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KEYNOTE: Andrew Moor, CEO of Equitable Bank and EQ Bank sets the stage for the day talking about Open Finance and EQ’s mission in the Canadian market to “Make Bank”.

PANEL: This opening panel explores the challenges faced by borrowers who are new to the country and lack a credit history, exploring innovative strategies to bridge this gap. The panel shares insights on alternative credit assessment methodologies and new business models shaping inclusive lending practices and facilitating economic integration for newcomers. 

PANEL: RIP ZIRP- interest rates are rising and capital is stashed. Leaders with various lending sectors discuss how their sectors are adapting to high interest rate through innovative lending products or services. Hear from prominent investment banks on the current state of the Canadian capital markets. Explore the perspective of leading financial institutions as funders in Canada. Learn about the importance of building strong relationships with funders and how to navigate the application process effectively. Get insights from alternative lenders on the evolving landscape of non-traditional financing.

PANEL: Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the cutting-edge collections, payment and loan management technology solutions reshaping the loan lifecycle. In this session, industry experts will delve into the latest innovations in collection software, loan management tools, and payment solutions that are empowering financial institutions and collections agencies to enhance efficiency, reduce delinquencies, and improve customer experiences.

PANEL: How can the industry leverage embedded lending services at point of need, eliminating the traditional separation between obtaining credit and making a purchase.This approach leverages technology and data to streamline the lending process, making it more convenient and tailored to the specific circumstances of the borrower. The panel explores the risk and reward of embedding lending services directly into existing platforms and transactions.

KEYNOTE: This leadership keynote explores the broader implications of data accessibility, such as enhanced financial inclusion, democratized access to financial services, and improved decision-making for individuals and businesses. Understand why access to financial data is considered the lifeblood of innovation in the modern financial landscape in Canada.

PANEL: Cybersecurity Ventures just released a new report that cybercrime is going to cost the world 8 trillion USD in 2023. If it were measured as a country, then cybercrime would be the world’s third largest economy after the US and China. This panel addresses the critical issue of Identity Verification Technology (IDV). With fraud escalating to staggering proportions, surpassing even national economies, the panel convenes leaders from across industries to discuss the need of IDV in safeguarding services. The conversation will touch on strategies including biometric advancements, and AI-powered solutions that fortify the digital identity ecosystem.

PANEL: With record-high amortizations and changing needs of the homeowner, the mortgage industry faces mounting pressure to innovate and deliver creative solutions to borrowers. Traditional credit providers and alternative lenders bring distinct approaches to the table. In this dynamic panel discussion, we bring these two worlds together to explore how they are shaping the future of mortgages in 2024. Join us as we dive deep into the evolving dynamics of mortgage lending. Traditional lenders, with their established processes and regulatory frameworks, are adapting to the new landscape. On the other side, alternative lenders are pushing boundaries with flexible lending models and technology-driven solutions.

PANEL: Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the cutting-edge collections, payment and loan management technology solutions reshaping the loan lifecycle. In this session, industry experts will delve into the latest innovations in collection software, loan management tools, and payment solutions that are empowering financial institutions and collections agencies to enhance efficiency, reduce delinquencies, and improve customer experiences.

PANEL: This is beyond treehugging. Lenders will need to consider emissions data in 2024. Although only on the horizon, measuring and reporting on emissions impact of third-party equipment is critical and will be mandated by regulators and customers. Remember that bank and non-bank’s client’s 1 and 2 scope emissions become their scope 3 emissions. The panel discussed the move away from proxy-drive data to meaningful machine-level data measurement. Lending need to become more digital and data-driven.

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