What kind of education and networking opportunities are available?

The event offers top-rated payments education and significant opportunities to expand professional networks. It is a key source for learning about industry innovations and advancements. Attendees can meet various professionals and hundreds of solution providers, fostering idea sharing and collaboration.

Can attendees earn continuing education credits?

Yes, attendees can earn continuing education credits for their professional development. The conference offers credits for Accredited ACH Professionals (AAP), Accredited Faster Payments Professionals (AFPP), Accredited Payments Risk Professionals (APRP), CTP/CCM, FPAC recertification from the Association of Financial Professionals, and Continuing Legal Education credits.

What are the registration fees for the in-person conference?

Registration fees vary based on membership and time of registration. For example, Corporate/End User rates are $1,295 (Early), $1,595 (Advance), and $1,895 (Standard). Nonmember rates are $2,495 across all periods. A $200 processing fee applies to cancellations requested by February 25, 2027, with no refunds thereafter.

When and where is Smarter Faster Payments 2027 taking place?

The in-person event is scheduled for April 11-14, 2027, at the Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center, near Washington, D.C. . A virtual event, Remote Connect, will be held from June 7-9, 2027 .

What kind of education can I expect at Smarter Faster Payments?

Smarter Faster Payments offers top-rated payments education and is recognized as a leader in industry education. The agenda covers the latest innovations and advancements in financial technology and regulations, including topics such as stablecoin, blockchain, wire, card, and ACH payments [3, 21, 22].

What can I find in the exhibit hall?

The exhibit hall features the newest financial technology, innovative solutions, and a wide array of products and services. It offers an immersive experience to explore cutting-edge tech, ask experts questions, and engage with over 70 dynamic exhibitors [7, 8].

Is there a special offer for new attendees or younger professionals?

Yes, there is a NextGen & New to Payments Special Offer for individuals born in 1987 or later who have not previously attended Smarter Faster Payments .

Conference · Apr 11 to Apr 14, 2027

Smarter Faster Payments 2027

Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Moldova (Washington, D.C. area)

Tickets & registration

About Smarter Faster Payments

Smarter Faster Payments 2027 is a dual-format event, offering an in-person conference from April 11-14, 2027, at the Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD, and a virtual counterpart, Remote Connect, from June 7-9, 2027. This conference is designed to provide top-rated payments education and valuable networking opportunities. ^[1]^[2]

The event is recognized as a leader in payments education, attracting a wide range of industry professionals and strategists. Attendees typically work in areas such as operations, risk and compliance, systems technology, legal, treasury, and accounting. The conference is a central hub for collaboration, offering educational programming crucial for the payments community to learn about industry innovations and advancements. ^[1]^[2]

Smarter Faster Payments brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including professionals from financial institutions, fintechs, solution providers, government organizations, and law firms. It serves as a platform for meeting hundreds of solution providers, enabling attendees to evaluate new software, explore strategic partnerships, and compare vendors. This environment fosters idea sharing to advance the industry. ^[1]^[2]

The conference offers world-class education through concurrent sessions and workshops featuring payments and innovation experts. Attendees can also earn continuing education credits for professional development, including specific certifications like AAP, AFPP, APRP, CTP/CCM, FPAC recertification, and Continuing Legal Education credits. ^[1]^[2]^[3]

Key facts

Dates: Apr 11 to Apr 14, 2027
Venue: Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center
Address: Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center
Location: National Harbor, MD
Organizer: Nacha
Website: payments.nacha.org/

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Getting there

The in-person Smarter Faster Payments 2027 event will be held at the Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center, located minutes from Washington, D.C. Special rates are available for attendees at the Gaylord National Harbor, with Nacha’s Group Rate set at $331, including resort fees. Reservations should be made early due to availability and require a credit card guarantee, but no deposit. ^[1]^[5]

The Gaylord National Harbor is a waterfront resort on the Potomac River, offering easy access to dining, shopping, entertainment, and attractions in National Harbor. Guests can also reach Washington, D.C., Old Town Alexandria, Georgetown, and Nationals Park via water-taxi connections. The resort features a 19-story glass atrium, renovated rooms with modern amenities, an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, a spa, and diverse dining options. ^[5]

What to expect in 2027

ACH
AI-Driven Innovations and Strategies
Payments

Who attends

Smarter Faster Payments is for a diverse representation of roles invested in the payments industry, including professionals and strategists working in operations, risk and compliance, systems technology, legal, treasury, and accounting. Attendees represent financial institutions, fintechs, solution providers, associations, press, networks, U.S. federal or international government, corporates, and legal sectors. ^[1]

The conference is also relevant for those involved in the changing environment of the payments industry, providing opportunities to engage with peers such as organization strategists, technology, accounting, and legal teams. ^[1]

Why it matters

For corporate attendees, there is a special rate available that also allows exploration of the latest advancements in financial technology and regulations, including topics such as stablecoin, blockchain, wire, card, and ACH payments [29, 31]. The event provides a platform to connect with peers and find solutions from over 70 dynamic exhibitors in the exhibit hall [8, 18, 32]. A dedicated tool is available to help plan exhibitor tours, schedule booth visits, access an interactive floor plan, and create personalized itineraries ^[33]. ^[7]^[11]^[12]

WON's point of view

WON's take

Leading financial institutions must proactively integrate advanced AI and faster payment capabilities to remain competitive and meet evolving customer demands, moving beyond traditional transaction models.
Customer experience in financial services is increasingly defined by the speed and flexibility of payment options; businesses should assess how current and emerging payment technologies directly impact customer satisfaction and retention.
Operational efficiency within payments processing needs continuous innovation, leveraging new technologies and strategies to streamline workflows and minimize risk exposure in complex payment ecosystems.

Questions to ask

How can financial institutions leverage AI-driven strategies to not only detect fraud but also to enhance overall operational efficiency and personalize customer payment experiences?
What specific payment innovations are critical for financial brands to adopt in the next 12-24 months to address the needs of an increasingly digital-first customer base and drive competitive differentiation?
Beyond technological adoption, what organizational and cultural shifts are necessary within financial services to ensure successful implementation and utilization of faster payment systems and AI-powered tools?

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Organizer & leadership

Organized by Nacha.

Sponsors & exhibitors

Tickets & pricing

Corporate/End User (Early)USD 1,295
Corporate/End User (Advance)USD 1,595
Corporate/End User (Standard)USD 1,895
Nacha Accredited (Early)USD 1,495
Nacha Accredited (Advance)USD 1,795
Nacha Accredited (Standard)USD 2,195
Direct Member (Early)USD 1,525
Direct Member (Advance)USD 1,855
Direct Member (Standard)USD 2,215
Member (Early)USD 1,595
Member (Advance)USD 1,925
Member (Standard)USD 2,285
Nonmember (Early)USD 2,495
Nonmember (Advance)USD 2,495
Nonmember (Standard)USD 2,495
Attorney (Early)USD 1,295
Attorney (Advance)USD 1,595
Attorney (Standard)USD 1,895
Remote Connect - Corporate/End User (Early)USD 795
Remote Connect - Corporate/End User (Standard)USD 1,095
Remote Connect - Nacha Accredited/Direct Member (Early)USD 795
Remote Connect - Nacha Accredited/Direct Member (Standard)USD 1,095
Remote Connect - Member/Federal Government (Early)USD 895
Remote Connect - Member/Federal Government (Standard)USD 1,195
Remote Connect - Nonmember (Early)USD 1,395
Remote Connect - Nonmember (Standard)USD 1,395

