2026 NPECA Annual Conference - April 20-22 in New Orleans, LA

2026 NPECA Annual Conference - April 20-22 in New Orleans, LA

Bayou Beats and Business: Where credit and payments find their rhythm

April 20, 2026 1:00 AM EDT
Le Meridien Hotel - New Orleans, LA
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About the Event

We're thrilled to announce the 2026 NPECA Annual Conference, happening April 20-22 at the stunning Le Meridien Hotel in New Orleans, LA. With a special group rate of just $159++ per night, this promises to be an unforgettable experience in one of the most vibrant cities in the world. We can comfortably say, the venue is gorgeous, the location is unbeatable, and the atmosphere is perfect for learning, networking and having a little fun. The theme for the 2026 NPECA Annual Conference is: Bayou Beats and Business: Where credit and payments find their rhythm.

To register for the 2026 NPECA Annual Conference simply look to the right and utilize the box that applies to you. If you will be having a spouse or guest join you, please use the guest box to register them as well. If you are a non-member please utilize the non-member box. You will be able to pay for the registration and your 2026 annual dues at checkout.

As stated above, we will be using the Le Meridien Hotel for the conference and to reserve a room on their online portal, please click here. Be advised the reservation cut-off date is March 24th. Any reservations made after that date will be at the prevailing hotel rate and availability so we encourage you to book before the cut-off date.

Shortly after you register you will receive an email with a survey link imbedded asking you to give us specifics regarding your attendance. You can also sign up to play golf or participate in one or more of the other great things we have going on. Most of all, please answer the question regarding food allergies.

Here is just a taste of what's in store at the 2026 NPECA Annual Conference:
  • Golf outing on Sunday afternoon, April 19 (additional cost and limited availability)
  • Alternative activities for non-golfers - World War II Museum (additional cost)
  • Curated lists of tours, activities and restaurants to enjoy outside of conference sessions
  • The President's Reception, Dinner and Entertainment will be held on a riverboat from the New Orleans Steamboat Company. It will be a night you won't forget!
  • An leading industry economist and a local well known sports figure will be our two keynote speakers.
  • In the Credit Track participants will learn about INCO Terms and Logistics, Distressed Debtors and Bankruptcy Outlook for 2026, Best Practices Session, Big Data and Data Integration, Offshoring and an ETRM Discussion.
  • The Payment Track attendees will hear a new spin on the traditional Card Brand Panel, a new Fleet Card Panel, Point to Point Encryption & Tokenization, Fraud & Financial Crimes from a local Secret Service Agent, Chargebacks and of course the ever popular Merchant's Only Session
We are hopeful you will be able to join us and if you have questions or need more information please email [email protected]. 


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2026 NPECA Annual Conference - April 20-22 in New Orleans, LA

April 20, 2026 – April 22, 2026

All Tracks

Monday, April 20, 2026

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Board Meeting

General

(Board Members Only)

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

Conference Registration

General

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Opening Ceremony

General

Presentation of Colors, National Anthem, Executive Director Comments, Introduction of Current and Incoming Board, Board and Associaiton Status & Accomplishments Sponsor Introductions Attendee Introductions

2:00 PM - 2:15 PM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

2:05 PM - 2:10 PM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

2:20 PM - 3:40 PM EDT

Keynote Address

General

Speakers: Michael A. Brown (Visa)

US and World Economic Overview

3:45 PM - 3:50 PM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

3:50 PM - 3:55 PM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

History of Petroleum

General

Speakers: Pat McKinnon (Marabou Midstream)

5:00 PM - 5:05 PM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM EDT

Attendee Welcome Reception

General

Sponsored by: TBD

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

7:00 AM - 8:30 AM EDT

Networking Breakfast

General

Sponsored by: TBD

8:30 AM - 8:50 AM EDT

Opening Comments

General

8:55 AM - 9:05 AM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

9:05 AM - 10:15 AM EDT

Keynote Speaker - Motivational / Teamwork

General

Speaker TBA

10:15 AM - 10:20 AM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

10:20 AM - 10:45 AM EDT

Networking Break

General

Sponsored by: TBD

10:45 AM - 10:50 AM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

10:50 AM - 11:50 AM EDT

Joint Session Presentation

General

Speaker TBA

11:50 AM - 11:55 AM EDT

Sponsor Presentation

General

11:55 AM - 1:15 PM EDT

Networking Lunch

General

Sponsored by: TBD

1:15 PM - 2:15 PM EDT

Why INCO Terms Are Important and How to Understand Them

Credit Track

Speakers: Paul Jarzombek (LR International)

