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Molly Irelan Manager, Research & Content
Digital Banking Solutions Retail Banking Solutions Digital Account Opening Card Experience Financial Wellness
Education: California State University Channel Islands

Molly Irelan is a Manager, Research & Content at Alkami who is focused on developing thought leadership content, preparing Alkami’s research reports, and growing Alkami’s Women in Banking initiative. Since joining the team in 2021, Molly has specialized in content creation, go-to-market strategy, and product positioning. Her expertise extends to enhancing Alkami’s digital presence, where she integrates strategic storytelling with data-driven insights and market trends to deliver impactful content across all channels. Molly also crafts compelling customer success stories that showcase the transformative impact of Alkami’s solutions and plays a key role in executing Alkami’s annual client conference, Co:lab, by curating content and managing the breakout agenda.

Molly graduated from California State University Channel Islands with a Business Degree and is Force Management certified. Committed to supporting her community and local businesses, she previously worked in higher education and nonprofit organizations. As a San Diego local, she enjoys spending time at the beach, hiking & exploring the great outdoors, and trying new restaurants with friends and family.


Blog, Strategies
October 12, 2026
Generational Trends: A Playbook for Financial Institutions
How banks and credit unions can make digital experiences more relevant at every life stage The tradi...
Woman relaxing on a sofa, smiling at her green smartphone, with an open notebook nearby; Alkami logo bottom left.
Blog, Technology
July 23, 2026
AI in Banking: Four Consumer Realities Financial Institutions Can’t Ignore
Key takeaways from Alkami Co:lab on AI visibility, primacy, connected data, and showing up in the mo...
Fintech illustration: a large smartphone with a dollar symbol on the screen, a credit card, coins, and a person using a laptop to represent digital payments and online banking.
Banking, Blog
June 24, 2026
Why it’s time to break up with your legacy digital banking platform
The hidden cost of staying with your incumbent digital banking provider Every financial institution ...
Isometric illustration of a computer monitor with a shield symbolizing cybersecurity, surrounded by gadgets and gears (Alkami logo bottom left).
Blog, Strategies
June 5, 2026
Beyond detection: building a fraud prevention strategy that strengthens business outcomes
How banks and credit unions reduce fraud risk without disrupting business and commercial payments Th...
Two colleagues collaborate at a desk, looking at a computer screen in a bright office with glass walls. The Alkami logo is visible in the corner.
Blog, Perspectives
June 3, 2026
Selecting the Right Digital Banking Solutions Through M&A Activity
Strategies to Ensure a Smooth Transition and Set a Foundation for Growth M&A in the financial se...
Woman wearing glasses uses a laptop and tablet to view financial dashboards at a bright white desk; Alkami logo visible.
Blog, Strategies, Technology
May 14, 2026
Getting Started with AI: A Practical Playbook for Financial Institutions
Building an AI Governance Framework Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t slowing down and for many fin...
Blog
April 15, 2026
The Future of Digital Banking Solutions Is Taking Shape
Making waves: what stood out in Alkami Co:lab’s Digital Banking sessions San Diego, you delivered th...
Blog
March 6, 2026
Honoring International Women’s Day with Celebration & Empowerment
Women in Banking Making Waves Across the Industry International Women’s Day (March 8) is a moment to...
Blog, Strategies
February 12, 2026
10 Trends Shaping Commercial Banking Solutions in 2026 and What Leaders Should Do Next
How to reimagine commercial banking solutions for speed, security, and growth in 2026 2026 is the ye...

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