Troutman Pepper Locke is pleased to announce that partners James Stevens and Seth Winter will speak at the 2026 Bank Board Forum, hosted by Bank Director, on September 21–23, 2026 in Austin, Texas.

On September 21 at 12:50 p.m., James Stevens will present a breakout session on “Partnering in Payments and Deposits.” This session covers key considerations for banks partnering with payments and deposit providers, including fintech and digital asset firms, with a focus on market trends, partner selection, due diligence and ongoing monitoring.

On September 22, Seth Winter will participate as a panelist on “AI Governance.” Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming banking operations, from loan underwriting to customer service, but it also introduces new risks related to bias, regulatory compliance, and third-party vendor management. This session uncovers a practical framework for overseeing AI implementation, understanding emerging regulatory guidance and asking the right questions to balance innovation with responsible governance.