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From the show

Federal Reserve Financial Services @FRBservices
Jun 24, 2026
We connected with payments leaders this spring at Nacha Smarter Faster Payments, ICBA LIVE & ACU GAC. Conversations focused on instant payment adoption, fraud mitigation, ISO® 20022 standards and building a faster, more secure payments ecosystem. More of what we heard: https:
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Yaba @yabarich
Apr 27, 2026
FROM STABLECOINS TO PAYMENT RAILS — TRON DAO ENTERS THE FUTURE OF PAYMENTS CONVERSATION Some appearances are conference participation. Some signal where infrastructure narratives are moving. This may be the second. Because showing up at Nacha Smarter Faster Payments 2026 is h
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ghost @ghostweb3
Apr 25, 2026
@Zebec_HQ is hitting the road hard for payments & crypto events this season. ✅ Nacha Smarter Faster Payments (April 26-29) ✅ Consensus Miami (May 5-7) ✅ XRP Las Vegas (April 30–May 1) https://t.co/ST5VEljEaP
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Volante Technologies @volantetech
Apr 14, 2026
If you delay modernizing your #ACH platform, your biggest risk isn't the cost of modernization. It's the cost of standing still. Attending Nacha Smarter Faster Payments? Come talk shop on ACH modernization at booth #623! 👉https://t.co/gLSLpDxn3A #Payments #Volante https://t.
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Volante Technologies @volantetech
Apr 1, 2026
ACH isn’t broken, but it is under pressure. If you’ll be at Nacha Smarter Faster Payments in San Diego, come see us at booth #623. Let’s talk about how banks are modernizing ACH for the next wave of payments. #ACH #PaymentsInfrastructure #BankTech #ISO20022 #Nacha https://t.co/
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Dropp @droppcc
Mar 20, 2026
Dropp will be at Smarter Faster Payments 2026 in San Diego, April 26–29, at Booth 318. See Pay by Bank via The Clearing House RTP® network and Pay by Stablecoin (USDC) in action for c-stores and digital commerce. https://t.co/MdBy5MqUvq #smarter faster payments #hedera #USDC http
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FAQ

What kind of education and networking opportunities are available?: The event offers top-rated payments education and significant opportunities to expand professional networks. It is a key source for learning about industry innovations and advancements. Attendees can meet various professionals and hundreds of solution providers, fostering idea sharing and collaboration.Source · Source
Can attendees earn continuing education credits?: Yes, attendees can earn continuing education credits for their professional development. The conference offers credits for Accredited ACH Professionals (AAP), Accredited Faster Payments Professionals (AFPP), Accredited Payments Risk Professionals (APRP), CTP/CCM, FPAC recertification from the Association of Financial Professionals, and Continuing Legal Education credits.Source · Source
Who should attend Smarter Faster Payments?: The conference is designed for a diverse group of professionals and strategists in the payments industry, including those in operations, risk and compliance, systems technology, legal, treasury, and accounting. It attracts individuals from financial institutions, fintechs, solution providers, government, corporates, and legal sectors.Source
What are the registration fees for the in-person conference?: Registration fees vary based on membership and time of registration. For example, Corporate/End User rates are $1,295 (Early), $1,595 (Advance), and $1,895 (Standard). Nonmember rates are $2,495 across all periods. A $200 processing fee applies to cancellations requested by February 25, 2027, with no refunds thereafter.Source
When and where is Smarter Faster Payments 2027 taking place?: The in-person event is scheduled for April 11-14, 2027, at the Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center, near Washington, D.C. . A virtual event, Remote Connect, will be held from June 7-9, 2027 .Source
What kind of education can I expect at Smarter Faster Payments?: Smarter Faster Payments offers top-rated payments education and is recognized as a leader in industry education. The agenda covers the latest innovations and advancements in financial technology and regulations, including topics such as stablecoin, blockchain, wire, card, and ACH payments [3, 21, 22].Source · Source
Who are the typical attendees of Smarter Faster Payments?: The conference brings together industry professionals from around the world, including decision makers and executives. It appeals to strategists in operations, risk and compliance, systems technology, legal, treasury, and accounting. Attendees can expect to meet professionals from corporations, financial institutions, government organizations, law firms, and fintech solution providers [13, 15, 16, 17].Source · Source
What can I find in the exhibit hall?: The exhibit hall features the newest financial technology, innovative solutions, and a wide array of products and services. It offers an immersive experience to explore cutting-edge tech, ask experts questions, and engage with over 70 dynamic exhibitors [7, 8].Source
Is there a special offer for new attendees or younger professionals?: Yes, there is a NextGen & New to Payments Special Offer for individuals born in 1987 or later who have not previously attended Smarter Faster Payments .Source