2025 Tech Talk - South
University of Georgia Tifton Campus
15 R D C RoadTifton, GA 31794
United States
ech Talk is a roundtable-style event in a casual learning forum that brings community bank leaders together with fintech visionaries in a high-tech, high-touch experience to find answers to the issues that community bankers struggle with every day. You will see new technologies you can deploy in your organization, make connections to move the needle for your business, and hear key insights to drive you forward.
What to Expect:
🔹 Innovation Ignited – Launching Your Bank’s Next Chapter
Charles Potts, EVP, Chief Innovation Officer, ICBA
🔹 Future-Proofing Your Bank: Secure Fintech Integration & Cyber Resilience
Jeremy Pogue, Director of Security Services, Integris
🔹 Deploying Generative AI in Financial Services: From Internal Knowledge Assistants to Customer-Facing Solutions
Martin Barbee, Head of Banking, Posh.AI
🔹 Combatting Scams Targeting Your Bank’s Brand Online: Real Costs & Emerging Trends Mark Trinidad, Field CTO, Allure Security
Plus: Engage in a dynamic banker panel discussion, round tables, and hands-on fintech demonstrations to gain actionable strategies for your bank’s success.
What makes this program a MUST-ATTEND:
- Moderated roundtable discussions based on bank challenges, goals, successes and lessons learned.
- Interact with fintech providers offering solutions for both front and back office.
- Opportunity to build relationships with professionals in the community bank innovation ecosystem.
- Meet one-on-one with an innovation banker to discuss your bank’s innovation initiatives. Where is your bank in the innovation process and how can you develop custom solutions?
Thinking of enhancing innovation at your bank but not sure where to start? Wondering what innovation looks like with legacy systems? What about barriers such as costs, risks, and the multitude of solutions available? Mark your calendar and plan to join the innovation conversation at Tech Talk.
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CBA Bank Member
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$150.00 |
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Prospective Member
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$200.00 |
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Premier Sponsor
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$5,000.00 |
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Visionary Sponsor
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$3,000.00 |
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Champion Sponsor
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$2,000.00 |
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Elite Sponsor
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$1,500.00 |
Agenda
| March 26 | |
| 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Arrivals Begin with Coffee |
| 9:00 AM - 9:10 AM | Kickoff - Welcome John McNair, CEO of CBA of GA |
| 9:10 AM - 9:20 AM | Collaborate to Innovate: A Message from the Co-Chairs Chris Stanley, Georgia Banking Company |
| 9:20 AM - 9:25 AM | 5-Minute Pitch Scott Brown |
| 9:25 AM - 9:55 AM |
Innovation Ignited: Launching Your Bank’s Next Chapter
Charles Potts, ICBA Join Charles Potts, EVP & Chief Innovation Officer at ICBA, as he kicks off CBA’s Tech Talks with an energizing look at the future of innovation in community banking. Hear what he’s seeing across the country—from AI to automation—and what’s next for the industry. |
| 9:55 AM - 10:00 AM | 5-Minute Pitch Chip Ormond Genesys Technology Group |
| 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM |
Generative AI Trends in 2025 & Applications for Banks
Martin Barbee, Posh.AI As generative AI advances, banks must seize its transformative potential. This session explores 2025 trends and real-world applications, from redefining customer interactions to optimizing operations. Learn how AI empowers employees with cutting-edge tools to enhance service. Martin shares insights, impactful use cases, and strategies to keep banks ahead in an AI-driven world. Join us to harness AI for innovation, customer satisfaction, and a competitive edge. |
| 10:45 AM - 10:50 AM | 5-Minute Pitch Cameron Loughery, Integris |
| 10:50 AM - 11:20 AM |
Future-Proofing Your Bank: Secure Fintech Integration & Cyber Resilience
Jeremy Pouge, Integris As community banks adopt fintech, security and support are key. This session covers evaluating and integrating technology, ensuring compatibility, managing costs, and ongoing support. Explore the role of SIEM and MDR in defending against cyber threats. Gain practical strategies to enhance security, streamline implementation, and effectively communicate cybersecurity’s value to senior management. |
| 11:20 AM - 11:50 AM |
Group Interactive Discussions
Charles Potts, ICBA Chris Stanley, Georgia Banking Company Bring your questions to discuss with the group. What are your challenges, pain points? What can we stop doing? What are you launching? |
| 11:50 AM - 11:55 AM | 5-Minute Pitch Phil Layher, IBT Apps |
| 12:00 PM - 12:55 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 12:55 PM - 1:00 PM | 5-Minute Pitch |
| 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM |
Combatting Scams Targeting Your Bank’s Brand Online: Real Costs & Emerging Trends
Mark Trinidad, Allure Security Brand impersonation scams threaten banks’ reputation, trust, and revenue, costing up to 7.5% of annual earnings. Learn how fraudsters targeted banks in 2024 and get actionable steps to combat impersonation, protect your brand, and strengthen customer trust in 2025. Gain insights to safeguard finances and stay ahead of emerging threats. |
| 1:45 PM - 1:50 PM | 5-Minute Pitch |
| 1:50 PM - 2:20 PM |
Roundtable Discussions
Split in 2 groups Topics submitted by attendees: Fraud, Deposits, Efficiencies, Popular Fintechs; Success Stories |
| 2:20 PM - 2:50 PM |
Navigating Innovation - Lessons from Your Peers
Potts & Stanley Banker Panel: Dawn Bridges, Greg Judy, Jim Jowers |
| 2:50 PM - 3:15 PM | Roundtable Discussion Beyond Talk: Taking Action on Community Bank Innovation |
| 3:15 PM - 3:30 PM | Action Items, Wrap Up, Adjourn John McNair |
Thank you to our 2025 Tech Talk South Sponsors
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Interested in reaching innovation minded community bankers? Please contact Lindsay Greene at lindsay@cbaofga.com.
If you need overnight accommodations in the Tifton area, CBA recommends two based on previous events held in the area. There are no rooms currently being held nor group rates reserved at this time. We are simply sharing the information, if needed. 
1) Hilton Garden Inn
201 Boo Drive; Tifton, GA 31793
This facility is located approx. 3.2 miles (7 minutes) from the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center.
2) Hampton Inn and Suites Tifton
720 US Highway 319, Tifton, GA 31794
This facility is located approx. 4.5 miles (7 minutes) from the UGA TIfton Campus Conference Center.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
President/CEO, CFO, Chief Innovation Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Compliance Officer, Core Services Officer, Digital Bank Manager, information Technology Officer