Cara Hayward is a seasoned professional in the fintech sector with extensive experience in strategic sales and business development. Currently serving as Senior Director of Strategic Sales Initiatives for Visa Direct, Cara leads initiatives to enhance Visa's global money movement business. Previously, roles included NA Head of Sales and Business Development for Visa Cross Border Solutions and various leadership positions at Currencycloud, where responsibilities encompassed developing go-to-market strategies and managing commercial partnerships. Cara also co-hosts the Payments Innovation Podcast and has held significant leadership roles at the Association for Financial Technology and CBANC. With a background in Prime Services at Barclays Capital and Lehman Brothers, Cara has a solid foundation in the financial services industry, supported by a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire.
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