80% of demo lineup locked in.

• 1,200+ senior-level decision-makers
• 10 of the top US banks confirmed for 2026
• 600+ leaders from banks, credit unions, and financial institutions
• 2 in 3 attendees are C-level/ Heads/ Directors/ VPs
• 150+ community banks and credit unions rely on FinovateSpring to discover scalable fintech solutions
• Maximize your networking opportunities with pre-arranged meetings through the networking app, extended breaks, and exclusive access to closed-door discussions and Q&A sessions. Build valuable connections with industry leaders you won’t meet anywhere else.

The largest concentration of fintech demos. Anywhere.

• Over three-days you'll see 50+ innovative fintech solutions ready to deploy
• 7-minute live demos - No slides, no videos, just real solutions solving real challenges
• Uncover tools to elevate your business, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience
• Discover demos showcasing CX, AI, embedded finance, payments, open banking, fraud prevention, security, lending, digital banking, wealth management, cryptocurrencies, RegTech & compliance and more.

• Gain actionable insights on critical topics, including leveraging AI to boost revenue and cut costs, adapting to shifting stablecoin policies, envisioning the future of banking in 2030, optimizing balance sheets, combating financial crime, achieving customer-centric success through hyper-personalization, and navigating open banking alongside regulatory changes like Section 1033.
• Tailor your experience with breakout stages on AI, CX, payments, lending, and open banking, plus sessions for banks, credit unions, investors, and startups.
• With a commitment to 50/50 female speaker representation, this event ensures a balanced and inclusive perspective.

New for 2026, the Impact+ Founders & Funders stage connects early-stage fintech innovators with investors. With four-minute startup pitches, an investor panel, and a networking reception, this session offers startups a platform to showcase solutions, gain funding, and build connections.

The Impact Zone, strategically located in the exhibit hall, showcases cutting-edge solutions from emerging startups. Meet the innovators, see in-depth product demonstrations, and uncover the next big ideas shaping the future of finance.

Pitch, exhibit, or simply attend -- all opportunities for early-stage companies.

• Reserved exclusively for credit unions, community banks, and select fintechs, these tailored sessions provide a unique opportunity for leaders to collaborate, exchange insights, and explore fintech solutions designed to address their specific challenges.
• Held in private breakout rooms, the Credit Union Spotlight and Community Bank Spotlight create a focused environment for open discussions, sharing best practices, and discovering strategies to drive growth and innovation. These gatherings provide an invaluable opportunity to engage with peers and innovators dedicated to supporting the success of credit unions and community banks.
• Interested in joining? Email billy.smith@informa.com to secure your spot.

• Join us at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, a world-class venue just half a mile from the airport
  
• Cinco de Mayo at FinovateSpring: Join us on May 5 as we bring the holiday spirit to life with themed lunches, festive drinks, and special surprises to mark the occasion
• Vibrant local celebrations: Explore the Gaslamp Quarter and Old Town for authentic Cinco de Mayo festivities all weekend long
• Unmissable attractions: Visit the San Diego Zoo, stroll through Balboa Park, or tour the historic USS Midway
• Beaches, baseball & golf: Relax at Coronado Beach, snorkel at La Jolla Cove, catch the Padres vs. White Sox at Petco Park on May 2–3, or tee off at one of San Diego’s world-class golf courses.

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