5 Sessions Coming to Level Up 25 That Compliance Experts Can't Miss

Posted By: Brian Reddoch APP Dispatch,

5 Sessions Coming to Level Up 25 That No Compliance Leader Would Want to Miss

Level Up 25 is shaping up to be the must-attend event for risk and compliance professionals in the payments industry. With a member registration cost of just $895 and room rates starting at $145, this conference delivers exceptional ROI for attendees looking to stay ahead of the curve in a complex and rapidly evolving landscape. Here are five sessions from this year’s agenda that no compliance leader will want to miss.


1. What’s Important to Regulators?

Day 1 at 1:45 PM

This session offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from payments examiners at the OCC, FDIC, and NCUA. Moderated by Jordan Bennett of Nacha, the panel will delve into what truly matters to regulators, including their priorities, thought processes, and expectations for financial institutions, payment processors, TPSs, and merchant acquirers. Attendees will gain actionable insights to align their practices with regulatory demands and even provide feedback to shape future oversight priorities. If understanding and staying ahead of compliance expectations is critical for your organization, this is the session to attend.


2. Leadership Keynote: Hanging in the Balance

Day 1 at 2:45 PM

Crises are inevitable, but how organizations prepare for and respond to them can make all the difference. This keynote, led by a strategic advisor with over 20 years of experience in high-stakes situations, will cover how financial leaders can create a culture of preparedness. Attendees will learn how to craft crisis response plans that connect employees, clients, and stakeholders, ensuring resilience and recovery. This session is essential for compliance leaders who want to build strong crisis management frameworks that permeate their entire organizations.

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3. Navigating Emerging Compliance Challenges

Day 2 at 10:55 AM

Emerging regulations around online consumer privacy and website accessibility are becoming significant challenges for merchants. This session explores the regulatory environment and how the payments industry can shape the way businesses collect, store, and process consumer data, while also improving accessibility to digital platforms. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of these obligations and practical strategies to help merchants stay compliant and mitigate risks.


4. Navigating Federal and State Regulatory Shifts in Payments

Day 2 at 11:55 AM

The APP Government Relations Strategic Interest Group (GRSIG) panel will explore how the 2024 elections might influence the payments industry. With insights from past elections and expert analysis from Washington, D.C., this session provides a comprehensive overview of anticipated legal and regulatory changes. Compliance leaders will gain clarity on the most pressing concerns for 2025 and beyond, bridging the gap between evolving regulations and organizational strategies.


5. Five Sessions from the Payment Networks

Visa, Mastercard, and Nacha will host five highly anticipated sessions throughout the conference. While details are still forthcoming, these sessions are always a highlight of Level Up. Expect valuable insights into industry trends, recent and upcoming product launches, and direct engagement with the networks shaping the payments ecosystem.

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Level Up 25 is more than a conference—it’s an investment in your knowledge, your team, and your organization’s success. These five sessions are just the beginning of what promises to be a packed agenda designed to help compliance leaders navigate the complexities of today’s payments landscape.

Mark your calendars for March 3-7 and secure your spot at www.paymentpros.org/events/levelup25. With unparalleled insights, expert panels, and cutting-edge strategies, Level Up 25 is where compliance leaders will connect, grow, and lead their organizations into the future.