Ann DeStefano Advisory takes
a hands-on approach to advise growth stage fintechs, banks and financial institutions.
Focus areas in payments, digital and core banking for companies seeking to scale partnerships, define technology & product roadmaps, or sharpen go-to-market execution.
Ann ‘Annie’ DeStefano has been a Fintech operator and executive throughout her career, contributing to transformative industry experiences such as the successful launch of Marcus by Goldman Sachs. Her extensive knowledge, expertise and network uniquely position her to navigate the ever-evolving financial landscape. She was a member of the FIS Strategic Partnerships leadership team, driving new, innovative revenue and product partnerships across the organization.
At Silicon Valley Bank, she led global payments partnerships and a portfolio of Fintech companies as a lead commercial banker in the Technology Banking practice. In 2019, she was named an "Inspiring Fintech Female" by the NYC Fintech Women organization and in 2021, a Stevens Institute of Technology Alumni '40 Under 40'. In 2024, she was named to the Jacksonville Business Journal ‘40 Under 40’ in Northeast Florida. In 2026, named a ‘Woman of Influence’ in North Florida.
Alongside leading Ann DeStefano Advisory, she is a board member of the PS27 Ventures Foundation, member of the University of North Florida Dean's Leadership Council and previously a member of the Stevens School of Business Board of Advisors. 
Meet the Founder
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40 Under 40
In 2024 named a top executive in Northeast Florida under 40
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Jacksonville Business Journal
Former FIS exec working to build Jacksonville's fintech status
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People to Know: Driving Florida's Wealth & Finances
Shaping the future of finance across the state of Florida.
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New York City Inspiring Fintech Female
In 2019 named a top female fintech executive in NYC
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FIS Thought Leadership Contributor
Which tech trends do you need to prioritize?
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Leadership Research Contributor
Stevens Institute of Technology Leadership Portal