Innovation, Insights & Real-World Applications at Tech Talk North

Tech Talk November

Community bankers and innovation partners came together for Tech Talk North, hosted by CBA at the ThinkTECH offices in Atlanta. The day featured roundtable discussions, partner updates, and practical sessions that turned innovation ideas into actionable strategies.

Thanks to ICBA for hosting, Christian Ruppe, Colony Bank for serving as emcee and moderating the roundtables, and to our sponsors for making the event possible.

• Ross Mynatt, Craft Bank, delivered “Leading with Vision: A CEO’s Blueprint for Tech-Driven Growth.”
• Marisa Reynolds, Genesys Technology Group, conducted an interactive session, “The Fintech Fit: Matching Innovation to Your Bank’s Big Picture.”
• Neil Natic, Georgia Banking Company presented “Securing Your Microsoft 365 Environment: A Banking Perspective on M365 Compliance & Security.”
• Kristina Morris, ICBA, shared a “Community Bank Innovation Update.”
• James Stevens, Troutman Pepper Locke, addressed “Regulatory Hot Topics.”
• Christian Ruppe, Colony Bank led “Practical AI in Action: Real-World Use Cases from Georgia Community Banks.”

We’re already looking forward to Tech Talk North 2026 in March and November—more opportunities to learn, connect, and lead the way in community banking innovation.