2026 NPECA Annual Conference - April 19-22 in New Orleans, LA

Name: 2026 NPECA Annual Conference - April 19-22 in New Orleans, LA
Start: 2026-04-19T22:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-04-22T19:00:00+00:00
Location: Le Meridien Hotel - New Orleans, LA

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

April 19, 2026 6:30 PM 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 31st. 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].

Agenda

2026 NPECA Annual Conference - April 19-22 in New Orleans, LA

April 19, 2026 – April 22, 2026

All Tracks

Monday, November 9, 2026

8:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST

Transportation from President's Event

General

Walk or take Tour Bus from pier to hotel Sponsored by: SHAZAM, Inc.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

6:00 AM - 7:35 AM EST

Networking Breakfast

General

Esplanade Ballroom 2 Sponsored by: ACI Worldwide

6:30 AM - 7:45 AM EST

Networking Breakfast

General

Esplanade Ballroom 2 Sponsored By: GROWMARK, Inc.

7:35 AM - 7:50 AM EST

Opening Comments

General

7:45 AM - 9:00 AM EST

Navigating Offshore - Using Offshore Resources to Build and Manage Efficient, Scalable Business Support Teams

Credit Track

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

7:45 AM - 9:00 AM EST

Fleet Card Panel Discussion

Payment Track

Speakers: Amanda McMahon (Mastercard), David Sedlacek (Visa), Sharon Scace (WEX)

7:55 AM - 8:05 AM EST

Sponsor Presentation

General

Navitas Assurance Partners

8:05 AM - 9:15 AM EST

Bridging the Gap

General

Speakers: Dr. Kerry Petsinger (K. Petsinger Intl. )

How High-Performing Teams Communicate Across Generations

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST

Board Meeting

General

Maringy 1 Room (Board Members Only)

9:00 AM - 9:25 AM EST

Networking Break

General

Sponsor Presentation

General

S&P Global Market Intelligence

9:20 AM - 9:40 AM EST

Networking Break

General

ETRM - The AI Disruption

Credit Track

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

9:25 AM - 10:25 AM EST

Chargeback Best Practices in Gas & Convenience

Payment Track

Speakers: Marty Williams (Chargeback Gurus)

9:40 AM - 9:45 AM EST

Sponsor Presentation

General

Creditsafe USA

9:45 AM - 10:55 AM EST

AI in the Petroleum Industry

General

Speakers: Andrew Behlmann (Lowenstein Sandler)

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EST

Best Practices Discussion

Credit Track

Speakers: Rhonda Buras (D&B)

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EST

Merchant's Only Session

Payment Track

Speakers: Mark Steelmon (Circle K)

10:55 AM - 11:00 AM EST

Sponsor Presentation

General

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST

Conference Registration

General

11:00 AM - 12:15 PM EST

Networking Lunch

General

Esplanade Ballroom 2 Sponsored by: Navitas Assurance Partners

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Closing Lunch

General

Esplanade Ballroom 2 Sponsored by: S&P Global Intelligence

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST