Hundreds of participants – including rising stars, senior executives and male advocates – will spend two days with some of the most successful leaders in the global paytech ecosystem. We will hear from speakers dedicated to unlocking more creative and profitable organizations by improving diversity, equity and inclusion within their companies and our industry.
Key Education Tracks of Focus:
Check into the Summit and get your badge, ribbons and swag bag!
Plus, pick up your winning auction item(s) at the end of the day.
BRING A BOOK. TAKE A BOOK. This is a great way to share a favorite read & find your next beloved book! From insightful business books to fun beach reads, clear out your bookcase of new & used books and make room for more. Forgot a book? No problem – we brought books for you!
Open the entire conference, the free bookstore is a great place to make a connection and be a connection!
More information to come.
Speakers: Crystal McCorkle, Client Service Specialist at Global Payments, Amanda Beam, Director, Partner Relations at Signature Payments, Holli Targan, Wnet Founder and Partner at Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss
Whether you are new to Wnet or just want a refresher – you are welcome to attend this free, optional event. Meet Wnet member ambassadors, founders, Wnet staff and members, and other first-time attendees. We will spend the hour getting to know one another through a variety of ice-breakers. We'll also present our "Wnet New Member and First-Time Attendee Briefing" session.
Do you have an idea or solution to a problem that you see in the world around you? Are you uncertain whether it is an idea that you can cultivate inside your existing organization? Or are you thinking about starting a company around this idea for a new product or service?
Our new Innovation Lab task force is pleased to host a complimentary Pre Conference workshop to help you explore your business aspirations into the future. Whether you are thinking of converging new payments technology with an old or completely new problem, our mission is to help pair you with experts and women who have walked the path you may be considering to support you on the journey through Innovation.
Join us for an hour of immersion into our Innovation Lab where you can network with women who are on a similar stage of their journey.
Speakers: Debra Fine, PSCU and Helen Ceike Ojeda, CPC, UC Irvine
Life’s journey presents many challenges that can slowly erode our personal power and belief in our capabilities. During this interactive workshop, you will be guided through a process to identify and address
the cumulative impact of these events and reclaim your personal power.
Pre-registration required.
Come stop into the STAT Wellness open lounge space, EmPowered by Talus Pay.
The lounge will be staffed by a variety of health experts in the wellness space from functional medicine providers to dietitians,
health coaches, personal trainers and physical therapist. Whether you want to join one of our micro sessions, get a movement screen, or pop in and ask your health and wellness questions, we are looking forward
to meeting you! Our experts have knowledge in hormones throughout a lifespan, gut health, goal setting, building a better plate and strategizing ways to add more movement into your day. We want to be your
one-stop wellness shop. See you in the lounge!
You hear about new technology all the time – both technology at-large and within your industry. So, how do you keep up and make it work for you?
Join us to learn about the latest technology trends that will transform the way you work – and your team’s productivity. Choose the ones that will work for you! A fun and interactive session that mixes networking
with digital learning. Share ideas, discover tips and tricks and bring your smartphone for hands-on education.
Pre-registration required.
The Atlanta Chapter welcomes attendees to their great city.
Join us for a bit of networking as we kick off your Leadership Summit by meeting someone new.
All welcome!
Pre-registration required.
More information to come.
Visit as you please! Stop by any of the open lounge spaces where you can expand your Summit education and networking with these unique, hands-on, 20-minute micro sessions.
Speaker: Joy Canonigo, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Discover
Women have power, collectively we have impact. Raising each other up and channeling the power of collaboration is how we achieve greater equity. Research from Harvard Business Review shows that women who have
a network of well-connected peer across diverse groups and who have an inner circle of close female contacts are more likely to land executive positions with greater authority and higher pay. These close
connections with other women can be a safe space for women to discuss how to overcome cultural and systemic hurdles.
According to Pew Research Center, the gender pay gap has held steady for the
past 15 years. In 2020, women earned 84% of what men earned. However, women of color earned as low as 57% of what men earned. The harshest effect of the gender pay gaps continues to be on women of color.
Women’s rights are human rights; so let’s make a pact to amplify women voices and lived experiences and leverage our collective power to achieve greater equity.
Update your professional image with a new photo, perfect for your social media accounts and your company and Wnet profiles. Digital photos are free and available to all post-event.
Life hacks and habits for efficiencies and maintaining a better work + life balance.
