobhan enjoys spending down time with her family and friends, travelling, reading, and watching her son play hockey.