Francisco van Uden Chaves

Based in Lisbon, Francisco brings extensive expertise in technology strategy, software innovation, and the delivery of complex transformation programs for banking, payments and financial services across Europe and lusophone markets including Angola, Mozambique and Cape Verde.

At Innovation Makers, Francisco drives strategic growth, partnerships, finance and product development, focusing on scalable digital platforms that support core banking modernization, omnichannel customer engagement, payments orchestration and next-generation financial services.

Under his leadership, the company has strengthened its footprint as both a strategic technology partner and implementation specialist for mission-critical systems.

He has been instrumental in launching initiatives such as the Innovation Makers Competence Center, a dedicated hub for core banking expertise and localized implementation services, reinforcing the company’s commitment to accelerating digital transformation for financial institutions.

Francisco holds a degree from Instituto Superior Técnico (Lisbon), where he laid the foundation for his career at the intersection of engineering, innovation and entrepreneurship. Known for his strategic vision and ability to align technology with business outcomes, he is a respected voice on topics including digital banking, payments innovation, and the future of financial services technology