Expand your Summit education and networking with these unique, hands-on, 20-minute micro sessions.
Speakers: John Skinner and Rob Brown from JP Morgan Chase, Juan Garrido, SVP, Product Management
Executive Enterprise Payments – Merchant Services at Bank of America, Todd Linden, Executive Vice
President & Division Head Merchant Acquiring at Woodforest National Bank.
During this panel, we will discuss the importance of male allyship and advocacy in the workplace. We will hear from
senior male leaders on why they decided to step up and advocate for inclusion in the workplace, and the challenges they face as male allies.
Attendees will leave with:
Speaker: Jodie Kelly, Chief Executive Officer, Electronic Transactions Association
In the
past few years, Buy Now Pay Later payments options burst on the scene, with consumers flocking to the payment option and payments players quickly offering their own products. In the past year, regulators
have also paid close attention to BNPL and the economic downturn has caused some commentators to question the strength of the offering. Join Jodie Kelley, CEO of ETA, as she explores the promise, potential
and peril of BNPL what’s next for the industry, and what the BNPL journey says more broadly about trends in payments.
Speakers: Erin Barbeau, Senior Business Process Manager at FIS, Monica Kennedy, SVP, Portfolio Executive, Global Banking Merchant Services at Bank of America, Robyn Growe, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Global Payments, Tommy Marshall, Executive Director at Georgia Fintech Academy and Megan Mountain, Director of Product Management at Paya
As a leader, we all have the responsibility of lifting others up who will be the future of our organizations and pioneers of our industry. In this panel discussion, leaders from across payments and fintech will
share their stories about how they focused on career development and growth while also sharing tips and strategies for advancing others’ careers as they help cultivate and nurture the next generation of
women leaders.
Attendees will leave with:
Speakers: Erin Davis, Senior Vice President, Corporate Banking at Bank of Texas, Edie Kirkman VP of Product Development at Fiserv and Shannon McCann, Director, Marketing & Sales Enablement at VizyPay, Moderated by Polly Van Duser, SVP of Talent Acquisition at One Inc.
Not all leaders sit in the C-suite or even manage people, but all leaders do have the ability to influence those around them. In this panel discussion, a diverse group of leaders in payments and fintech, ranging from entry-level employees to C-suite executives, will share their personal success stories of how they lead in their current role.
Attendees will leave with:
Speaker: Dr. Kristin Oja, DNP, Founder and CEO, STAT Wellness
Come join Dr.
Kristin Oja, DNP, as she discusses the importance of optimal gut health and tips and tricks to restore gut function today.
Speaker: Dr. Kristin Oja, DNP, Founder and CEO, STAT Wellness
Come join Dr. Kristin Oja, DNP, as she breaks down what happens on a cellular level when our body is under stress.
During this session, we will discuss tips and tricks to help prevent burnout and transition from surviving to thriving!
Speakers: Stephanie Foster, Advisory Board Member at Defynance, Kim Fitzsimmons, Chief Executive Officer at Talus Pay and Jay Moran, SVP of Platform Engineering at Fiserv and Jackie Parker, Senior Vice President, Talent Management and Chief Diversity Officer at Global Payments
Companies around the globe continue to face uncertainty with inflation, Covid-19, The Great Resignation, economic changes and civil unrest. These daily challenges have shaken up the world and caused us all to
reevaluate our leadership style. During this session, leaders from across the payments and fintech industry will share personal stories, lessons and advice on how to navigate being a leader in a world that
is constantly changing.
Attendees will leave with:
Speakers: Theresa Gongora, Executive Vice President, Finance at Global Payments Inc., Laura Gibson, Associate Director at Protiviti, Kathy Kmiotek, Director Channel Marketing at Fortis and Matt Johanson, Senior Vice President of Social Impact & Chief ESG Officer at Discover
Advancing women of color isn’t a talent shortage issue, it’s a sponsorship issue. Women of color continue to fall behind their white peers in advancing beyond the director role. During this panel, we will discuss
why we need men and women in executive level positions to be more intentional with sponsoring women, particularly women of color.
Attendees will leave with:
Speakers: Stephanie Polen, Founder, Unshakeable Women, and Julie Holunga, Founder, Women's Catalyst Network and Chinook
No more surface-level connections! Your time is valuable. Now is the time to really get to know the people in your internal and external network who can help you grow, influence your next position and add value
to your career journey. In this session, we will practically prepare our mindset and approach, use questioning and conversation tools and get energized to build our community. (It really is easier than you
think!)
