#10: Driving Innovation and Sustainability in the Financial Sector with Andrea Prazakova

Episode 10: Driving Innovation and Sustainability in the Financial Sector with Andrea Prazakova, Senior Vice President, Mastercard Foundry & ESG, EEMEA at Mastercard.Andrea shares her inspiring story and provides valuable insights into her role at Mastercard, where she spearheads innovation, CX, UX, UI, research, and ESG efforts across the EEMEA region.During our conversation, Andrea sheds light on:Successful partnerships and collaborations that @Mastercard has undertaken to drive innovation and enhance customer experience in the EEMEA region. Mastercard's ambitious commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 and the measures the company is taking to accelerate its sustainability journey.The Priceless Planet Coalition: Mastercard's initiative that brings together issuers, merchants, and people to address environmental challenges and support sustainable initiatives, including a commitment of $100 million towards preserving and restoring 100 million trees.How Mastercard's regional offices contribute to the company's sustainability drive and explore the concept of sustainable cards, their definition, and the enthusiastic response from issuers in the region. How Mastercard incorporates ESG considerations into its products and services, showcasing the company's dedication to creating a positive impactJoin us as Andrea eloquently explains how Mastercard brings its purpose of ‘doing well by doing good’ to life and shares her own experiences as a Senior Vice President, highlighting the best parts of her role. Watch the full episode 10 of The Market Makers in Middle East & Africa - Podcast with Abrar Hussain on🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketmakersinmea  💻 Website: https://marketmakersmea.com/  🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6KJRsnDwKsRgvCXl5M1nCU 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-market-makers-in-mea-with-abrar-hussain/id1674391999    #Mastercard #Innovation #Sustainability #ESG #FinancialIndustry #DiversityAndInclusion #WomenEmpowerment #DoingWellByDoingGood