Jakob Harrison

About Jakob Harrison

As a dedicated and innovative Payments professional at FIS, I lead strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence to deliver exceptional value to our clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. With a robust background in finance and accounting, the entire payments ecosystem, and team leadership, I pride myself on consistently achieving and surpassing company goals while embodying core FIS values.I excel in aligning product strategy with market needs, ensuring that our offerings meet client demands in a scalable and cost-effective manner. My work on high-impact projects has not only driven substantial revenue growth but also positioned FIS as a leader in the fintech space.My leadership philosophy revolves around integrity, team empowerment, and continuous improvement. I prioritize hands-on leadership and people management, striving to be an example of the behaviors I want to see in my team. My efforts in onboarding, coaching, and developing talent have resulted in a high-performing team that drives our strategic goals forward.Those actions and my teams contribute to our organization’s culture and strategic direction. My involvement in change management initiatives and leadership programs underscores my commitment to driving positive change and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Experience

1. VP and Gm - Filtered Spend and Prepaid Payment Solutions

   FIS

   Feb 2025 — Present

Education

• St. Ambrose University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Accounting

  2007 — 2010