Our Presenters

Brian Mason is Vice President, Strategic Alliances, within the Global Commercial Services (B2B) division of American Express. In the 14+ years he has been at AmEx, Brian has brought creativity, ingenuity, and rigor to the creation and growth of successful alliances in the U.S. and abroad that drive profits and revenue. He is passionate about reinventing B2B payments to drive innovation and bring about more connected customer experiences.

Prior to American Express, Brian served in executive roles in several software companies, including Dayforce and Sage. He obtained his BS in Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire and an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University.

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