TPPPA 2026 Solving the Payments Puzzle Conference

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

November 18th - 20th

Explore the 2026 Conference Agenda

The agenda for the TPPPA 2026 Solving the Payments Puzzle Conference is now available! Click the link above to explore this year’s dynamic lineup of timely, practical sessions designed for payments professionals. Highlights include:

• Preconference Workshop: Exploring the Relationship between Fraud Risk Management and Suspicious Activity Reporting.
• What’s the Fuss about Bank Special Purpose Charters?
• Protecting Consumer Data in the Payments Ecosystem: Privacy, Security, and Enforcement Risk for Banks, Processors, and Merchants
• Cannabis and Hemp Update: The Status of Marijuana and Hemp Law and the Future of Legality
• Finding solutions to the problem of First-Party Fraud
• Enforcement: What You Need to Know
• The Interconnected Fraud Web: How Modern Scams, ATO, and Identity Abuse Drive Cross‑Channel Financial Crime
• 2026 FTC Update
• The Hidden Layers of ACH: A Nested Third-Party Senders Panel Discussion
• The Intent Gap: Why First-Party Fraud Breaks down When AI Agents Buy on Your Behalf
• Digital Assets as a New Payment Rail: A Practical Roadmap for Payment Processors and Sponsor Banks
• States’ Attorneys General Update
• After the Ballots: 2026 Federal and State Election Outcomes and What Comes Next
• Payment Rails & Fraud Tales
• Understanding the Purpose and Value of the TPPPA CMS Certification
• Ask a Payments Expert – Q&A Session



There’s still time to register and be part of the conference! Click the link below to learn more about the event and reserve your spot today. Please contact us at membership@tpppa.org with any questions. We look forward to seeing you in Phoenix next month!

Register Through October 31st & Save 25%

Registration for the TPPPA 2026 Solving the Payments Puzzle Conference is open! Register through October 31st and save 25% on your registration fee using code FALL26

Join us and experience the benefits that come with being an attendee of the TPPPA Solving the Payments Puzzle Conference, including access to valuable resources, and networking opportunities that are sure to enhance your success in the payment processing industry. Act quickly—secure your spot and take the next step toward achieving your compliance goals with the TPPPA!

Click on the link below for more information on the conference, and to register.

Preconference Workshop

Fraud Risk Management & Suspicious Activity Identification & Reporting Workshop

Get ready for an energizing and insight-packed learning experience!

Join Marsha Jones, President of the TPPPA, for this year’s dynamic 90‑minute preconference workshop. Marsha will dive into The Relationship Between Fraud Risk Management and Suspicious Activity Identification and Reporting in Third‑Party Payment Processing Relationships—a critical topic for anyone navigating today’s complex payments environment.

This year’s workshop features an interactive team tabletop exercise, giving attendees the chance to explore real‑world scenarios, uncover common program gaps, and walk away with practical, actionable solutions.

Add this can’t‑miss session to your conference registration for just $300.

If you’re already registered and want to add this session, simply email membership@tpppa.org and we’ll be happy to add the workshop to your registration.

The workshop takes place before the opening afternoon sessions on 11/18, and we truly hope you’ll join us for this valuable kickoff to the conference.

Note: This session may have a slight overlap with the golf tournament.

Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Packages


Make Your Voice Be Heard! Become a Sponsor of the TPPPA 2026 Solving the Payments Puzzle Conference Today

We have a number of sponsorship packages still available including the opportunity to exhibit your products and services and interact face-to-face with key decision makers. Your company’s involvement will provide valuable exposure and a cost-effective sales and marketing solution that extends well beyond the conference. Click on the link below to view the 2026 sponsorship opportunities.

For questions or to reserve your sponsorship or exhibitor space, contact Sarah Jones at membership@tpppa.org.

Who Should Attend?

The TPPPA Conference is designed to support ALL stakeholders in your payments program including board and executive management; sales; operations; legal; and compliance.

This is an excellent networking opportunity for:



• Banks looking for compliance conscious payment processors; 
• Merchants looking for payment processors and banks that understand how to manage risk and can stand up to the scrutiny of regulators; and
• Payment Processors seeking new business opportunities, merchants or banking relationships.

• The conference will begin at 1:00 pm on 11/18 and end at 12:00 pm 11/20.
• Pre-Conference Workshop starts at 10:00 am 11/18.
• Golf tournament will be at 7:30 am on 11/18.

We look forward to seeing you in Phoenix, AZ!

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