Chris Vanden Berghe

Chris Vanden Berghe is the Vice President of Technology for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region at Backbase, a leading provider of engagement banking platforms. In this role, which he assumed in February 2022, he is responsible for overseeing the company's technology strategy, product localization, and implementation success across the region. His focus is on accelerating the development of next-generation banking solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of consumers and financial institutions in APAC.

Vanden Berghe brings over 15 years of experience in the fintech sector, having previously held significant positions at companies like Refinitiv and IHS Markit, where he led digital transformation initiatives and established new business units. He was also the Founder and CTO of 4xLabs, further showcasing his entrepreneurial background in technology and product management.

He holds a PhD in Computer Science from KU Leuven and an MBA from Columbia University, which complements his extensive technical expertise and leadership experience in the industry. Vanden Berghe is based in Singapore and is committed to enhancing Backbase's presence and capabilities in the rapidly evolving banking landscape of the Asia Pacific region.123