2026 Tech Talk - North
In person
ICBA Atlanta Office
999 Peachtree Street NortheastAtlanta, GA 30309
United States
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.
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CBA Bank Member
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$150.00 |
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Prospective Member
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$200.00 |
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Leader Sponsor
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$2,500.00 |
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Classic Sponsor
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$2,000.00 |
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Community Sponsor
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$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
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Community Sponsors
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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 |
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