The 2026 Forum Agenda

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Three days of sessions and discussions designed to move from insight to execution.

The Forum combines structured sessions with curated networking and experiential programming across the three-day program.

Schedule subject to change.

Monday, April 20, 2026
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Wednesday, April 22, 2026

TIME	DESCRIPTION
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	The 2026 Forum Event Registration
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM	MBCA Program Invitation Only**
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM	RiskExec Advisory Council Invitation Only**
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	RiskExec Tips and Tricks Closed Session for Clients and Prospects**
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	The 2026 Forum Opening Night Reception: Begin The Forum with a New Orleans–style welcome. Our Opening Night Reception blends local cuisine, lively networking, and a celebratory Second Line procession to set the stage for an unforgettable Forum experience.

TIME	DESCRIPTION
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM	The 2026 Forum Event Registration
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	Networking Breakfast: Start the morning with a warm breakfast, fresh coffee, and the energy of great conversations ahead.
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM	Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Keynote Session
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	From Regulatory Requirements to Strategic Advantage: The Next Era of Compliance
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM	Coffee Break with Exhibitors: Warm beignets and rich New Orleans coffee to keep the momentum going.
10:50 AM - 11:40 AM	Fair Lending in Focus: Navigating the New Frontiers of Risk and Responsibility
11:40 AM - 12:30 PM	Debanking: Balancing Access and Risk
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Networking Lunch: Enjoy an opportunity with a professional mentalist—an unforgettable Forum experience designed to spark curiosity and conversation.
1:30 PM - 2:20 PM	Supervision, Strategy, and Inclusion
2:20 PM - 3:10 PM	Sustaining CRA Impact in an Evolving Regulatory World
3:10 PM - 3:40 PM	Coffee Break with Exhibitors: Recharge with an afternoon break featuring local flavors and refreshing treats.
3:40 PM - 4:30 PM	Fintech Partnerships and Pitfalls
4:30 PM - 5:20 PM	Minding the Gap: The Community Perspective
5:20 PM - 5:30 PM	Closing Remarks
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Evening Reception at the National WWII Museum* Join us for a private event at the National WWII Museum — one of the nation’s most acclaimed cultural institutions and a powerful tribute to leadership, strategy, and resilience. Continue the day’s conversations in a setting that reflects the very themes we explore at The Forum: disciplined execution, coordination under pressure, and mission-driven leadership. *Included with registration.

TIME	DESCRIPTION
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM	The 2026 Forum Event Registration
7:15 AM - 8:15 AM	Networking Breakfast: Warm breakfast and fresh coffee to begin the final morning — with a touch of New Orleans hospitality.
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM	Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	At the Risk Frontier: Balancing Risk, Regulation, and Resiliency
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM	Beyond the Mandate: Leveraging Your CRA and Fair Lending Toolkit for Growth
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM	Coffee with Exhibitors: Fuel the conversations with more New Orleans sweet treats and café au lait
10:50 AM - 11:35 AM	Crypto Crimes and Compliance Minds
11:35 AM - 12:25 PM	Responsible Innovation: This is Not the Wild West
12:25 PM - 1:30 PM	Networking Lunch: Enjoy a private jazz ensemble while connecting with your peers.
1:30 PM - 2:20 PM	AI Initiatives - Beyond the Hype: Managing AI Risks and Rewards
2:20 PM - 3:10 PM	The Housing Market: Affordability & Access
3:10 PM - 3:40 PM	Coffee with Exhibitors: One last indulgence with a final taste of New Orleans.
3:40 PM - 4:40 PM	The State of the States: Diverging Paths in Financial Regulation
4:40 PM - 5:00 PM	Closing Remarks
Cell	Safe Travels Home and See You Next Year!

An Experience Beyond the Sessions

Continue the conversation in one of the nation’s most powerful and meaningful settings.

Join fellow attendees for a private evening at the National WWII Museum—one of the nation’s most acclaimed cultural institutions and a powerful tribute to leadership, resilience, and decision-making under pressure.

This experience extends the Forum beyond the sessions, creating space for meaningful conversations in a setting that reflects the Forum’s focus on disciplined execution, coordination under pressure, and mission-driven leadership.

Private event • Curated experience • Included with registration

Registered attendees are eligible for 17 CRCM and CERP credits.

CLE credit applications have been submitted in VA, LA, NY, TX, CA, and FL and are pending state approval. Additional jurisdictions may be added.

The 2026 Forum Agenda

Find below an at-a-glance view of the 2024 Fair Lending Forum agenda. More details will be added as they become available.

Note: While press is invited, sessions will be closed unless otherwise indicated; press can connect with attendees in between sessions, meals, and events.

*Agenda is subject to change.

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