AI against Fraud &
Financial Crime

Global Business Leader, passionate about technology, AI, Fraud & Financial Crime, and Cybersecurity.

I have dedicated my career to building and leading successful companies, focused on revenue growth, technology innovation and delivering excellence in customer experience. I also share my passion for technology and my global experience as an active business advisor and a member on several boards.

Prior to Lynx, I lead the global revenue growth strategy at OneSpan Inc, a Nasdaq listed company specialized in intelligent authentication software. The transformational journey at OneSpan over 15 years, helped me build great teams across the globe, create material value for the company and enhance my skills in strategic leadership and organizational development.

Harvard Business School graduate, post grad Executive Leadership Program, I am passionate reader on leadership, business and philosophy.

When not working or travelling, I get my adrenaline rush from racing, skiing, and mountaineering. These pursuits reinforce my belief in the importance of precision, and perseverance—values that resonate in both my professional and personal endeavours.

I am Carlos Santa Cruz, the CTO of Lynx and a Professor of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM). I was involved in the development and design of the fraud and AML applications from the very beginning.

At Lynx, I lead the development of fraud detection and anti-money laundering tools. We use AI to help our customers identify and prevent fraudulent transactions.

I have a PhD in solid state physics, which gave me a strong foundation in mathematics, computer science, and statistics. I am passionate about AI because I believe it has the potential to make a real difference in the world.

I love being active in my free time. I am an amateur hiker and I love exploring new trails in the great outdoors. I always make time for my family and friends. We love spending time together, whether we are going on outings, just hanging out, or simply talking and laughing.

I’ve always been passionate about technology and gadgets. I studied computer engineering, and when I was in my last years of the career, a big card processor offered me a summer internship in its fraud department. I loved the job so much, that ever since I’ve been growing professionally in the developing of anti-fraud systems, working with Europe, LATAM and North America’s largest banks. Fraud in payment methods is a constantly evolving environment in which new technologies play an important role. Working in this market has offered me continuous challenges and learning sources for over 20 years.

Hi, I’m Juan Antonio Montesino Benitez. Before joining Lynx Tech as a Research & Development AML Manager, I spent some time at the IIC (Instituto de Ingeniería del Conocimiento - Knowledge Engineering Institute) as a Cloud Architect & Data Engineer in the Banking Analytics department and also as a Data Scientist at the Algorithmic Engineering department. My academic path includes a Degree in Mathematics by the University of Malaga and a master’s degree in data science and Big Data from the AFI School of finance, both Degrees with Extraordinary Prize from the promotion. Outside of work, I’m an avid traveler and enjoy Crossfit as a way to stay active.

Alyssa Iyer here! I’m the Head of Product for Anti-Money Laundering (“AML”) Solutions at Lynx. I have the incredible opportunity of working with an impressive group of data scientists and industry professionals to identify and implement cutting-edge technologies to detect financial crimes and optimize compliance operations.

Prior to Lynx, I was an Entrepreneur in Residence at Forgepoint Capital, a venture capital firm, where I was researching the latest regtech technologies, as well as helping portfolio companies apply their technologies to use cases in the compliance industry. Before joining Forgepoint, I was a Director in PwC’s financial crime unit, where I led large-scale AML engagements at global financial institutions. Throughout my career, I have worked closely with Tier 1 clients to effectively address process and operational pain points using tech-enabled solutions.

I received my Master of Arts degree in International Affairs from the George Washington Elliott School of International Affairs and a dual degree in International Affairs and Spanish from the University of Iowa. Outside of the office, I love hiking with my husband and son and keeping up to date on the latest foreign policy news.

Greg Hancell here! I'm the Head of Product for Fraud Prevention at Lynx. I help to bring your ideas to life. I work with a very talented data science and engineering team. Together we work hard to bring you cutting edge Fraud Prevention products.

Before joining Lynx I was at a startup, focused on server-side analytics. We grew the startup, and it was successfully acquired.

After which I focused on integrating and scaling up the two companies. The unison allowed us to bring innovative products to the market focused on intelligent authentication.

Later, I worked in Data Strategy and built a global fraud consultancy team. We focused on financial cybercrime, authentication, and fraud and successfully enabled multiple banks to become compliant to PSD2.

I enjoy the challenge of reducing fraud and operational costs with AI whilst delivering a unique user experience that end users enjoy.

Personally, I love being with my family, surrounded by nature, running, cycling, climbing and swimming.

I’m Commercial Director at Lynx. I love my job because I can get to know our customers (current and future) and help them develop their business and solve their problems. It also allows me to keep abreast of the latest technical innovations that appear on the market and that we incorporate into our products.

Before joining Lynx I worked in Business Development opening markets not only in Spain, but all around Latin America. I was very fortunate to be able to live in many different countries, getting to know other cultures and opening new markets for my Company. The knowledge I acquired in payment systems and fraud prevention allows me to know well the challenges my customers face and the peculiarities of their business.

I studied Physical Sciences and Business Administration, in Madrid. Also an AMP - Senior Management Executive Program at ESADE.

When I am not working, you can find me practicing ballet (I love it, not only for its beauty, but for the discipline and self-control it demands) and collaborating with NGOs and different universities and business schools.

With over 13 years of expertise in the cybersecurity sector, I bring a wealth of technical background in both offensive and defensive security practices. Before Lynx, I led the cybersecurity control and risk management model at Santander, driving robust protection strategies across all the Group. Prior to that, I led several projects of a cutting-edge cybersecurity lab at EY, specializing in offensive security and Red Teaming. My educational foundation includes a degree in IT Engineering and a master’s degree in Cybersecurity, underscoring my commitment to staying at the forefront of an ever-evolving field, as well as helping the cybersecurity sector as a speaker in cybersecurity-related trainings. Beyond the digital world, I find balance through my passions for playing the electric guitar and practicing kickboxing.

Hola soy Natalia, Head of HR and Recruitment globally in Lynx. I love working with people, supporting them in their professional development and empowering their talents.
I'm responsible for the continuous development of Lynx´s HR strategy, culture, and process. My aim is to increase the greatest asset in Lynx, our brilliant people, where I focus on quality, care, and consideration.
Before joining Lynx, I contributed to Santander´s Group HR team, for more than 10 years, within its Technology and Operations division. Throughout these years I have been fortunate to work with talented leaders, managers, and employees across the company where I enabled them to deliver strong and consistent business results.
I never waver in my commitment to diversity and inclusion. I'm proud to lead a collaborative, innovative and customer-focused culture, and workforce.

With more than 15 years of experience in the banking sector, I have worked for the last 12 years with Santander Group as an in-house lawyer in the Corporate Legal Department, specifically with the Technology, Digital and Data team. Prior to Banco Santander I worked as a litigation and commercial lawyer in a Law Firm.

I have been passionate about law ever since I was a child. I always had the impression that this career gives you the opportunity to advise on and help push forward new and innovative ideas. I feel incredibly grateful to be a part of a team that is providing amazing solutions to the challenges and needs of the market and to society as a whole.

And here I am …! In this exciting challenge as the Head of Legal and the Secretary of the Board of Directors.

My educational background includes a degree In Law from the University of Granada, Jean Monnet Chair of European Constitutional Law from the University of Granada, University Master’s Degree in Legal Practice, PhD Programme in Criminal Law at the University of Granada, and Civil test for access to the Public Attorney's Office.

In my free time I enjoy skiing, reading and traveling with my family.