Pieta Heyns is the Founder and Managing Director of Dataviue, a South African-based data and software engineering firm focused on building practical, scalable digital solutions across industries, with a strong emphasis on financial services. With over 15 years of experience in banking and digital transformation, Pieta has held a range of senior roles at Standard Bank, where he worked at the intersection of business and technology, driving the evolution of digital channels, corporate banking capabilities, and client-facing platforms. His experience spans both strategic leadership and hands-on delivery, giving him a deep understanding of how to translate complex requirements into real, working solutions. Through Dataviue, Pieta works with clients to design and implement data-driven and software-led capabilities — from digital onboarding and integration platforms to advanced analytics and AI-enabled solutions. His approach is grounded in practicality, focusing on solutions that can be embedded into real operating environments and deliver measurable impact. Pieta is also actively involved in shaping partnerships between global technology providers and local markets. As part of this, Dataviue partners with Asseco Poland to support the introduction and localisation of European banking platforms into the African market — bridging global capability with local insight and execution.

Marek is Chief Revenue Officer for the Financial Sector Industry at Asseco Poland, where he leads global sales strategy and drives growth across the financial services landscape. With over 20 years of experience in banking, he has been at the forefront of advising financial institutions on complex business and technology transformations. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles in international organizations such as Hewlett-Packard and DNS/Arrow, covering areas from sales and marketing to outsourcing and strategic business development. Recognized for consistently delivering above targets, he was named Best Business & Sales Director in Central and Eastern Europe at Hewlett-Packard. He combines deep industry expertise with a strong focus on innovation, believing that real impact comes from challenging the status quo and building solutions that create tangible value. His approach is rooted in relationships, trust, and long-term thinking. Privately, he explores the intersections of quantum mechanics, human cognition, and the evolution of society - bringing a broader, systems-level perspective to business and leadership.

Marta is a Global Development & Innovation Director, driving strategic growth and digital transformation across the financial services industry. She specializes in building and scaling innovative solutions for corporate and SME banking, translating emerging market trends into tangible business value and competitive advantage. With a strong track record of delivering complex transformation programs, she operates at the intersection of business, technology, and strategy. Her work focuses on enabling financial institutions to accelerate innovation, enhance customer-centricity, and future-proof their operating models in an increasingly digital and data-driven environment. An internationally recognized leader, Marta is a recipient of the Global Excellence & Leadership Awards Dubai 2026 for her contributions to digital transformation and innovation in banking, as well as a distinguished honoree of “Strong Woman in IT 2025.” She is also an active advocate for increasing female representation in leadership and decision-making roles within the technology and financial sectors. She combines strategic vision with execution excellence, consistently turning bold ideas into scalable initiatives. Passionate about the synergy between finance and technology, she brings a forward-looking, ecosystem-driven perspective to industry challenges.

Waldek Wasowicz is Board Chair of PKF Africa, CEO of PKF South Africa, and Managing Partner of PKF Octagon, holding qualifications of B Comm Acc, B Comm Hons Acc, and CA (SA) RA. Born in Poland, Waldek co-founded PKF Ignite, an award-winning cloud accounting platform designed to empower small businesses, and is a passionate advocate for making professional financial services accessible in a rapidly changing world. With over two decades of experience, he is known for guiding businesses through transformation, growth, and international expansion — combining financial expertise, technological innovation, and a human-centred leadership approach. His leadership is grounded in mentorship, integrity, and a people-first philosophy reflected in his focus on team development, ethical practices, and community engagement. Under his leadership, PKF Octagon earned the prestigious PKF Diamond Award for outstanding contribution to the network, and Waldek himself has been recognised with multiple accolades including his own PKF Diamond Award. He is also deeply committed to advancing sustainable business practices across Africa.

Mosa is passionate about developing Africa through technology. For 15 years, Mosa has built award-winning FinTech consulting businesses in South Africa. Today, he gets financial institutions a return on their AI investments; instead of joining the majority who throw money away. Mosa's Mission: Making life more convenient for humanity through technology & innovation, so we can Actualise Life’s Purpose together. Mosa brings AI strategy, data science, advanced analytics, and digital transformation expertise that unlocks real value for organisations. Mosa's leadership principles are Integrity, gratitude, and excellence — values he lives by daily. Mosa has been featured on CNBC Africa, Business Day TV, Metro FM, and ITWeb.