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Leaders in Fintech: Designing the Bank of the Future

In Toronto, design leaders from Scotiabank, EQ Bank, and Stripe offered an inside look at how they are building the bank of the future.

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Dec 9, 2025

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Daniel Sanchez

Director, Product Design
Preet Singh

Head of Product Design
Ricardo Vázquez

Director, Product Design

"We've long designed with one premise: that we're designing [solely] for other human beings. Not anymore. Who else is using the internet now? Agentic systems are engaging with these experiences, too. The real opportunity is designing for machines as well as humans."

- Ricardo Vázquez, Director, Product Design at Stripe

Daniel Sanchez

Director, Product Design

Daniel Sanchez leads product design for Scotiabank’s global cash management channels, creating intuitive, enterprise-grade experiences for corporate clients. With a strong foundation in user-centred design and digital transformation, he unites strategy, UX, and cross-functional collaboration to simplify complex financial workflows.
Preet Singh

Head of Product Design

Preet Singh leads Product Design at EQ Bank, shaping the user experiences that stand out in Canada’s digital banking landscape. With a sharp focus on design thinking, inclusive interfaces, and seamless cross-channel journeys, he crafts digital solutions that balance clarity, innovation, and customer trust.
Ricardo Vázquez

Director, Product Design

Ricardo Vázquez leads Product Design at Stripe, where he shapes design strategy and execution for payments infrastructure that scales globally. With a focus on building cohesive product ecosystems, he brings together research-driven insights, design systems, and performance metrics to craft experiences that empower businesses and developers alike.

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