Attendees will leave with:
Speaker: Dondi Black, Senior Vice President, Chief Product Officer at TSYS
Teamwork makes the dream work! As leaders, we strive to build high-performing teams that become valuable assets to our organizations. Leaders who have successfully developed highly effective teams are often
promoted or asked to take on additional responsibilities. However, developing and retaining talent can be tricky and difficult to navigate. Join us to hear how several leaders have approached building their
teams, the skills required for success and best practices that result in high performance and promote career advancement for everyone on the team, including you.
Attendees will leave with:
Expand your Summit education and networking with these unique, hands-on, 20-minute micro sessions.
More information to come.
Connect with new friends and support Wnet. Find local downtown restaurants here, curated by the Georgia Restaurant Association.
Need a helping hand to figure out where to go and what to do in Downtown Atlanta? Or maybe you're looking for a business or service? Or you're a Downtown student or employee who would like an escort to your parking garage or any other location Downtown? Or you need assistance locating your vehicle after attending your event? Ask a member from the DOWNTOWN AMBASSADOR FORCE!
Check into the Summit and get your badge, ribbons and swag bag!
BRING A BOOK. TAKE A BOOK. This is a great way to share a favorite read & find your next beloved book! From insightful business books to fun beach reads, clear out your bookcase of new & used books and make room for more. Forgot a book? No problem – we brought books for you!
Open the entire conference, the free bookstore is a great place to make a connection and be a connection!
Speaker: Katelyn Raymond, DPT, Director of Movement and Physical Therapist, STAT Wellness
The STAT Way: Full body workout focusing on strength, stamina, and stability. No equipment needed.
Speaker: Jennifer Keitt, Co-Founder/Chief Empowerment Officer, The Keitt Institute
Today’s women professionals are extremely powerful! Female leaders have distinct superpowers – skills, talents, abilities – that enable them to lead themselves and others. In this high-energy, practical, engaging session, participants will work with media veteran Jennifer Keitt to uncover their unique superpowers and leave with winning strategies to improve their lives and organizations. .
Visit as you please! Stop by any of the open lounge spaces where you can expand your Summit education and networking with these unique, hands-on, 20-minute micro sessions.
Come stop into the STAT Wellness open lounge space, EmPowered by Talus Pay.
The lounge will be staffed by a variety of health experts in the wellness space from Functional Medicine Providers to Dietitians,
Health Coaches, Personal Trainers and Physical Therapist. Whether you want to join one of our micro sessions, get a movement screen, or pop in and ask your health and wellness questions, we are looking forward
to meeting you! Our experts have knowledge in hormones throughout a lifespan, gut health, goal setting, building a better plate and strategizing ways to add more movement into your day. We want to be your
one-stop wellness shop. See you in the lounge!
Update your professional image with a new photo, perfect for your social media accounts and your company and Wnet profiles. Digital photos are free and available to all post-event.
Speakers: Martha Beard, Managing Director, Head of Public Sector Payments at J.P. Morgan, Eva Robinson, North America Head of Public Sector at J.P Morgan Moderated by Laura Miller, President, JP Morgan Merchant Services
The lack of diversity on corporate boards isn’t a new topic of discussion. Research shows there are many benefits to having a diverse and equitable board of directors. But women still have a lot of strides to
make since according to a 2022 report from Deloitte, women represent only 20 percent of board seats globally. During this session, women leaders who have held board seats will share how they broke down barriers
and earned a seat at the table.
Attendees will leave with:
Speaker: Liz Pike, President, Green Rhino Recruitment
Sometimes navigating through the Payment Industry can feel like being little Ralphie in A Christmas Story pouring over his secret decoder ring to uncover the hidden message about drinking Ovaltine.
In this session, Liz Pike, will explain terms and roles, even if you haven’t gotten your secret decoder ring in the mail just yet. The alphabet soup of payments will be de-mystified with just a little
help from your friends at MAC.
Speakers: Aubrey Amatelli, Chief Revenue Officer at Quickfee, Rachel Elkins, Corporate Communications Analyst I, Moderated by Valissa Perrilous, Standout Career Guide
Attendees will leave with:
Hear the stories of women on their career journey who have hired coaches to support their career development. Coaching provides a pathway to unlock untapped potential by exploring the boundless opportunities for the future and then putting action plans to achieve the stated goals.
