PaymentsFirst Event Calendar
Q4 2023 Complimentary Power Hour - Digging Into The "Codes"
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
When working with the Nacha Operating Rules, “codes” really matter! Whether it be the Standard Entry Class (SEC) Codes, Transaction Codes, or even those pesky ACH Operator Reject Codes, they can have an effect on your processing , returns, and even ...
So You Want to Be an NCP? Complimentary Session
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Tuesday, December 12, 2023 – 11:00 am ET / 10:00 am CT • Are you intrigued by the intricate world of financial transactions and eager to play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth flow of checks? o The National Check Professional (NCP) ...
Common Audit Findings
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Discrepancies or findings that fall outside of the audit compliance requirements are considered an audit exception. Meet with our team as we guide you through the top audit error findings of 2023 and give you the opportunity to ask questions and get ...
Simplified: ACH
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Discover the fundamentals of payments using ACH from the Receiving Depository Financial Institutions (RDFI) perspective and how it fits into the current payments landscape.
Tax Refunds
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Most recently, the IRS processed more than 253 million tax returns and other forms and issued more than $452 billion in tax refunds. Incorrect handling of incoming tax refunds can make the Receiving Depository Financial Institution (RDFI) liable and ...
Simplified: Check
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Discover the enduring world of Check Payments, with history, mechanics, and significant regulations, and how it fits into the current payments landscape. Topics include: • Participants in the Check Network • Types of Indorsements • The Difference ...
Next Steps: ACH
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
An intermediate-level course designed to deepen participants’ understanding of the Automated Clearing House (ACH) systems and transactions. Building on the basics, takes a more advanced approach into scenarios, transaction types, and strategic consideratio
Next Steps: Check
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Build on the foundation and learn the intricacies of check payments, check law, and check fraud prevention. Topics Covered:
P2P / CashApp / Venmo / Zelle – Disputes / Fraud
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
While consumers continue to embrace these various faster payments products, financial institutions continue to experience issues with consumer disputes. Did the transaction get pushed from your online banking system (P2P or Zelle) or was it initiated thro
MasterClass: ACH
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore advanced strategies, compliance pitfalls, and innovative applications.
Payments Update – Virtual
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
In this session, we will cover updates and changes within the Rules as well as review some of the changes that still cause confusion within our membership. We will arm you with the information you need to ensure compliance in this ever-changing ...
Q1 2024 Power Hour: Fraud Issue – Money Mules / Phishing
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Work through typical fraud scenarios involving money mules and phishing, how to educate your customer base, and how to respond when a customer is a victim.
Third-Party Senders – Love / Hate Balance
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The relationship between financial institutions and Third-Party Senders can often be described as “Love/Hate”. While Third-Party Senders provide valuable services to businesses, the higher level of risk tends to “turn off” financial institutions based ...
Funds Availability – Regulation CC / ACH / Check / A2A
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
With so many payments coming in through so many channels, how do we handle availability? Should you use the Nacha Operating Rules or Regulation CC? Join us a we breakdown the specific requirements for each of these regulations and identify which to ...
Mastering Financial Exchange Formats – EDI, BAI, MT940
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
In today’s fast-paced financial landscape, effective data exchange is key for businesses and financial institutions. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of key information reporting formats:
Simplified: Card
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Discover the essentials of Card Payments, including an overview of debit cards, credit cards, and prepaid cards, with key concepts of card issuance, authorization, transaction processing, and security features, and how it fits into the current payments lan
Guarding Your Finances: Unauthorized Transactions in Card, ACH, Checks, and Cash Apps
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Posing a threat to individuals and businesses, unauthorized transactions require careful response. Equip yourself with the tools and strategies to protect and take action against unauthorized transactions. Exclusive Takeaway - Resource Grid of ...
Originator Exposure Limits
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Every ODFI is required by the Nacha Operating Rules to perform proper due diligence on all of its Originators and Third-Party Senders to ensure compliance with the Rules. In addition, the ODFI must also:
Simplified: Wire
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Discover the gateway to understanding wire transfers and the role in modern finance, global commerce, and swift and secure movement of funds between entities, and how it fits into the current payments landscape. Topics Include:
Next Steps: Card
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gain a deeper understanding of card payments, including transaction processing, card network operations, and security measures, with the various types of payment cards and how they are used by different industries. Topics Include:
Combating Check Fraud: Detection, Prevention, and Action
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Check fraud is a persistent threat that can have significant financial implications for individuals, businesses, and financial institutions. In this session, we will guide you to understanding, detecting, preventing, and taking action against check fraud.
Summer Series – Common Problem Areas – ACH
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ACH transactions are not immune to challenges and issues that can cause headaches for financial professionals. Explore common problem areas in ACH transactions and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to address and prevent them effectively.