1:15 PM - 2:30 PM EDT

Card Brand Panel Discussion

Payment Track

American Express, Discover, Mastercard and Visa

2:20 PM - 3:15 PM EDT

Big Data & Data Integration

Credit Track

Speakers: Yesinne Alvarez (Creditsafe), Scott Garger (Creditsafe)

2:20 PM - 3:15 PM EDT

Point to Point Encryption & Tokenization

Payment Track

Speakers: Dan Coates (ACI International)

3:15 PM - 3:40 PM EDT

Networking Break

General

Sponsored by: TBD

3:40 PM - 4:40 PM EDT

The Road Ahead: The Future of Financial Distress and Bankruptcy in 2026 and Beyond

Credit Track

Speakers: Andrew Behlmann (Lowenstein Sandler)

3:40 PM - 4:40 PM EDT

Fraud & Financial Crimes Impacting the Petroleum Industry

Payment Track

U.S. Secret Service

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT

Presidents Reception and Dinner

General

Dinner Sponsorship: TBD / Entertainment Sponsorship: TBD

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

7:30 AM - 8:45 AM EDT

Networking Breakfast

General

Sponsored By: TBD

8:45 AM - 10:00 AM EDT

Best Practices Discussion

Credit Track

Moderated by Rhonda Buras - D&B

8:45 AM - 10:00 AM EDT

Fleet Card Panel Discussion

Payment Track

Visa, Mastercard, and others

10:00 AM - 10:25 AM EDT

Networking Break

General

Sponsored by: TBD

10:25 AM - 11:25 AM EDT

Offshoring

Credit Track

Speakers: Pat McKinnon (Marabou Midstream), Nithya Venkatesan (Navitas Assurance Partners)

10:25 AM - 11:25 AM EDT

Chargeback Best Practices in Gas & Convenience

Payment Track

Speakers: Marty Williams (Chargeback Gurus)

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

ETRM Discussion

Credit Track

Speakers: Rogerio ("Roy") Castillo (Caliche Energy Solutions), Duke Matoon (Caliche Energy Solutions)

Roy Castillo and Duke Matoon of Caliche Energy Solutions

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

Merchant's Only Session

Payment Track

Speakers: Mark Steelmon (Circle K)

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Closing Lunch

General

Sponsored by: TBD

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Board Meeting

General

(Board Members Only)

Speakers

Michael A. Brown

Michael A. Brown

Principal U.S. Economist

Visa

Pat McKinnon

Pat McKinnon

Director - Credit and New Markets

Marabou Midstream

Nithya Venkatesan

Nithya Venkatesan

Global Head of Risk and Compliance

Navitas Assurance Partners

Paul Jarzombek

Paul Jarzombek

President & CEO

LR International

Marty Williams

Marty Williams

FinTech Executive

Chargeback Gurus

Rogerio ("Roy") Castillo

Rogerio ("Roy") Castillo

President - Founder

Caliche Energy Solutions

Duke Matoon

Duke Matoon

CEO

Caliche Energy Solutions

Yesinne Alvarez

Yesinne Alvarez

Leader, Partnerships, Alliances & Trade Data

Creditsafe

Scott Garger

Scott Garger

Director of Sales

Creditsafe

Andrew Behlmann

Andrew Behlmann

Restructuring Partner

Lowenstein Sandler

Dan Coates

Dan Coates

Product Management Director

ACI International

Mark Steelmon

Mark Steelmon

Sr. Manager, Payment Operations

Circle K

Location

Le Meridien Hotel - New Orleans, LA