Cara Hayward
About Cara Hayward
Cara Hayward - Director of Strategic Partnerships North America
Cara Hayward holds the position of Director of Strategic Partnerships for North America. In her role, she focuses on establishing and nurturing collaboration among financial institutions and fintech companies. Her efforts aim to ensure that banks and credit unions have access to the latest products and services. This position allows her to leverage her extensive experience and understanding of the financial services sector to benefit a diverse range of banking institutions.
Experience in the Financial Services Industry
Cara Hayward has dedicated her career to the financial services industry, specializing in selling a multitude of solutions across various verticals. Her expertise spans investment, retail, and commercial banking sectors. Over the past four years, she has concentrated her efforts on aiding community banks and credit unions in navigating and thriving amidst the complexities of the financial landscape. Her work underscores her commitment to maintaining a diverse and resilient banking system in the United States.
Challenges and Solutions in Banking
In her extensive career, Cara Hayward has developed a comprehensive understanding of the challenges that bankers face across different departments within financial institutions. Her insights are grounded in hands-on experience and aim to provide practical solutions that address these challenges effectively. Cara's advocacy for partnerships between financial technology companies and traditional banks or credit unions highlights her forward-thinking approach to enhancing the financial services ecosystem.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside of her professional life, Cara Hayward enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures and cuisines. She is also an avid soccer player, which complements her active lifestyle. Cara values spending quality time with her husband and her dog, balancing her professional responsibilities with personal well-being and family life.