Stuart Walker

Stuart Walker is an experienced financial services professional with a robust background in payments and transaction banking. Currently serving as Group Head of Payments at Qatar Airways since October 2024, Stuart oversees all payment-related operations for Qatar Group, focusing on enhancing customer payment experiences globally. Prior roles include Head of Payments & Digital Channels at Heritage Bank, where responsibility encompassed digital innovation and payment strategies, and Director of Financial Services Advisory at a Big 4 Consultancy Firm, providing expertise in transaction banking and client engagement to C-suite executives. Additional experience includes senior leadership positions at Standard Chartered Bank, Deutsche Bank, Swiss Re, American Express, Bank of America, and Citi, where Stuart focused on FX products, client management, and the overall integration of payment solutions across various markets and customer segments.