ScienceSoft’s Mary Zayats Named Among the Top Financial Services Consultants and Leaders of 2026

ScienceSoft is proud to announce that Mary Zayats, Head of Technology and Competency Development and Financial IT Principal Consultant, has been recognized among The Top Financial Services Consultants and Leaders of 2026 by The Consulting Report. The recognition highlights Mary’s expertise in financial technology consulting, strategic approach to digital transformation, and consistent focus on delivering measurable business value to BFSI organizations.

The Consulting Report’s annual list honors consulting leaders shaping the future of financial services through strategic advisory on technology innovation and operational transformation. The 2026 ranking features senior leaders from globally recognized consulting and technology firms, including Cognizant, Deloitte, EY, PwC, and Grant Thornton.

The 2026 selection process included an in-depth evaluation of candidates’ career achievements and transformative work in financial services. Mary was recognized for a track record that includes:

• Leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives for financial institutions.
• Delivering secure, scalable solutions for specialized financial services operations.
• Driving long-term business impact through cloud, data analytics, and AI adoption.
• Helping organizations strengthen compliance and risk management in evolving regulatory environments.

During her career at ScienceSoft, Mary has contributed to a wide range of technology projects for investment, insurance, banking, and payments organizations. In her current role, she also leads ScienceSoft’s Technology and Competency Center of Excellence, managing the full cycle of talent development, resource allocation, and building niche technology competencies in BFSI and healthcare domains.

“For financial organizations, the real challenge is not to modernize fast, but to modernize in a way that protects operational stability, compliance, and long-term business value,” says Mary Zayats. “I’m honored to be recognized alongside respected industry leaders for my work in this space.”

Mary’s recognition reflects the kind of financial IT consulting ScienceSoft brings to BFSI projects: practical technology guidance, attention to regulatory and operational constraints, and a focus on measurable business outcomes.

Press Inquiries Welcome

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