Valerie Kontor is a product leader and founder driving innovation and inclusion across the fintech ecosystem. With a background in high-growth fintech and startup advisory, she is passionate about building products that close financial access gaps and empower underserved communities.

She is the founder of Black in Fintech, the fintech network dedicated to tackling the racial wealth gap and promoting financial inclusion. Now over 500 members strong, the community is preparing for an exciting relaunch later this year.