Seun Aiyese

President, Head of Retail Banking Southern Bancorp

Day 3 | April 25

9:00 AM EXPERT INSIGHTS | Smart Branches, Seamless Experiences: AI, Automation, and the Next Gen Branch

As customer expectations evolve and digital banking expands, the role of the physical branch is shifting. This session will explore how AI, automation, and self-service innovations are redefining branch experiences. With first-hand insights from leading transformation initiatives, this discussion will cover how financial institutions can create seamless, efficient, and personalized branch interactions while optimizing operational costs.


Key Discussion Points:

Branch Transformation Through AI & Automation – A deep dive into how banks are integrating AI-powered self-service solutions, such as Enhanced Self-Service ATMs (ESS ATMs), to replicate teller functions and improve efficiency.


Bridging Digital & Human Touchpoints – How video banking and AI-driven customer engagement tools enhance in-branch experiences while ensuring human support remains accessible.


Lessons from Large-Scale Rollouts – Insights from past deployments, including key successes, challenges, and what to anticipate in the next wave of branch evolution.


Employee Experience & Skill Evolution – The role of workforce transformation in branch modernization and how to equip employees with the right tools and skills for the future.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Seun.

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