The Dubai AI Festival 2025 welcomes Suzan Kereere, President of Global Markets at PayPal, as a prominent voice in the conversation on the future of financial technology and intelligent commerce. A powerhouse in global business leadership, Kereere brings unmatched expertise in scaling digital innovation, fostering inclusive financial ecosystems, and driving strategic growth across markets worldwide.
Steering PayPal’s Global Impact
In her role as President, Global Markets, Suzan Kereere leads PayPal’s regional operations, client engagement, and market expansion strategies across the globe. Under her leadership, PayPal continues to strengthen its position as a premier digital payments platform trusted by millions of consumers and businesses in over 200 markets.
Kereere plays a pivotal role in shaping how PayPal supports e-commerce growth, small business enablement, and financial inclusion—empowering users with secure, seamless, and AI-enhanced digital experiences.
A Proven Leader in Global Financial Innovation
Suzan Kereere is recognized as one of the most influential leaders in the fintech space. Before joining PayPal, she held senior executive roles at global financial institutions including Visa, American Express, and Fiserv, where she led transformative initiatives in merchant services, digital payments, and international expansion.
Her global perspective—shaped by decades of experience across North America, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific—gives her a unique understanding of both developed and emerging market dynamics, and how technology can bridge the economic divide.
Keynote Session at Dubai AI Festival 2025
At the Dubai AI Festival 2025, Suzan Kereere will deliver a keynote on “AI and the Future of Inclusive Finance”, offering a compelling look at how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing financial services.
Her session will explore:
- How AI enhances payment security, fraud detection, and personalization
- The potential for AI to unlock new financial pathways for underserved communities
- The role of public-private partnerships in building resilient digital economies
Kereere will also share PayPal’s vision for responsible AI deployment in finance—balancing innovation with trust, transparency, and equitable access.
Empowering Businesses and Consumers Through Smart Finance
Through her work at PayPal, Suzan Kereere advocates for financial empowerment through technology, championing tools that give individuals and businesses greater control over their economic futures. Her leadership has advanced digital payment adoption across sectors, from large enterprises to micro-entrepreneurs.
Suzan Kereere’s presence at the Dubai AI Festival 2025 underscores the vital role fintech leaders play in shaping the global AI narrative—not only as technologists, but as stewards of inclusive economic growth.
