ETA Annual Payments Compliance Conference 2025

Mark your calendar for the 4th year ETA annual payment compliance conference, being held on 5-6 November in Washington, DC. This annual gathering is the payments industry’s most trusted platform for compliance education, offering direct engagement with federal regulators, insights on network rule changes, and the latest strategies to stay ahead in an evolving fintech landscape.

Organized By

The Electronic Transactions Association, the premier trade and advocacy group for the payments sector globally, is the driving force behind this conference. ETA represents the companies behind global electronic transactions and provides a platform for dialogue between businesses, regulators, and legal experts.

Why Attend

• Stay updated on money transmission regulations, state obligations, and national compliance shifts.
• Directly connect with federal regulators and card network executives for real-time insights.
• Learn actionable compliance strategies to navigate network rule changes and avoid expensive errors.
• Network with fintech leaders, compliance officers, attorneys, and payment executives to build lasting partnerships
  

Summit Highlights

• Customized learning tracks (101 and 201) for both newcomers and seasoned compliance professionals.
• Private compliance sessions with Visa, Mastercard, and AmEx, among other major credit card networks.
• Real-time updates on federal, state and CFPB rules shaping the payment area.
• Look deeply on privacy rules, money transport, cannabis payments and AI compliance.
  

Schedule at a Glance

• Nov 5 Morning: Foundational (101-level) sessions on AML/BSA, Reg E/TILA, faster payments, PayFacs, and bank–fintech oversight.
• Nov 5 Afternoon: Advanced (201-level) sessions on FTC enforcement, surcharging rules, AI compliance, and enforcement defense.
• Nov 6: High-level discussions on crypto assets, CFPB priorities, tax laws, and compliance with card network rules.
  

Featured Speakers

• Jodie Kelley – CEO, ETA
• Duane Pozza – Partner, Wiley
• Ellen Traupman Berge – Partner, Venable
• Robert Johnson – Senior Director, Visa
• Jonathan Trivelas – Vice President, Mastercard
  
  The ETA Annual Payments Compliance Conference 2025 is where the industry’s future-proof compliance strategies are forged.
  
  FAQs
  Who should be involved in this conference?
  Regulators, risk managers, compliance officers, legal counsel, payment executives, and fintech leaders for in-depth compliance expertise.
  
  Will there be networking opportunities?
  Yes. Multiple receptions, hosted lunches, and law firm–led discussion tables are designed for high-value networking.
  
  Are the sessions suitable for beginners?
  Absolutely. The 101 track consists of basic themes, while the 201 tracks dive into advanced compliance strategies.
  
  How do I register for the conference?
  The registration details will be available on the official website of ETA, which will have an initial bird discount for members.