FinnoWay Armenia 2025: International PLUS Forum to Be Held in Yerevan

On November 11–12, 2025, the International PLUS Forum “FinnoWay Armenia 2025” will take place in Yerevan with the support of the Central Bank of the Republic of Armenia. The event will become one of the largest industry platforms in the South Caucasus, bringing together experts in finance, digital transformation, fintech, and innovation technologies.

The forum is organized by PLUS Group in cooperation with the national payment system Armenian Card.

Key Topics and Mission of the Forum

FinnoWay Armenia focuses on the development of the digital economy, AI implementation in the financial sector, open banking interfaces (Open API), and innovative approaches in banking and e-government services.

The main mission of the forum is to:

1. foster technological cooperation between the state and business,
2. promote innovation, and
3. strengthen entrepreneurial initiatives across the region.

“FinnoWay Armenia creates a unique platform for dialogue between government, business, and the IT sector. This event will serve as a catalyst for new partnerships and investments that will accelerate Armenia’s digital transformation,”

said Konstantin Grizov, Co-Chairman of the PLUS Forum Organizing Committee.

Participants and Speakers

The forum will bring together representatives of government agencies and regulators, top managers of banks, fintech companies, IT parks, and international corporations.

Confirmed speakers include:

1. Martin Galstyan, Governor of the Central Bank of Armenia
2. Gevorg Mantashyan, First Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry of Armenia
3. Ohannes Khachatryan, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Armenia
4. Yiannos Aschiotis, Managing Partner at Pnyx Hill & GRC Partners, Board Member at Revolut Digital Technologies and StoneX Europe
5. Shini So, Business Development Director, Tencent Cloud International
6. Rafal Trępka, Vice President for Customer Solutions in Central Asia and the Caucasus, Mastercard
7. Dmitry Dubynin, CEO of the National Payment Card System (Mir)
8. Maria Spartalis, International Private Banker, Founder of Spartalis Capital (Switzerland)
9. Dias Yermaganbetov, Venture Investor, Big Sky Capital
10. Saty Avagyan, Marketing Director, AFM – Armenian Financial Marketplace

The full list of speakers and agenda updates are available on the official website of FinnoWay Armenia 2025.

Startups, Innovation and Business Program

A special section of the forum – the Startup Alley, will feature innovative projects ready for scaling and investment.

Participants will also enjoy several thematic zones, including aerospace zone, virtual Reality (VR) area, chess lounge, table tennis zone

These spaces are designed for informal networking and building new business connections.

The business program opens on November 11 at 10:00 a.m. and continues through November 12.

For the convenience of attendees, the forum offers a dedicated mobile application with full event details, speaker Q&A, meeting scheduler, and real-time updates from the Organizing Committee.

Participation and Registration

Participation is available in both online and offline formats.

1. Free offline access is granted to employees of banks, insurance and microfinance institutions, retail companies, as well as students and startups from Armenia, Georgia, and Central Asian countries.
2. For international integrators and non-resident companies, professional participation packages are available.

Venue: Meridian Expo Center, 1 Voskerichneri Street, Yerevan

Dates: November 11–12, 2025

Registration and full program: available on the official FinnoWay Armenia website.