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Grace Hayes

EVP Technology, Mastercard

Grace is Executive Vice President of Global Market Technology at Mastercard, where she leads global efforts to align technology strategy with dynamic market trends. With deep experience across product delivery, commercial, and real-time payments, she ensures Mastercard’s platforms remain innovative, secure, and adaptable.

Before Mastercard, Grace spent 12 years at MBNA and Bank of America in various leadership roles across operations and delivery. She is a values-driven leader who believes integrity, empathy, and active listening are essential to building trust and high-performing teams.

Grace is passionate about empowering future leaders, navigating change with curiosity, and creating inclusive, resilient cultures.

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