Digital Banker of the Year

June 09, 2015, 10:00 p.m. EDT 1 Min Read

Bank technology

Digital Banker of the Year: Citi's Heather Cox

Citi was one of the first banks to open its application programming interfaces to outside developers, leading a movement that's picking up momentum. For this and other efforts, Bank Technology News has chosen Heather Cox as its top 2015 Digital Banker of the Year.

By Mary Wisniewski

June 9
Bank technology

USAA Strives for Personalization in Its Banking Apps

As it continues to build innovative features in its digital apps, such as its own virtual assistant and biometric authentication, USAA is trying to make a one-on-one connection with its members, says Christopher Cox, head of digital experience delivery for the San Antonio company.

By Penny Crosman

June 8
Bank technology

Bank of the West Adopts Design-First Mentality

Jamie Armistead is focusing Bank of the West's mobile and online efforts on design principles.

By Jacob Passy

June 8
Bank technology

Wintrust Endeavors to Beat the Big Banks in Mobile

Tom Ormseth has built a competitive strategy around digital banking, driving Wintrust to be an early adopter of innovative new features.

By Tanaya Macheel

June 7
Bank technology

Nigeria's Diamond Bank Reaches the Underbanked

Under the leadership of CEO Uzoma Dozie, Diamond Bank has refocused on digital banking offerings, with an aim of improving the financial lives of the underbanked.

June 7

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