Zackery Secord is a seasoned business analyst specializing in payment modernization, currently working at Central 1 since June 2022, focusing on Wires Payment Modernization for ISO 20022. Previous experience includes a role at BMO Capital Markets from September 2021 to July 2022, where Zackery contributed to various payment modernization projects involving cash management and settlement systems. At the Bank of Canada from May 2016 to September 2021, responsibilities included managing payments and settlements for clients while improving operational processes. Early career roles included backend support at Midland Golf and Country Club and tutoring at Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board. Zackery holds a Bachelor's of Commerce in Finance from Concordia University and a similar degree from the University of New Orleans, complemented by a minor in Economics, along with an honors diploma from St. Theresa's High School.