What to Expect at Fintech Nexus USA 2023

What to Expect at Fintech Nexus USA 2023

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We are just one month away from the eleventh annual Fintech Nexus USA event at the Javits Show in New York City so I wanted to bring you this quick preview of what you can expect.

Everything is coming together nicely as we get ready to host the leaders of the fintech world on May 10-11.

Biggest Names in Fintech on the Keynote Stage

We have put together what I think is our best roster of keynote speakers ever. Leading us off on the opening morning is Stephanie Cohen, the Global Head of Platform Solutions at Goldman Sachs. She will be followed by industry legend, Nigel Morris, the co-founder of Capital One and now the head of QED Investors.

We also have Renaud Laplanche, the CEO and Co-Founder of Upgrade, Simon Khalaf, the new CEO of Marqeta, Liza Landsman, the new CEO of Stash, Stuart Sopp, CEO of Current, Mike Cagney, CEO of Figure, Caitlin Long, the CEO of Custodia Bank and many more.

Learn the Latest Developments in Fintech on the Breakout Tracks

The full preliminary agenda is live, but as of this writing, we are still confirming speakers for the remaining open spots. Here is a quick overview of the breakout tracks:

Day One

  • Digital Banking: Embracing the Future – Sponsored by Galileo Financial Technologies
  • Credit & Underwriting Best Practices for Uncertain Times – Sponsored by BHG
  • Financial Health and Inclusion – Sponsored by Equifax
  • Creating the Financial System of the Future – Sponsored by Plaid
  • The Golden Age of Payments Innovation – Sponsored by Visa
  • Fraud Fight Club – In Partnership with About Fraud, Sponsored by Mastercard

Day Two

  • Engaging With Regulators Has Never Been More Important – In Partnership With the American Fintech Council
  • Consumer Lending: Personal Loans, Cards and BNPL – Sponsored by Experian
  • Fintech Investing Set to Rebound – Sponsored by Allen & Overy
  • Are We Moving to a World Dominated by Embedded Finance? – Sponsored by Netspend
  • Lending, Banking and Payments: SMB Fintech Comes of Age – Sponsored by Discover
  • Fraud Fight Club – In Partnership with About Fraud, Sponsored by Mastercard

There will also be demos and sessions in our Innovation Zone both days, including PitchIt on the morning of day two. And there will be a Community Bank and Credit Union Workshop on day two.

Networking is Always a Major Part of Fintech Nexus Events

Fintech Nexus USA is the place to be for one-on-one networkingFintech Nexus USA is the place to be for one-on-one networking

One of the most popular programs at Fintech Nexus USA is our 1-on-1 networking program. When it goes live a couple of weeks before the event our AI-based matching system will suggest people you should meet based on your preferences. You can easily set up 15-minute meetings at the event for an introductory discussion.

We will also have our VIP networking program, along with our Hosted program, for prominent bankers and investors to meet with fintechs on a more curated basis.

Party on an Aircraft Carrier

When the day ends at the Javits Center the festivities begin. This year, we have rented out The Intrepid, the legendary aircraft carrier located on the Hudson River, thanks to BHG Financial. Everyone is invited to walk the few blocks to Pier 86 at 46th street to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as they watch the sunset from the flight deck. You can also check out the space shuttle Enterprise, which is housed inside the Intrepid as well as some of the world’s fastest jets.

You can keep the party going into the night with the official day one after party at the amazing St. Cloud Rooftop at the Knickerbocker Hotel, courtesy of Argyle.

The Fintech Nexus Industry Awards Show

The evening of day two will bring us to one of the highlights of the year in fintech, the Fintech Nexus Industry Awards Show. In its sixth year, this is the night when we all gather to recognize the leaders that are driving the fintech industry forward. We are delighted to welcome one of the global thought leaders in fintech, Brett King, as the MC for this special evening.

You can see all the finalists and the list of categories here. Everyone needs a separate ticket to attend the Awards Show and they are available on our registration page.

PitchIt – The Fintech Startups Pitch Competition

Our startups contest, PitchIt, brings together some of the most promising fintech companies to pitch live to a panel of judges from prominent venture capital firms. Previous winners have included Nova Credit, KickFurther, Sivo and SentiLink.

Applications have already closed for PitchIt and we are now going through the process of selecting a group of 16 semi-finalists from the 100+ applications. They will pitch virtually the week before Fintech Nexus USA and then our independent judges will select the eight finalists who will pitch live on the Innovation Zone stage at Fintech Nexus USA.

The Expo Floor Will be Buzzing

Our 160,000 square foot Expo Floor will feature more than 200 companies providing a range of solutions for the fintech and banking industries. The show floor is always buzzing both days of the event as thi is also where the 1-on-1 networking meetings take place, lunch also happens here as well as the special meetups and afternoon happy hours.

There is still a handful of spots left on the show floor if you are looking to participate but you need to be quick. The sponsorship deadline is this Friday, April 14. More details are here.

Be Part of our Famous Women in Fintech Program

The Women in Fintech program is always very popularThe Women in Fintech program is always very popular

Fintech Nexus has had a thriving Women in Fintech program for many years. Led by Fintech Nexus president, Joy Schwartz, it brings together outstanding women and emerging leaders for networking and celebration. The women’s networking lunch is always packed and the speed networking event receives rave reviews. Our Rising Star program allows a limited number of complimentary tickets to Fintech Nexus USA for women-led fintech startups and aspiring women in fintech. Details are on our Women in Fintech page.

Stay in New York City at a Discounted Rate

We have secured discounted room blocks at a number of New York City hotels. Some hotels are already sold out (of our discounted rooms) but there is still availability at the Marriott Marquis, The Intercontinental and Pendry Manhattan West. These hotels will also likely sell out soon so you need to move to book a discounted room.

Register By April 21 To Secure a Discounted Ticket

You can still register for a discounted ticket to Fintech Nexus USA until April 21. After that date, list prices apply. As a reader of Fintech Nexus News you are entitled to a 15% discount off the already discounted price. Use the promo code Friend15 at checkout to apply your discount.

Putting together this show is a labor of love for the Fintech Nexus team. We are not owned by a big corporation (like every other major fintech conference), we are a small group of fintech and events enthusiasts who love what we do.

I look forward to seeing you in New York City next month. And if you see me walking around the event, please stop me to say hi.

  • Peter RentonPeter Renton

    Peter Renton is the chairman and co-founder of LendIt Fintech, the world’s first and largest digital media and events company focused on fintech. Peter has been writing about fintech since 2010 and he is the author and creator of the Fintech One-on-One Podcast, the first and longest-running fintech interview series. Peter has been interviewed by the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The New York Times, CNBC, CNN, Fortune, NPR, Fox Business News, the Financial Times, and dozens of other publications.

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