Linda Kirkpatrick

Linda Kirkpatrick is the President of Mastercard North America, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing financial inclusion and digital payment solutions across the region. Recently, she was in the news for her involvement in a partnership between Mastercard and Caja de Ahorros in Panama, which aims to digitize the distribution of educational subsidies starting in 2026, benefiting over 500,000 students. Kirkpatrick emphasizes the importance of this initiative in fostering a more innovative and connected economy for citizens.