Merisa is a recognised leader in digital trade and working capital finance with over 18 years of product innovation at Citi, Lloyds Bank, and Revolut. She combines strategic vision with deep domain expertise and hands-on execution, having led award-winning transformations, from re-platforming legacy systems and designing client-centric tools to delivering the UK’s first digital promissory note purchase.

Merisa helps banks, fintechs and corporates to build and scale digital-first trade solutions that drive real-world impact. She offers fractional Chief Product Officer services, platform selection advisory, innovation programme design and execution support to accelerate adoption and optimise client engagement. She is a founder of Digital Trade Works consultancy.

With experience across the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Merisa brings a global lens to digital transformation and is known for her ability to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions.  She is a regular contributor to industry forums and has been recognised by The Digital Banker, ICC C4DTI, TFG and her clients for her pioneering work in the field. Known for her clarity, creativity, and ability to turn complexity into action, Merisa helps organisations navigate change and deliver meaningful impact.