
Olivier Lens
Head of Central Eastern Europe
Swift
Biography
Over 25 years of international leadership experience across Euro and Africa, driving growth, partnerships, and market modernization. Before taking on this current role, Olivier led SWIFT’s Sub Sahara Africa business from Johannesburg, steering multi-country teams and expanding Swift presence in some of the world’s fastest-growing financial markets.
About the company
Swift is a member-owned cooperative and trusted provider of secure financial messaging services, connecting financial institutions, market infrastructures, and corporates worldwide. At the heart of the global financial ecosystem, Swift enables the secure and reliable exchange of information and value, driving efficiency, interoperability, innovation, and resilience across financial markets.
Presentation
Panel Discussion: Charting the Digital Future
As digital transformation reshapes economies and financial systems, this panel will explore the key trends, opportunities, and challenges defining the road ahead. The panelists will share perspectives on innovation, regulation, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of digital currency and payments.

