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2026 Tech Talk - North

In person

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM (EST) to Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM (EST)

Join the innovation conversation at Tech Talk North—where ideas become action. This roundtable-style event is a dynamic forum that connects community bank leaders with fintech innovators to tackle real-world challenges and opportunities. Through interactive peer discussions, live product demos, and thought-provoking sessions, Tech Talk is your chance to gather practical tools, network with solution providers, and gain fresh insight from your peers.

What makes this program a MUST-ATTEND:

  • Moderated roundtable discussions based on bank challenges, goals, successes, and lessons learned.
  • Product demonstrations from fintech providers showcasing solutions for both front and back office needs.
  • Opportunities to build relationships across Georgia’s community bank innovation ecosystem.
  • One-on-one sessions with innovation bankers to explore where your bank stands and where it can go next.

Mark your calendar and plan to join the conversation at Tech Talk North—you’ll leave with fresh perspective, real tools, and connections that can move your bank forward.

Credits Price
CBA Bank Member
This ticket is for CBA Bank Members only. 
$150.00
Credits Price
Prospective Member
This ticket is non Bank members.
$200.00
Credits Price
Leader Sponsor
includes 2 registrations, 5-minute pitch
$2,500.00
Classic Sponsor
includes 1 registration, 5-minute pitch
$2,000.00
Community Sponsor
includes 1 registration
$1,500.00

Where to stay: Hotel with ICBA negotiated rates

Hyatt Centric Midtown Atlanta
125 10th Street NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30309

  • ICBA Rate which is 15% off their Best Available Rates
  • Reservations can be made online using ICBA's personal booking link.
  • Under Special Rates make sure Corp/Group Code CR190017 is populated

Thank you to our 2026 Tech Talk North Sponsors

Leader Sponsor




Classic Sponsors
ScreenSteps 



Community Sponsors
Troutman Pepper Locke Logo

 


Interested in reaching innovation minded community bankers? 
Please contact cba@cbaofga.com

Agenda

November 4
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Welcome Reception - ICBA Office
6:30 PM Dinner with CBA Partner Firms (TBD)
November 5
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Arrivals Begin with Coffee and Pastries
8:30 AM - 8:40 AM Kickoff - Welcome John McNair, CEO of CBA of Georgia

Innovation Committee – Welcome
Christian Ruppe
8:40 AM - 9:30 AM Dark Web Monitoring and Threat Mark Trinidad - Allure Security
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM Sponsor Spotlights Genesys Technology Group
ICBA
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM Break
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Guidelines for Responsible AI Usage (Best Practices and Common Mistakes) Zach Duke- Finosec
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Core Provider Update on AI Enhancements 11:00 am - 11:30 am - Jack Henry
Allen House, Ben van Glabbeek

11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Fiserv 
Andy Hernandez, Tim Ruhe, Darik Salem

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM Sponsor Spotlight: Narmi
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM Networking Lunch
1:15 PM - 1:25 PM Sponsor Spotlight: IBT Apps
1:25 PM - 2:10 PM How AI is Reshaping Digitial Customer Expectations and What Community Banks Can Do About It VerticeAI
2:10 PM - 2:15 PM Sponsor Spotlight: Screensteps
2:15 PM - 2:50 PM Roundtable Marisa Reynolds, Genesys Technology Group
Facilitator
2:50 PM - 2:55 PM Sponsor Spotlight: Vericast
2:55 PM - 3:00 PM Action Items, Wrap Up, Adjourn

For More Information:

Michele Doyle
Michele Doyle
Director of Professional Development and Communications Community Bankers Association of Georgia (770)541-0382