Grace Powers

Grace Powers is a Managing Director and Associate General Counsel for Technology, Digital & Innovation at Wells Fargo, a position she has held since April 2016.3 With extensive experience in the financial services industry, Grace specializes in legal matters related to technology, digital banking, and innovation.2

Prior to joining Wells Fargo, Grace held significant roles at Bank of America, including:

1. Associate General Counsel, SVP - Digital Banking (July 2008 - April 2016)
2. SVP, Assistant General Counsel - E-Commerce and Strategic Alliances (June 2004 - July 2008)3

Her earlier career experiences include:

• Senior Compliance Counsel at Harland Financial Solutions (1998-2004)
• Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of Marilyn R. Podemski (1997-1998)
• Law Clerk at Weyerhaeuser (1994-1996)3

Grace's responsibilities at Wells Fargo include providing legal counsel on digital initiatives and strategies, leveraging her expertise in areas such as ESIGN, EFTA, GLBA, and ADA web accessibility.1 She plays a crucial role in the development and delivery of digital products, services, and platforms, including the Wells Fargo Vantage commercial banking platform.1

Grace is also active in policy and advocacy initiatives with Wells Fargo's trade associations and serves as Wells Fargo's designated Digital Channels Committee Member for the Consumer Bankers Association.1 She frequently speaks on topics related to electronic financial services, open banking, payments, and innovation.1

Grace holds a J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law and a B.A. in History from the University of California, Berkeley.2