Speaker: Whitney Stewart Russell, President, Digital Channels at Fiserv
Key Takeaways:
Speaker: Sarah Ganka, Dietitian, STAT Wellness
Come join Sarah Ganka, RD,
as she discusses the role chronic inflammation plays in diseases and longevity. During this session, we will discuss acute vs. chronic inflammation and ways you can naturally reduce inflammation through
lifestyle. .
Expand your Summit education and networking with these unique hands-on 20-minute micro sessions.
Speakers: Jennifer Tramontana, President, The Fletcher Group, Britt Zarling, Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications, Fiserv, Elizabeth McMillan, Senior Director, Global Brand and Communications, Fiserv and members of the Wnet Branding and Messaging Priority Team
A special presentation from Jennifer Tramontana, Britt Zarling and Elizabeth McMillan!
Speaker: Jennifer Frasier, Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer, FIS and Gail Burgos, Chief Executive Officer of Burgos Consulting Group, Inc. and Santonio Isom, SVP, Global Diversity & Inclusion at Bank of America
Despite the increased focus on diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) in our workplaces, many organizations still struggle with how to drive sustainable and impactful DEI strategies especially with an ever
growing set of stakeholder expectations from leaders, employees, clients, investors, and more. In this session, hear lessons learned and best practices from seasoned DEI leaders as they’ve driven DEI within
their organizations.
Attendee Takeaways:
Speakers: Kim Bynan, SVP, Head of Business Process at FIS, Lucky Caves, Payments & Network Executive Director at NCR, Maia Davis-Singleton, Director, Global Operations at Discover and Amanda Stanzione, President at 360 Talent
We do all that we can to get the corner office, the title, the perks, but when do we take time reflect and reevaluate our priorities as we achieve success in our careers? Join our panel session to hear Discover leader Maia Davis-Singleton, along with FIS leader Kim Bynan discuss how and when to reassess your goals and understand what to do when change is on the horizon. The session will be moderated by Amanda Stanzione.
Takeaways:
Speaker: Jess Turner, Executive Vice President, Global Open Banking and API at Mastercard and Connie Davis, Founder of founder of Kairos
Join Wnet Board Member Jess Turner as she looks at the evolution of payments and what it means for the industry. Providing a digital download on cryptocurrency and digital assets, blockchain, open banking and other emerging technologies, Jess will uncover why it matters to you and your career, and what’s to come.
Speaker: Nicole Baxby, Vice President, Global Customer Success at Featurespace
Whether you know it or not, you’re negotiating every day: trying to get the best deal at your local farmers’ market or getting that raise you’ve been looking for or negotiating with your kids to do their homework.
We all have negotiation power in us. This session will teach us how to take our negotiation skills from good to great.
Attendees will leave with:
Come join STAT Wellness’ Founder and CEO Dr. Kristin Oja, DNP, as she breaks down what happens on a cellular level when our body is under stress. During this session, we will discuss tips and tricks to help prevent burnout and transition from surviving to thriving!.
Expand your Summit education and networking with these unique, hands-on, 20-minute micro sessions.
Take this time to enjoy something sweet from our grab and go dessert stations!
Speaker: Erin Lydon, Managing Director/GM, Poker Power
Poker Power delivers an interactive program including keynote and hands-on poker 101 and gameplay. This engaging session teaches why thinking like a poker player and yes, even having a poker face, matters for women to accelerate their careers.
The session will translate gameplay skills and strategies to the workplace and provide networking through small group learning. No money transacts; no gambling permitted.
End your Summit experience with a special unwinding event that includes three wine tasting stations, music and great networking opportunities at the College Football Hall of Fame!
ALL ACCESS PASS! Wine Down attendees can enjoy the interactive exhibits throughout the Hall of Fame's 2nd and 3rd floor after 6:00 PM.
Cheers to investing in yourself, others, your financial success and your lifelong learning!
Board meeting agenda provided directly to board members one week prior to meeting. Please contact Wendy Holliday at wholliday@wnetonline if you have any questions.
Board meeting agenda provided directly to board members one week prior to meeting. Please contact Wendy Holliday at wholliday@wnetonline if you have any questions.
Board meeting agenda provided directly to board members one week prior to meeting. Please contact Wendy Holliday at wholliday@wnetonline if you have any questions.
