Marta Gallego Mena

Originally from Spain, Marta has developed her career in the UK, making her mark in the payments field. Her journey started in automating testing and led to Product Management in LSEG where she implemented RTGS payments, collaborating globally with Central Banks. Marta earned her MBA with Distinction from the University of Oxford and continued in Fintech with Tide. There, she built and led a global Payments Product Operations team, expanding into India and Germany, obtaining the UK's card issuing license, and managing multiple payment products. Currently, as a Director at Visa, she leads the expansion of cross-border payments. Part of RiseUp 2023 and recognized as a top Spanish talent under 35 in the Financial Industry, Marta's drive goes beyond the business where leadership means being an inspiring individual and an advocate for her team. As a woman, she is determined to make a difference and enable the people around her.