Linda Kirkpatrick

PRESIDENT OF MASTERCARD NORTH AMERICA

Linda Kirkpatrick began her career with Mastercard more than twenty-five years ago. She joined the company as an intern and has been part of its evolution from a not-for-profit association to a global leader in payment innovation and technology. Linda has taken on several diverse roles across the business – from working on the company’s initial public offering, to overseeing global rules and standards, to managing relationships with banks and merchants. Today, she is responsible for the company’s largest market and continues to inspire, innovate and empower.