In a sector like commercial banking and lending that’s worth more than $8 billion, staying ahead of the curve is key. And in order to do so, those in the industry must attend conferences to stay updated on the latest trends, industry news and changes. Whether you’re looking for financial spreading technology or tech to help with automated underwriting, you can keep your finger on the industry’s pulse at one of the following commercial conferences in 2023.
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Association for Financial Technology Spring Summit
The Association for Financial Technology (AFT) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization that serves as a collective of companies that discuss and analyze financial technology issues.
The AFT is also a collective that contributes services, data, or solutions to nearly all financial institutions within the U.S. This organization hosts a number of events each year, including conferences every spring and fall.
Dates:
Each summit is a three-day event that features panel discussions, keynote speakers and breakout sessions. The Spring Summit is scheduled to be held between March 26-28 next year.
Location:
The 2023 Spring Summit will be held at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street Hotel in Tampa, Florida.
Rates and Reservations:
Currently, AFT member companies will be charged $1,595 for the first registrant and $1,395 for any additional registrants. Unfortunately, there aren’t any prices for non-member companies. If you wish to attend the AFT Spring Summit, it’s advised to get in touch with their corporate office.
Other prices include $299 to bring your spouse or another guest and a la carte pricing. The a la carte pricing for a spouse or guest includes:
- $75 to attend the Welcome Reception
- $150 to attend the special event held on Monday night
- $75 to attend the farewell reception
- $90 to participate in the spouse or guest activity scheduled
The 2023 AFT Spring Summit is a great opportunity to learn more about the industry’s latest trends, such as tax return spreading and financial spreading technology, and network with fellow professionals.
Fintech Meetup
The Fintech Meetup is a wonderful opportunity for those in the industry to come together and discuss the latest developments and trends in fintech.
The 2023 meetup is scheduled to be one of the biggest and most important events in Q1. There will be:
- More than 175 speakers from some of the biggest names in the industry
- More than 200 exhibits and sponsors showcasing their latest solutions
- 65+ sessions covering the latest fintech trends, technologies and more
If you think that this is the one event you shouldn’t miss, you wouldn’t be wrong. The Fintech Meetup has facilitated over 30,000 meetings with proven ROI, and it doesn’t hurt that it was also acquired earlier this year by the Hyve Group — a leader in next-generation global events.
Next year’s Meetup is expected to host a wide range of organizations from commercial banking to venture capitalists and everyone from executive leadership to individual investors.
Location:
The 2023 Fintech Meetup is scheduled to take place between March 19-22 at Aria, Las Vegas.
Rates:
Registration is live, and the rates range from free to $3,200. Those who are eligible to apply for free tickets include:
- Hosted retailers
- Merchants
- Banks with under $100 billion in assets
- Employees in transition
- Credit unions
There’s currently a 33% off discount on all paid tickets. If any of the above choose to pay instead, the current price with the discount is set at $1,025. Growth stage startups, students, professors and nonprofits can also grab tickets at the same discounted price.\
General attendees can also get discounted tickets for $2,150. By far, other than the free tickets, early-stage startups can get in the cheapest, with tickets costing a mere $795.
National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conferences
The National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL) will be hosting its 39th year as the industry’s largest meeting of SBA7(a) lending professionals.
This event will highlight where the industry currently is and what’s required to tackle challenges blocking the way forward. Those who attend will have the opportunity to grow their skills and gain useful insight and best practices.
There are currently three conferences scheduled:
- Spring Conference from April 25-27 in St. Louis, Missouri
- Leadership Summit from July 11-12 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Annual Conference from November 6-8 in New Orleans, Louisiana
Location, Room Rates and Reservations:
The Spring Conference is set to be held at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch, with a room rate set at $209. Registration will open in mid-January and will cut off on April 1 or when the event sells out.
The 2023 Leadership Summit will be held at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya, and registration will open in early April. Currently, there’s no information regarding the room rate or the registration cut-off date.
The Annual Conference will take place at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans with a room rate of $249. Registration will open near the end of June, and the hotel cut-off is set for October 13 or until the rooms are sold out.
Bank Director Conference: Experience FinXTech
The Bank Director Conference: Experience FinXTech is a two-day conference that focuses on the role of technology in the commercial banking industry.
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Attendees will learn about the latest news and innovations in fintech and how they can be used to improve their operations. This conference will also provide insights into the future of banking and how new tech will impact the industry.
Attendees can expect to hear from leading experts in fintech, as well as representatives from some of the world’s largest banks.
This is an important event for everyone in the industry, and it offers a unique opportunity to learn about fintech developments and how they can be applied in the real world.
Location and Rates:
Experience FinXTech is scheduled to take place from May 9-10 at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street in Tampa, FL. The rates vary from $150 for guests to a standard $1,795 per individual. You can visit their registration page for a more detailed description of the conference’s rates.
LendIt Fintech Conference
The LendIt Fintech event is one of the largest fintech events in New York City. This event will host 350 speakers, 225 sponsors and 20,000 meeting requests and is expected to have more than 4,000 attendees.
Some past keynote speakers include:
- Eric Adams, Mayor of the City of New York
- Cris Britt, CEO of Chime
- Catherine Porter, VP of Meta Financial Technologies
The LendIt Fintech 2023 conference is scheduled to take place from May 10-11.
Location and Rates:
Currently, the only information available now is that the event will take place at the Javits Center in New York City and that those who register now can get the early bird rate and save $1,000.
Finovate Spring and Fall Conferences
The Finovate Spring and Fall conferences are two of the most well-known. Each conference showcases the latest and greatest technology for the banking and financial sectors.
Those who attend the event can experience fintech demos and gather key insights from the industry’s top thought leaders.
The 2023 Finovate Spring Conference will include:
- More than 1,000 senior attendees, with more than 50% coming from financial institutions
- More than 50 fintech demos
- More than 100 keynote speakers
The 2023 Fall conference includes:
- More than 60 demos
- More than 100 keynote speakers
- Almost 2,000 attendees
Locations:
The 2023 Finovate Spring Conference is scheduled to take place between May 23-25 at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, CA.
The 2023 Finovate Fall Conference is scheduled to take place at the Marriott Marquis Times Square in New York, NY.
American Bankers Association Annual Convention
The American Bankers Association (ABA) Annual Convention is a premier event for the commercial banking and lending industry. 2023’s convention is to be determined, but this year the ABA Annual Convention will take place at the JW Marriott in Austin, TX.
This is the event of the year to attend for senior bankers to stay one step ahead of the pack. The ABA Annual Convention covers topics like:
- The future of banking
- Current trends at the highest level
- Trend forecasts
- New business solutions
- Insights into key policies
But that’s not all. When you attend the ABA Annual Convention, you’ll be able to talk to senior banking leaders about innovative technology like financial spreading software, profitability and more.
Attendees will also have the chance to mingle with other professionals. This year’s attendees will also have the opportunity to get inspired by speakers, like Michael Phelps and Erica Dhawan.
Location and Rates:
The 2023 dates and rates are still pending. However, you still have the opportunity to attend the 2022 Annual Convention scheduled from October 2-4 at the JW Marriott in Austin, TX.
2023 Commercial Conferences
There are many great commercial conferences scheduled for 2023. Which one will you attend? Each conference offers a unique opportunity to learn about the latest trends in the industry and network with your peers. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of the curve, find inspiration, or discover innovative fintech, such as financial spreading technology, there is a conference out there that’s perfect for you.
Get in touch with FlashSpread to find out which conferences we’ll be attending next year.
