Banking and payments executives from across the United States and Canada will gather at MoneyLIVE North America on September 14-15 2026 at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. The event will welcome over 900 senior decision-makers from across the banking and payments ecosystem to explore strategic innovations and emerging industry trends.
Event highlights include:
1. Senior industry speakers:
Keynote speakers include Krista Phillips, Chief Customer Officer, M&T Bank, and Beverly Anderson, President and Chief Executive Officer, BECU, alongside a broad line-up of leaders from major banks, credit unions, community banks, financial technology providers and payments companies.
2. Timely and strategic content:
Sessions will address artificial intelligence and agentic banking, customer experience, digital transformation, modern fraud and financial crime, digital identity, FinTech partnerships, API strategies, embedded finance and the future of payments.
3. Collaboration and networking:
Alongside the conference programme, attendees will have opportunities to connect with senior leaders from across banking, payments and FinTech through structured networking, evening networking receptions and AI-powered meeting scheduling.
4. Startup pitches at Startup City:
New for 2026, Startup City will make its debut at MoneyLIVE North America, providing a dedicated platform for early-stage financial technology companies. The event will feature high-growth fintechs, highlighting the innovations shaping the future of financial services.
5. Technology and innovation partners:
The event will be supported by a range of technology and innovation companies, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Plaid, Backbase and Publicis Sapient. Their participation will give attendees the opportunity to explore new technologies and discuss current industry challenges with solution providers.
According to Kathryn Albright, EVP, Head of Treasury Management, Global Payments & Deposits at Columbia Bank, MoneyLIVE delivers on several fronts: “MoneyLIVE is a high-impact and high-value event for banking and payments professionals, offering excellent insights and networking opportunities,” said Albright.
Early bird registration is open until July 24, with discounted passes available for financial institutions and start-ups. To learn more or secure your place, visit the website.
