Fabien Depasse
About Fabien Depasse
Fabien Depasse serves as the Head of Go-to-market for Payment Products at SWIFT, where he has worked since 2020. With a background in civil engineering and management, he has played a significant role in advancing cross-border payments and driving innovation within the financial sector.
Work at SWIFT
Fabien Depasse has been working at SWIFT since 2014, holding various positions that contribute to the advancement of payment products. Currently, he serves as the Head of Go-to-market for Payment Products, a role he has occupied since 2020. Prior to this, he was the Head of gpi Customer Success from 2019 to 2020 and the Head of MyStandards from 2016 to 2019. His tenure at SWIFT has involved significant contributions to the adoption of Global Payments Innovation (gpi) among financial institutions and enhancing the overall payments experience.
Education and Expertise
Fabien Depasse holds a Master's degree in Civil Engineering in Computer Sciences from Université libre de Bruxelles, which he completed from 1999 to 2005. He furthered his education at Solvay Brussels School, where he obtained a Master's in Management from 2008 to 2010 and a certification in Entrepreneurship from 2007 to 2008. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in payment products and financial technology.
Background
Before joining SWIFT, Fabien Depasse worked at EURA NOVA as a Director from 2011 to 2014 and at Axen as a Consultant from 2005 to 2007. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of the financial landscape and the development of innovative payment solutions. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on enhancing payment systems and supporting financial institutions.
Achievements
During his time at SWIFT, Fabien Depasse played a key role in revolutionizing cross-border payments through the promotion of SWIFT's Global Payments Innovation (gpi). He has been instrumental in ensuring that over 11,000 organizations on the SWIFT network can implement and benefit from gpi. His efforts have contributed to the transformation of the payments experience for numerous financial institutions and their customers.
Engagement with the Financial Community
Fabien Depasse actively engages with the financial community to discuss the evolving payments landscape. His involvement includes dialogues on adapting to changes and innovations within the sector, reflecting his commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among financial institutions.