Leiden AI Community Meetup: AI in Finance

Join us for an evening packed with insights, real-world experience, and sharp discussion on how AI is transforming the financial sector.

🍕 16:30 – Welcome drinks, snacks & pizza

🎙️ 17:00 – Surajeet Bhuinya
Back from Finovate Europe 2025, Surajeet will share key trends and lessons from the frontlines of AI innovation. With 25+ years at the intersection of data, AI, and entrepreneurship, he brings a unique view on what’s actually moving the needle.

🎙️ 17:20 – Santhosh Pillai
Former Chief Data Officer at ABN AMRO, Santhosh will deep dive into what it really takes to implement AI in complex financial environments. With 25+ years of experience leading data and AI transformations, this is the talk you don’t want to miss.

🤝 18:00 – Networking & drinks