The Cooperative Credit Union Association wraps up inaugural Fintech Connect event with resounding success
MALBOROUGH, MA (June 7, 2024) — The inaugural Fintech Connect event, hosted by the Cooperative Credit Union Association (CCUA), concluded with resounding success, leaving attendees buzzing with excitement over the future of fintech. Held at the Bedford Event Center on Monday and Tuesday (June 3-4), the conference saw nearly 150 industry leaders from across the globe converging for an experience dedicated to the latest innovations in financial technology.
The event kicked off with a pre-conference panel and reception on Monday evening, generously sponsored by CUNA Strategic Services and Curql. Attendees were treated to a night of lively entertainment by Liquidity Crisis, setting the stage for an electrifying conference launch the following morning, headlined by CCUA’s title sponsor, TruStage.
One of the highlights of the event was the highly anticipated third annual Cyber Showcase, sponsored by Silvur, which featured concise presentations from five top fintech companies: Ascent, Debbie, Goalsetter, Penny Finance, and Ranqx. The audience was captivated as each fintech presented their innovative solutions. Following a live vote, Goalsetter emerged victorious as the third annual Cyber Showcase champion, with CEO Tanya Van Court proudly accepting the Cyber Cup.
Reflecting on the event, Melissa Pomeroy, CCUA EVP and Chief Operating Officer, commented, “The Cyber Showcase truly stood out at Fintech Connect, highlighting the cutting-edge innovation propelling our industry forward. Congratulations to Goalsetter for claiming the title of our 2024 Cyber Showcase champion!” Pomeroy added, “This marks CCUA’s first fintech-focused event, and we owe its success to the incredible support of our partners, sponsors, and members”
Fintech Connect 2024 introduced several new features for CCUA, including repeat breakout sessions to ensure all attendees could access crucial insights, alongside Quick Connect guided networking sessions facilitating meaningful interactions among credit union leaders, trusted partners, fintech founders, and peers alike.
The CCUA extends a heartfelt thank you to all who attended Fintech Connect 2024 in Bedford, New Hampshire. The association eagerly anticipates continuing to serve its members and hosting more groundbreaking and forward-thinking events in the future. For more details on the CCUA’s upcoming events, visit: www.ccua.org/calendar.
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About Cooperative Credit Union Association
The Cooperative Credit Union Association is a regional trade organization serving as the voice for nearly 180-member credit unions located in the States of Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. CCUA member credit unions hold combined assets in excess of $73 billion and serve a collective membership base of more than 4.7 million consumers. For more information, visit www.CCUA.org.