Next Steps: Wire
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Enhance your understanding of wires and how they are impacted by correspondent banking and intermediary institutions, foreign exchange and currency considerations, and AML and OFAC compliance. • Analysis of correspondent banking relationships • Role of ...
Q2 Power Hour: Presumption of Alteration
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore the legal principle of Presumption of Alteration and how it plays a crucial role in check fraud cases. Topics Include:
Recognizing and Acting to Prevent Elder Financial Abuse
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Financial Elder Abuse is viewed as one of the fastest-growing crimes in the US. As of the last census, over 41 million citizens were identified as aged 65 and older. This represents over 18% of the population. By 2030, the number could reach almost 75 mill
Summer Series – Common Problem Areas – Third-Party Senders
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Third-Party Senders play a crucial role in payment processing, but have their own unique challenges and risks. Gain the skills needed to identify, address, and mitigate issues arising from these relationships.
MasterClass: Card
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Emerging trends, engagement strategies, and the latest innovations that affect the world of card payments. Topics Include:
Summer Series – Common Problem Areas – RDC / Mobile
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) and Mobile Capture technologies have changed the way we handle check deposits, presenting challenges and risks. Join us as we explore common problem areas, practical solutions, and strategies for effectively managing them, incl
Payments Fast-Track
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Are you new to payments? Do you need a refresher in one of the various payment channels? Rather than dragging it out, would you prefer a short, intense, get you up and going quickly? If so, join us as we “fast-track” attendees to a better ...
Summer Series – Common Problem Areas – Wire
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wires, with their own challenges and pitfalls, are a constant part of our global financial transactions. Learn how to respond to common problems and ensure transactions are efficient, secure and compliant. Topics Include:
ISO 20022 – Why YOU should Care?
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Are you familiar with ISO 20022? This standard has been incorporated within RTP and FedNow, and will soon be incorporated into FedWire to include expanded information. Join us as we take a look on how this advancement affects your organization. Topics Incl
Legal Basis for FedNow and RTP – OC8, TCH
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
For the past several years, you‘ve heard much talk about the RTP rail and the coming of FedNow! While the “ease of use” is very important for consumers and businesses, the liabilities and responsibilities that apply to each is a common concern to many ...
Summer Series – Common Problem Areas – Debit Card / Regulation E
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Debit Card transactions are not immune to challenges and issues that can cause headaches for financial professionals. Explore common problem areas with the transactions, the consequences of Regulation E, and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to
Reclamations – Federal Government
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Federal Government Payments delivered via ACH are subject to specific rules and liabilities outlined within The Green Book. When it comes to government reclamations, many institutions may find the rules, time frames, and liabilities difficult to understand
Originator Onboarding – ACH
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The addition of a new origination client is always important to a growing origination program. Too often, however, there is dread rather than excitement. An onboarding program with documented procedures can greatly reduce that stress. Join us as we break d
Simplified: RDC / Mobile Capture
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Develop your understanding of RDC and Mobile Capture, the regulations that impact it, and the risk management needed, and how it fits into the current payments landscape. Topics Include:
Simplified: Instant Payments
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Secure a foundation of knowledge on Instant Payments, FedNow, and RTP, the concepts of Instant Payments in general, and how FedNow and RTP have pushed the envelope, and how they fit into the current payments landscape. Topics Include:
Next Steps: RDC / Mobile Capture
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Building upon foundational knowledge, this “Next Steps” course an in-depth exploration for remote and mobile technologies use in deposit capture.
Next Generation Threats: Safeguarding Your Digital Life in Payments
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Next Generation Threats need Next Generation Solutions – contactless, instant issue, biometrics, tokenization, and more! The evolution of Digital Payments continues, and this course seeks to understand emerging threats, advanced security measures, and
Social Media for the FI
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Are you new to running social media or looking to strengthen your current skills? Join our Social Media for the FI course, where we cover everything you need to know about running a business social media account in a beginner-friendly webinar. We will cove
Next Steps: Instant Payments
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Understanding the impact of Instant Payments, real world examples of its use in Retail and e-Commerce, integration with online systems, and fraud / security measures.
Check, Please – Modernizing Traditional Payments
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The world of payments is undergoing a profound transformation, and traditional paper checks are no exception. Explore the modernization of traditional payment methods and focus on the evolution of paper checks in a rapidly advancing digital landscape.
MasterClass: RDC / Mobile Capture
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
An intensive course on Customer service strategies, security protocols, and latest innovations. Topics Include:
MasterClass: Instant Payments
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Strategy to increase use of Instant Payments, regulatory hurdles, and next-level innovations. Topics Include: