Jim Marous

Jim Marous is a top global banking influencer, keynote speaker and publisher, helping financial institutions navigate digital transformation and industry disruption.

Jim Marous is internationally recognised as one of the most influential and respected voices in banking. Consistently ranked among the world’s top five industry thought leaders, he is a highly sought-after keynote speaker who helps financial institutions, fintechs and businesses around the globe understand and navigate the forces of disruption reshaping the sector.

Jim is Co-Publisher of The Financial Brand, one of the industry’s most widely read publications, and Owner and Publisher of the Digital Banking Report, a leading resource on innovation, digital transformation and customer experience in financial services. His research-driven insights, combined with decades of experience, provide organisations with a practical framework for embracing change and unlocking new opportunities.

A regular presence in the global media, Jim has been featured on CNBC, CNN and Accenture, and in publications including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, The Economist, Fintech Finance and American Banker. He has contributed to Forbes and the Breaking Banks radio show, and his expertise has even been called upon by the White House to advise on banking policy.

Jim speaks worldwide on the topics defining the future of banking: from digital transformation and payments innovation to marketing strategy, channel distribution, customer experience and change management. His keynote presentations are highly engaging, blending enthusiasm with deep knowledge, and are always tailored to each audience—no two ever the same. By combining global research with real-world examples, Jim delivers unique perspectives that inspire leaders to act with confidence.

What sets Jim apart is his ability to make complex issues accessible and actionable. He not only educates and informs but entertains, ensuring that audiences leave energised, motivated, and ready to put new ideas into practice. With his trademark passion and clarity, Jim empowers organisations to seize opportunities, embrace disruption, and build sustainable strategies for the future.