Day 1 Breakout Sessions
Case Study: How CUs Are Bringing FedNow® Instant Payments to Members
FedNow® is transforming payments for credit unions by enabling secure, real-time transactions 24/7/365. But what does it really take to implement this new payment rail—and what benefits can it deliver in practice?
In this session, we’ll explore real-world credit union case studies of adopting FedNow®, from technical integration to member-facing use cases and operational impact. You’ll hear how instant payments support everything from mobile banking to direct lending, and gain practical insights you can apply to your own institution. We’ll also discuss best practices and lessons learned to help credit unions of any size plan their own FedNow journey.
Learn more about our presenters: Glenn Wheeler and Mark Keeling.
Moving Value at the Speed of Life
As financial value becomes as fluid as data, the ability to move money, assets, and identity at the speed of life will define the next generation of financial services. In this session, John Wingate, CEO of BankSocial, explores how credit unions—rooted in community, collaboration, and trust—are uniquely positioned to lead the era of Cooperative Capitalism. We’ll dive into how modern orchestration layers, tokenized deposits, and intelligent agent-driven systems are transforming the definition of “value,” connecting members to opportunity in real time. Attendees will learn how to integrate open banking, digital asset frameworks, and AI-driven experiences without losing their cooperative DNA. This is not a discussion about crypto hype— it’s a blueprint for how cooperative institutions can own the rails of the future, ensuring that value—whether dollars, data, or digital identity —flows safely, equitably, and inclusively.
Learn more about our presenter: John Wingate.
Session 3 TBD
More information to come about this member business ledning session.
Presenter: Mark Ritter