Payments Hub

Payments Pros, this is home base for sessions and networking.

Look no further than the Payments Hub for curated payments content in one central location: 

Payments Keynote | Payments Track of Sessions 

Payments Networking Events | Payments Stage

The Payments Hub is Sponsored by

Payments Keynote: ACH vs. Checks: A Payments Showdown

For better or worse, checks remain a preferred payment method for many U.S. businesses. While checks are highly susceptible to fraud, some organizations value checks for their simplicity and familiarity. In this discussion, you’ll hear strong arguments from proponents of both ACH and checks, with each side making the case for why their preferred payment method is a safer choice. Walk away with a clearer understanding, and hopefully convinced one way or the other, on the best approach for your organization.

Andrew Deichler, Director of Enterprise Payments, AFP

Michael Herd, Executive Vice President, ACH Network Administration, Nacha

Greg Litster, President, SAFEChecks

Payments Track of Educational Sessions 

A line-up of sessions focused on payments technology, faster payments, real-time payments, cross-border payments, payments fraud and more.

• Harnessing the Power of Instant Payments: Transforming Corporate Finance
• The Final Leg…You’ve Arrived at Your Destination: ISO 20022
• Dark Web, AI, and Data Breaches: A Treasury & Finance Fraud Survival Guide

Payments Networking Events

Limited to corporate practitioners

From Roundtable discussions with set topics to an informal Mixer, you have so many opportunities to find and connect with your peers.

Payments Fraud Symposium: Confronting the Evolving Threat Landscape

Fraud is no longer a static threat — it’s evolving at lightning speed, infiltrating every corner of the business world. From traditional schemes like check fraud and business email compromise to advanced tactics fueled by generative AI and deepfake technology, fraudsters are relentlessly adapting. The 2025 AFP Payments Fraud Survey reveals an alarming surge in attacks, underscoring the need for corporate treasury and enterprise payments teams to stay ahead of the curve. At this year’s Payments Fraud Symposium, hear directly from corporate practitioners and experts on defending against these sophisticated schemes. Gain actionable insights into the latest fraud trends, strategies and technologies to protect payment channels and safeguard your organization against emerging threats.

Sponsored by Nacha

Payments Roundtable: Rethinking Card Acceptance to Tackle Rising Costs and Alternatives

As interchange fees and hidden charges skyrocket, the cost of accepting card payments is becoming unsustainable for many businesses. For most companies, however, rejecting card payments is simply not an option. To combat the rising costs, some organizations are adopting surcharging, while others are exploring innovative alternatives such as Pay By Bank and stablecoins. But are these solutions truly the answer? In this engaging roundtable, share your experiences, concerns, and innovative strategies for navigating the challenges of card acceptance fees. Engage with peers in discussions on practical solutions, from implementing surcharges to integrating next-gen payment methods that could help lower costs.

Sponsored by Huntington Bank

Payments Roundtable: Crushing Payment Headaches

We often hear that it’s an “exciting time” for payments, right? Then why does payment processing often feel like a headache? What should be a simple, painless process is often complicated and relentless. This interactive roundtable gives you the chance to vent your frustrations with payment processing challenges while gaining sound advice on how to alleviate those pains. Insights from your peers provide the solutions you need, empowering you to return to your organization with the knowledge to crush those payment headaches once and for all.

Payments Mixer

Grab your favorite beverage and connect with your peers at this informal reception. This is your opportunity to make connections that extend well past the event.

Payments Stage

Located in the Exhibit Hall, the Payments Stage features partner education on hot topics in the Payments space.

Featuring presentations by:

Convera, First Citizens Bank, Fispan, Nacha, Oracle, PrimeRevenue and Trustpair