Join us for this PayTech Women California Chapter LinkUp!

Hit it Out of the Park for AI

AI is here, there, everywhere and the pressure to learn it and move fast is real, but speed alone doesn’t create impact.

Join us for this session that introduces a practical, human-first framework to help leaders like you think deeply, move decisively and bring AI into your process without outsourcing your expertise.

You’ll walk away with:

• A structured method for using AI to clarify strategy across brand, product, GTM and planning
• Real-world examples from brand strategy and product launches to sales pitches and customer research
• A clear line between what stays human and what AI can accelerate
• A personal plan you can take back to your next team meeting to start applying this immediately

Whether you're driving growth, shaping messaging or leading cross-functional plans, this session will help you do more with more by making AI your partner in strategic thinking.

BONUS: Catch a Giants Game After the Session!
As part of your registration, you’ll have the option to purchase tickets, directly on our site, to the San Francisco Giants game. Tickets are $45 each, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Only 50 tickets are available!

Note: If you did not register for the Giants game after the session, you still have the opportunity to register for the game until the deadline of July 11th to reserve a ticket for only $45. If you only registered for the game, you may still register for the FREE educational session (event before the game) until the deadline of July 25th. Just edit your event registration within your profile. For questions about editing your registration, contact Lykwirah Welch.

When registering, you’ll be able to choose from the following options:

• Attend the education session only (FREE)
• Purchase a ticket for the Giants game only ($45)
• Or enjoy both the session and the game ($45)

Important Note: If you have purchased a game ticket, you’ll be contacted by Chapter leaders before the event to arrange the transfer. Please make sure you have the MLB app downloaded to receive your ticket.

Why You Should Attend:

• Learn a repeatable framework to build and refine your strategy using AI as a thought partner
• Leave with real-world examples, a personal plan and practical ideas you can use yourself or with your team immediately
• Mix and mingle with PTW members and non-members
• Increase awareness and visibility of the PTW California Chapter

Agenda:

4 PM - Arrival and networking
5 PM - Speaker presentation
6 PM - Networking on Visa's Rooftop lounge
6:45 PM - Head to SF Giants ballpark

Speakers:

Raina Srivastava
Head of Marketing
KiwiQ.AI

Raina Srivastava joined the CA Chapter in 2024 and brings more than 16 years of marketing leadership across technology, fintech, e-commerce and financial services. She has led growth and go-to-market strategy at global organizations including eBay, American Express, and Wells Fargo, as well as high-growth FinTech’s like Rapyd and the AI-native startup KiwiQ.AI, where she is currently Head of Marketing.

Raina is known for building customer-centric, scalable strategies combining sharp positioning and product clarity. A recognized thought leader in payments and marketing, she has spoken at leading conferences including Money 20/20, Women in Tech and AI for Marketers. She contributes regularly to accelerators and platforms, including Plug and Play and Sharebird and advises high-growth AI-native startups on GTM strategy, product adoption and brand positioning.

Wendy Wootton
Executive Partner Director
Paysafe

Wendy Wootton has nearly two decades of experience in the payments industry, starting as a Global Payments and Fraud Manager in the hard drive industry before joining JPMorgan Chase for eight years as a VP, Sr. Relationship Manager and later as a Business Operations Manager.

She recently joined the Partnership team at Paysafe as an Executive Partner Director where she leads sales and revenue activities for key ISO partners. She also recently joined as Co-Chair of the PayTech Women California Chapter.

Brenna Ellis
Account Management Operations
Visa

Brenna Ellis currently leads Account Management Operations for Visa Direct North America. With nearly a decade of experience in the payments industry, Brenna excels at collaborating with account teams to develop and implement strategies aimed at maximizing portfolio revenue.

She has accumulated extensive experience working at both startups and Fortune 500 companies, including McGraw Hill and First Data. Throughout her career, Brenna has consistently utilized her exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to assist account teams in streamlining their processes and fostering growth.

Thank you to Our Event and Chapter Sponsors!