The 2026 Banking Technology Conference Where Leaders Drive Innovation & Transformation

The Best 2026 Banking Technology Conference to Prepare for 2027!

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Real Dialogue. Real Strategies. A Bank Technology Conference That Delivers

The 2026 U.S. BankTech Summit is the premier banking technology conference for decision-makers shaping their institution’s 2027 strategy.

Designed for senior executives from banks, credit unions, and fintech providers, the summit features expert-led panels and interactive peer discussions—no slide decks, no sales pitches. Instead of passive presentations, you’ll engage in high-impact conversations on core modernization, digital transformation, customer experience, payments innovation, and compliance in a digital-first world.

Whether you’re upgrading your technology stack, implementing real-time payments, or navigating RegTech and AI adoption, you’ll gain actionable insights and forge relationships to move your institution forward. Prepare to lead what’s next in banking.

Executives speaking during a panel on credit union innovation
Small group peer session focused on CU growth strategies

Featured Speakers

Aanand Kapadia CUGI Speaker

Aanand Kapadia

CMO at MarketGenius

Dan Carmody, President of Converge Events

Dan Carmody

President, Converge Events

Nathan Grossenbach, CEO of Shoreline Credit Union

Nathan Grossenbach

CEO, Shoreline Credit Union

Cris Mattoon, Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Michigan First Credit Union

Cris Matoon

Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, Michigan First Credit Union

Key Topics on the 2026 Conference Agenda

Strategic Conversations That Are Reshaping the Banking Technology Landscape

Modernizing the Core Without Disruption

 Unpack strategies for updating legacy systems while maintaining business continuity, reducing operational risk, and preparing for future scalability.

Real-Time Payments, Real-World Impact

Explore how banks are implementing RTP & FedNow, overcoming infrastructure hurdles to unlock customer value through instant payments.

AI in Action: From Pilot to Production

Learn how banks are operationalizing generative AI for fraud detection, CX, and workflow automation while managing risk and compliance.

Navigating Banking Cyber Risks

Gain insights into how institutions are defending against evolving threats, managing third-party risk, and embedding resilience across systems.

RegTech for a New Era of Compliance

See how banks use RegTech and automation to meet growing regulatory demands while improving efficiency and oversight.

Optimizing Digital Banking Experiences

Discover how financial institutions are delivering hyper-personalized digital interactions that strengthen customer trust and retention.

Embedded Finance: A Strategic Play?

Debate the role of embedded finance in the future of banking, when to lead, when to partner, and how to measure strategic value.

Cloud Transformation with Control

Understand how tech leaders are managing cloud migration to drive agility, control costs, and support innovation.

Event Registration Information

What's Include with Registration

Admission on December 7th - 9th
Zero Boring Presentations
Opening Reception with Refreshments and Appetizers
Scheduled Networking Events with Refreshments
Keynote Panel Discussions
Peer-to-Peer Executive Roundtables
Admission to the US BankTech Award Ceremony
Exhibit Hall with Leading Solution Providers
Access to the Networking Lounge
Access to the Work Lounge
Lunch Buffet on December 9th
Use of the US BankTech Summit Event App
Onsite Help Desk & Staff Support
Coffee all day!
...and more!

Banking Practitioner

$745
$ 595
  • No Risk Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until October 1, 2026
Early Bird

Credit Union Practitioner

$745
$ 595
  • No Risk Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until October 1, 2026
Early Bird

Solution Provider / Vendor

Organizations that Sell to Banks & CUs
$1595
$ 1,095
  • No Risk Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until October 1, 2026
Early Bird

Non-Profit / Government

Special Discounted Rate
$ 595
  • No Risk Registration
  • Fully Refundable Until October 1, 2026

Upgrade to the VIP Experience During Registration

Exclusive VIP dinner on December 8th featuring a private cocktail hour and formal seated dinner with fellow senior executives, speakers and sponsors
VIP badge & printed briefing pack which includes a VIP ribbon, a printed agenda, WiFi login instructions and more
Complimentary Conference WiFi
Access to the VIP lounge, a private space stocked with refreshments and snacks throughout the day
Early on-site registration on December 7th
Reserved seating in the front rows for all keynote and general sessions
Pre-event VIP orientation Zoom meeting to answer any event questions

A BankTech Summit Worth Talking About...

Mark Webb
Mark Webb
Senior Director Compliance Advisory, Coastal Bank
I had the privilege of joining industry leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of fintech compliance at a Converge Events forum. The focus on practitioner-led dialogue made for thoughtful questions, timely insights, and real-world execution. Beyond the panel, both structured and informal networking sparked authentic conversations with peers equally committed to advancing the industry. I left inspired by the energy, ideas, and shared commitment in the room.

The 2026 U.S. BankTech Awards

Now Accepting Nominations

The U.S. BankTech Awards honor institutions redefining fintech, strategy, and digital transformation. Nominate your organization for one of two prestigious awards:

Winning a U.S. BankTech Award highlights your institution’s leadership in innovation, strategy, and transformation. It’s a high-impact platform for visibility, recognition, and executive-level connections. Winners will receive:

Nominations close September 8, 2026

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Focus Your Time. Scale Your Impact.

Every session is intentionally designed to deliver meaningful results.

0 Hours of Boring Presentations

Every session is built for engagement. No lectures, no sales pitches, only strategic conversations that deliver value.

8+ Hours of Peer-to-Peer Strategy Sessions

Join candid, executive-level discussions on AI, compliance, and growth. These are unscripted conversations focused on solutions, not slides.

4.5+ Hours of Expert-Led Panel Discussions

Learn from curated panels featuring leaders who are addressing the most urgent challenges in banking technology.

5+ Hours of Strategic Networking

Build meaningful connections through thoughtfully designed networking experiences that support long-term collaboration.

12+ Hours of Exhibit Hall Access to Discover New Solution Providers

Explore technology and innovation from top solution providers aligned with your 2027 roadmap.

3+ Hours of VIP-Only Dialogue & Dining

Participate in private networking events that combine relationship-building with high-level, focused conversations.

Connect. Engage. Learn.

Great Executive Networking

Great Executive Networking

Connect with senior banking executives, fintech leaders, and solution providers through curated networking designed to spark collaboration, strengthen industry relationships, and drive forward-looking conversations.

Industry Panel Discussions

Industry Panel Discussions

Engage in expert-led panel discussions where banking technology leaders share strategic insights, real-world case studies, insightful strategies, and practical solutions to the most critical challenges facing financial institutions.

Expert Led Conversations

Expert Led Conversations

Participate in interactive peer-to-peer sessions that foster candid, executive-level conversations around shared challenges, strategic priorities, emerging technologies, and practical solutions tailored to the future of banking.

The CU Growth & Innovation Summit Red Carpet

Jack Chawla and Connor Tollus on red carpet at CU Growth Summit
Meggan Schwirtz and Kacy Cutler at CU Summit red carpet
Corey Gabler on the CU Growth & Innovation Summit Red Carpet

No Boring Presentations. Only Meaningful Conversations

Latest Event News

Introducing the U.S. BankTech Summit – A New Event for Fintech & Banking Leaders
  • July 21, 2025

Introducing the U.S. BankTech Summit – A New Event for Fintech & Banking Leaders

We’re thrilled to unveil the U.S. BankTech Summit, a brand-new event launching December 7–9, 2026, in Oak Brook, Illinois.

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The U.S. BankTech Summit

  • Date

    December 7th - 9th, 2026

  • Venue

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago - Oak Brook
    1909 Spring Road
    Oak Brook, IL 60523

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