Bio

I’m Jim Magats, a strategic and visionary Payments and Fintech Executive offering 25+ years’ background in leading groundbreaking product, technology, and partnership teams who unlock omnichannel commerce globally. 18+ years experience’ in spearheading PayPal's transformation into one of the world’s most valuable fintech companies. Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on complex, strategic, and cross-functional projects. Possess international experience, including 5 years in Amsterdam/Luxembourg and supporting customers in China. Successful track record of improving the bottom line and efficiency by developing portfolios, and incorporating the latest technologies and systems into the business. Well-versed in defining product roadmaps, leading operational improvements, building high-performance teams, identifying business risks, devising mitigation strategies, strengthening compliance, and cultivating strategic partnerships. Member of PayPal Inc’s 12 person Operating Group charged with ensuring we meeting in year strategic and financial targets. Regular external speaker and thought leader on innovation in the payments space and serve as Council Member of World Economic Forum for Financial Systems.