Three full days of networking opportunities, Two-Day Conference with an expanded agenda and 8.5 hours of focused Exhibitor interaction
WSAA 2024 Sessions Details
All Sessions are held in the Summerlin Ballroom.
Want to learn more about our speakers? Click on their names to see their profiles.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Conference Kick-Off, Sponsor Highlights and Prize Giveaway
TIME - 10:00 AM
SPEAKER
Session Description:
WSAA Board of Directors President Deborah Camm will open WSAA 2024 with commentary and the opportunity to win a valuable prize!
The Good, the Bad and the….Of Taking on Acquiring Threat Vectors
Session Description:
Fraud threats have escalated dramatically, with more than a dozen new vectors emerging in just the past 3 -4 years. Acquirers increasingly need integrated data and tools to combat fraud comprehensively, linking merchant on-boarding and transaction processing to thwart intentional and unintentional fraud and reduce chargebacks. The session will examine the threat vectors facing acquirers and the positive results from an integrated approach to tackling fraud to the scary side of what happens when you ignore the signs.
Discover: More than a Card
TIME - 11:15 AM
Moderator
Khari Towns, Executive Relationship Manager, Discover
Speakers
Session Description:
This session will provide an overview of Discover Global Network, insight on Discover's High Brand Risk program and information on digital products related to Tap on Mobile and Stored Payment Tokens.
Are You Smarter Than a Payments Professional?
TIME - 1:30 PM
Game Show Hosts
- Bart Kohler; Chief Sales Officer, Unity Fi Payment Solutions
- Amanda Beam, WSAA Board of Directors and Director of Partner Success, Maverick
Celebrity Contestants
Session Description:
Here's your chance to win valuable prizes! Compete with noted industry leaders - as well as the entire audience - in our Vegas-style "Game Show", "Are You Smarter Than a Payments Professional?"!! Test your knowledge of the business by playing along from your seat!
Winning Strategies for Growth - Presented by Visa
Session Description:
Last year at WSAA 2023 the Visa team assembled top thought leaders in the acquiring ecosystem to discuss various topics that shape the Future of Payments. During this year's conference the team will build on that foundation during three individual sessions offering additional insights and advice to help foster further growth within the acquiring community.
Getting Ready for Revenue: Are Your Small Business Clients Ready for the Future of Payment Acceptance?
Session Description:
Join Authorize.net as they navigate the trends shaping the payments landscape. You’ll gain insights on how to help prepare your small business clients to deliver the payment experiences their customers expect, mitigate fraud and risk, and build brand loyalty – leveraging simple, intuitive tools that can help boost their bottom line.
Embedding the Future: Navigating the Surge of Embedded Payments
TIME - 3:00 PM
Moderator
Speakers
Session Description:
Merchants need a payment professional who can consult with them on every aspect of payments. In addition to Accounts Receivable, they have other challenges that they are trying to solve. This segment will discuss the Embedded Payment phenomenon, and why everyone is thinking about it as they build winning strategies to grow their business.
How Emerging Segments Can Help You Acquire More Customers and Increase Revenue
Session Description:
This presentation highlights the impact of emerging trends on businesses, consumers, and the economy as a whole. It also provides insights on how companies in the payment industry can adapt and thrive amidst these changes. We will focus on Small Business, Debt Repayment, and Healthcare.
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Day Two Kick Off, Message from the President & Prize Giveaway
TIME - 8:30 AM
Speaker
- Deborah Camm, President, WSAA Board of Directors and Managing Partner,
Oasis Consulting LLC
Session Description:
Please join us as President Deborah Camm kicks off Day 2 with additional opportunities to win valuable prizes!
Trends Shaping Commerce
Session Description:
Explore the dynamic landscape of the payments industry in this insightful session. We’ll delve into the headwinds—such as regulatory changes, technological disruptions, and market competition—that pose challenges to the sector. Simultaneously, we’ll highlight the tailwinds, including innovation, consumer trends, and strategic opportunities, that can propel growth and success. Join us to understand how to navigate these opposing forces and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
The Payments Pendulum: Empowering ISOs to Compete with ISVs Through Technology
TIME - 9:30 AM
Moderator
Speakers
- Ron Halversen, Clarity Ventures
- Jordan Thaeler, POS+
- Joseph Layne, HYFIN
Huy Huyn, TWS Solutions
Session Description:
The panel discussion will focus on how ISOs can leverage an ecosystem of integrated technology partners to unlock new revenue opportunities and sell into integrated Total Addressable Markets (TAM). The aim is to illustrate the evolution of ISOs with practical examples from technology partners who can demonstrate the potential for growth and competitiveness in the market.
Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionizing the Payments Landscape
TIME - 10:15 AM
Moderator
Sarah Adams, CRO, ISVPay
Speakers
Session Description:
Over the last few years AI has been thrown around, watered down, and used to make those who have not knowingly adopted it feel like the ship has sailed off without them. Without even realizing it, you are leveraging artificial intelligence every day as it is embedded in technology to streamline and enhance various aspects of financial transactions and payment processes. AI technologies leverage algorithms, machine learning, and data analytics to automate tasks, improve accuracy, detect fraud, and optimize decision-making. In this session we will look to demystify AI as it becomes more prevalent in our industry.
Reshaping the ISV: A Vision for 2025 and Beyond
Session Description:
Gain forward-looking insights into the evolving landscape of Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and explore the trends and innovations that will define what these partnerships look like in the future. Learn how to effectively partner with or become an ISV to unlock new growth opportunities. Discover how to stay ahead in a rapidly changing market, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and position your business for sustained success.
Values-Driven Growth: Charting a Course for the ISO of the Future
Session Description:
Join a panel of industry veterans for a comprehensive discussion on sustainable business expansion, featuring insights on achieving long-term growth while balancing ambition with prudence. Gain valuable knowledge on funding options for expansion, setting realistic growth goals, and implementing successful international strategies. This expert panel will also provide guidance on preserving personal values and company culture during scaling, navigating the complexities of leaning on external resources.
Taking your Business to the Next Level Sounds Great: But are you Really Ready?!
Session Description:
Taking your business to the next level requires much more than technology, solutions and people. Are you prepared for a deeper, more complex bank relationship? What about the Card Brands? Taking Merchant Risk? Are you properly capitalized? Does your balance sheet tell a compelling story to potential investors or buyers? During this session a unique blend of industry experts will provide valuable insights into the critical behind-the scenes complexities of evolving your business.
Keynote Entertainment: The Passing Zone
TIME - 4:00 PM