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June 1, 202615 min

The Core Conversation: What Every Bank Should Know Before Renewal

Most banks do not realize the clock on their next core decision starts years before renewal. In this episode, ICI Consulting's EVP of Sales, Kevin Mehl, explores how financial institutions can prepare earlier, evaluate the right vendors, and create leverage before entering one of the most important technology decisions they will face. Speakers: Kevin Mehl, EVP of Sales, ICI Consulting Craig Driver, VP, Partner Network, ABA

May 26, 202611 min

Stablecoins Move to the Banking Core: What Bank Leaders Need to Know Now

This podcast will explore how stablecoins are moving from the crypto periphery into the core of regulated banking and institutional finance. Moderated by Tim Pannell, Kevin Bannerton, R&T's Chief Business Development Officer, will discuss what stablecoins are (and are not), the regulatory and market forces accelerating adoption, and what bank leaders should be thinking about now, from payments and settlement to liquidity, funding, and governance. Speakers: Kevin Bannerton, Executive Vice President, Chief Business Development Officer, R&T Deposit Solutions Tim Pannell, VP, Partner Network, ABA

March 19, 202610 min

Balance Sheet Strategy Outlook

Margin momentum has carried financial institutions through the past year—but what happens when that momentum slows? As 2026 commences, bankers face a tightening liquidity environment and the growing challenge of finding the right balance between cost savings and deposit growth. Speakers: Joe Kennerson, Managing Director, Darling Consulting Group Lottie Watts, Senior Director, Partner Network, Content Strategy, ABA

March 2, 202612 min

Cross-Border 2026: The Regional Bank Roadmap

Regional banks are entering a pivotal stage in modernizing cross border payments as ISO 20022 shifts from implementation to optimization. With richer data, growing expectations for real time transparency, and rapid advancements in blockchain and AI, banks must determine how to enhance efficiency and deliver more seamless global payment experiences. This episode with Convera—highlights the top trends shaping 2026, deep diving into the next phase of ISO 20022, the rising importance of interoperability and embedded connectivity, and how strategic partnerships help regional institutions expand capabilities, strengthen client relationships, and compete more effectively. Speakers: Alex Lawrence, Sr. Manager, Content Marketing and Thought Leadership Marketing, Convera Jessica Olivera, Product Marketing Head of Fis, Convera Craig Driver, VP, Partner Network, ABA

February 23, 20266 min

Ask Kaia & the State of Regulatory Compliance

Using anonymized data from thousands of compliance questions asked by bankers over the past 90 days, 360factors CEO Carl McCauley reveals the top regulatory topics keeping banks busy, where confusion persists, and what it tells us about the state of compliance in 2026. A data-driven look at what's actually happening on the ground. Speakers: Carl L. McCauley, CEO, 360factors Tim Pannell, VP, Partner Network, ABA

February 13, 20269 min

The People Problem: The Hardest Part of Data Transformation

Banks have invested heavily in data and technology, yet many still struggle to turn insights into action. In this episode, we explore why the biggest obstacle to data transformation isn't the platform — it's the people. From siloed teams and low data literacy to insights that arrive too late to matter, we break down the human and cultural barriers that prevent data from driving real decisions. Learn how leading institutions embed trusted, accessible insights into daily workflows — and why putting people at the center is the key to unlocking data's true value. Speakers: Kim Snyder, CEO & Founder, KlarVis Timm Pannell, VP, Partner Network, ABA

January 28, 20265 min

Making Vertical LLMs More Accurate, Auditable, and Defensible

As financial institutions pursue the promise of generative AI to streamline compliance, enhance reporting, and improve operational efficiency, one challenge consistently emerges: trust. A curated content strategy changes the equation. By limiting an LLM's training and retrieval functions to a validated, domain-specific corpus including federal and state regulations, supervisory guidance, internal policy documents, and examiner manuals, financial institutions can significantly improve the accuracy, traceability, and auditability of AI-generated outputs. Speakers: Todd Cooper, CEO, NuComply Craig Driver, VP Partner Network, ABA

January 27, 20267 min

Change Without Chaos: Why Banks Should Rethink "Safe" Tech

SignWell Chief Business Officer Bader Hamdan unpacks a quiet truth in banking tech: sometimes the tools that feel "safe" are actually holding your institution back. From inflated renewal costs with legacy vendors to complex workflows that frustrate teams, Sam shares how the idea of software safety has been warped by brand recognition and inertia. He offers a practical lens for tech change, focusing on what actually improves compliance, speed, and customer experience without triggering internal chaos. Featuring real examples from SignWell's work with financial institutions, this episode is a quick listen with a lasting takeaway: the smartest change is often the simplest one. Speakers: Bader Hamdan, Chief Business Officer, SignWell Lottie Watts, Senior Director, Partner Network, Content Strategy, ABA

December 10, 202516 min

2025 Debit Issuer Study: 20 Years of Growth, Transformation, and Opportunity

The 2025 PULSE Debit Issuer Study is the 20th edition of the annual report on debit use and issuer performance. Over the last two decades, the debit market has expanded as issuers adapted and evolved to meet consumer demands and regulatory requirements. Speakers: Steve Sievert, Vice President Debit Marketing, Discover Network Craig Driver, VP, ABA

December 4, 202510 min

Cash in: Simplify deposits with Allpoint

Discover how Allpoint's cash deposit-enabled ATMs are transforming the way financial institutions serve their customers. In this episode, we explore the benefits of enabling deposit functionality—from expanding access and reducing branch dependency to enhancing customer convenience and operational efficiency. Tune in to learn why financial institutions should cash in on this opportunity. Speakers: Greg Donahue, Vice President, Solutions Management, NCR Atleos Craig Driver, VP, ABA