In this conversation, Payments Professor and Kari Mitchum discuss the role of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) in supporting community banks and the electronic payments industry. Kari shares her personal journey into the field, the importance of community banks in local economies, and the advocacy efforts ICBA undertakes to represent these institutions. The discussion also covers ICBA's educational initiatives, innovation in banking, and the future of community banking.
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In this conversation, Payments Professor and Kari Mitchum discuss the role of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) in supporting community banks and the electronic payments industry. Kari shares her personal journey into the field, the importance of community banks in local economies, and the advocacy efforts ICBA undertakes to represent these institutions. The discussion also covers ICBA's educational initiatives, innovation in banking, and the future of community banking.
In this episode of the Payments Podium Podcast with our host, the Payments Professor, with special guest Tedd Huff from Fintech Confidential, Joe Casali from Wrestling Payments, and Peter Tapping from PTap Advisory, we dive into the complex and ever-evolving world of payments, innovation, and technology. From the intricate "digital maze" of systems, rules, and regulations to the fascinating intersection of risk, faster payments, and open banking, this episode is packed with insights and revelations.
Key Topics Covered:
🔹 The rise of faster payments and their exponential growth.
🔹 Bridging the gap between financial institutions and technology companies through effective "technology translation."
🔹 A closer look at Cash App, Venmo, and Zelle in small business transactions.
🔹 Challenges in cross-border payments and the role of AI in streamlining processes.
🔹 Open banking and the regulatory hurdles shaping its implementation.
🔹 The parallels between professional wrestling and the payments industry—because sometimes, opinions need to be wrestled with!
Join the Payments Professor as he deciphers the latest trends, tackles tough industry questions, and provides actionable insights to help you navigate the complex world of payments and technology.
The Payments Podium
In this conversation, Payments Professor and Kari Mitchum discuss the role of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) in supporting community banks and the electronic payments industry. Kari shares her personal journey into the field, the importance of community banks in local economies, and the advocacy efforts ICBA undertakes to represent these institutions. The discussion also covers ICBA's educational initiatives, innovation in banking, and the future of community banking.
