2026 Payments & Banking Symposium

Together, we will explore how leaders redefine the movement of money across modern, connected systems. Attendees will examine emerging technologies, AI innovation, and strategies for navigating economic uncertainty and evolving customer expectations — equipping them to lead with confidence and shape the future of finance. See the full
agenda below.

Hear from experts in money movement

Monday, April 27, 2026
7:00 AMRegistration Opens 
8:30 AMActivities: Golf Tournament & Spa

Located at Torrey Pines Golf Course.

There will be a shuttle from The Del to Torrey Pines in the morning.

Experience ocean-inspired wellness at The Del’s spa.

12:30 PMLunch 
4:00 PMFollow the Money | Presented by Taylor Mefford, Managing Director at Goldman Sachs Specialty Lending Group and James Steinlage, Director at TD Securities

Examine how technology, data and changing investor expectations are reshaping how firms create value for clients.

5:00 PMHow Banks are Building the Future of Treasury Solutions | Presented by Kristen Hillenbrand, Head of Treasury Management Sales at Western Alliance, Judson McAdams, EVP Director at SouthState Bank, and Jonathan Comeau, Executive Director at Wells Fargo

Examine how banks are evolving treasury services to meet growing demands for visibility, automation, and control. Learn how new technology and integrated platforms will shape the next generation of treasury solutions.

6:00 PMWelcome Reception & Entertainment 
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
8:00 AMBreakfast 
9:00 AMThe Future of Automotive Commerce | Presented by Andrew Rankin, Head of Sales for Specialized Industries and Brandon Graham SVP, Wholesale Payments Consultant at Truist

Discover how shifting consumer expectations are transforming auto, reshaping dealership commerce, distribution models, and payment options.

10:00 AMAI in Banking | Presented by Rachel Castro, SVP, Business Banking Partnerships & Channel Growth at U.S. Bank and Laura Menken, Senior Vice President, Head of Retail Digital Payments & Wallet at PNC

Learn how AI is reshaping banking — from fraud detection and risk management to personalization — helping leaders cut costs, improve security, and drive smarter decisions.

11:00 AMGrowing Commercial Acceptance | Presented by Khalid Jawaid, Head of Supplier Enablement at Mastercard, Holly Tennant, Director, B2B Product Client Growth Strategy at Bank of America and Erin Clay, SVP Managed Services at Priority

Explore how businesses can expand digital payment acceptance across commercial ecosystems, making it easier for suppliers, platforms and merchants to transact more efficiently.

12:00 PMLunch 
1:00 PMModern Financial Solutions in Sports | Presented by Darryl Stangry, Director and Scott Anderson, SVP, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Huntington National Bank, Kayla Rodgers, Executive Director at Rally and Rob Sine, CEO at Blueprint Sports

See how sports and commerce are evolving and the lens through which it is viewed is widening. Understand the logistics of stadiums being year-round entertainment districts that generate economic value and strengthen communities well beyond game day.

2:00 PMThe Emergence of Agentic Commerce | Presented by Swee-May Ngeow (May) VP, Head of North America Product, Client Strategy & Solutions at Visa

As AI agents begin to search, decide and transact on behalf of consumers and businesses, commerce is entering a new autonomous era. Explore how organizations can prepare for a future where AI increasingly participates in transactions.

3:00 PMThe Future of Real Estate Payment Technology | Presented by Jack Atkins, Chief Operating Officer at Evans Realty and Jon Tullo, EVP, Head of Client Services and Apartment Management Consultants

Discover how new payment technologies are transforming rent collection, property transactions, and financial operations across the real estate ecosystem.

5:00 PMClosing Beach Reception 
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
8:00 AMBreakfast 
9:00 AMDepartures 

Where leaders around the world meet for the future of fintech

Hear key takeaways from last year's symposium

Jakub Petri, Visa

Rachel Castro, SVP, U.S. Bank

James Kissane, TD Bank

Jonathan Comeau, Wells Fargo

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