
July 30, 2026
State of Lending: New Rules, New Risks, New Opportunities...The Good, Bad and the Ugly!
Description
State regulators aren’t waiting for Washington. They’re actively reshaping the rules for fintech lenders right now. From the DIDMCA litigation in Colorado to opt-out efforts in Oregon to Iowa’s rising interest rate cap, the state-level activity is accelerating and the stakes have never been higher. Join AFC, Chapman, and industry experts for a candid conversation on what these developments, including the recent OppFi v. DFPI decision, mean for your business, how to engage state policymakers and regulators effectively, and what the evolving landscape means for responsible innovation and long-term growth
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Moderator
Speakers
Marc Franson
Partner, Chapman & Cutler
Tobias Moon
Partner, Chapman and Cutler LLP
Danielle Herring
Director, Regulatory Affairs, Upgrade
Erica Khalili
Chief Legal and Risk Officer
Kate Layton
Chief Legal Officer

June 18, 2026
Beyond the Charter: Managing Risk, Growth, and Operations in Banking
Description
Presented in collaboration with Winston Taylor. This session will explore the practical realities of operating a bank beyond obtaining a charter, including governance, risk management, regulatory expectations, compliance infrastructure, and sustainable growth strategies. Industry leaders and legal experts will share insights on what regulators look for when maintaining a safe and sound institution in today’s evolving banking environment. This webinar is ideal for bank executives, fintech leaders, investors, board members, legal counsel, and compliance professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the operational, regulatory, and governance responsibilities required to build and maintain a resilient financial institution in today’s increasingly complex banking environment.
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Moderator
Phil Goldfeder
CEO, American Fintech Council
Speakers
Carl Fornaris
Co-Chair, Financial Services Practice and FinTech, Banking & Payments Group, Winston & Strawn LLP
Juan Azel
Partner, Winston & Strawn
Janet Hale
Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting
Kayce Seifert
Deputy General Counsel, Product & Regulatory, Mercury

May 21, 2026
The Rise of Agentic Payments, Lending, and the Future of AI-Driven Transactions
Description
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, new opportunities are emerging in financial services. From personal finance to lending and payments, and everywhere in between, financial institutions are considering and implementing AI tools to help consumers improve their financial lives. This webinar will explore how businesses are beginning to leverage this technology, what it means for payment/lending ecosystems, and how organizations can prepare for this shift. It will also examine how the latest developments in AI are changing the customer experience both in consumer-facing and enterprise applications.
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Moderator
Moorari Shah
Partner, Shepard Mullins
Speakers
A.J. Dhaliwal
Partner, Sheppard Mullin
Chris Rigoni
EVP, Head of Partner Banking and Payments, Axiom Bank
Vinay Bhaskar
Chief Operating Officer, Scienaptic
Reggie Young
Chief of Staff, Lithic
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