Premier fintech policy event will bring together industry leaders, regulators, and policymakers to discuss the future of responsible fintech innovation, regulation, and consumer protection

Media partner Punchbowl News will lend sharp policy analysis and regulatory insights

Sponsorships and speaking opportunities are now available

Washington, D.C. (February 26, 2025) – The American Fintech Council (AFC), the premier industry association representing responsible fintech companies and innovative banks, today announced they will be hosting the 9th Annual Fintech Policy Summit, on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center. The Summit will bring together key industry and regulatory stakeholders to explore the emerging trends and responsible innovations shaping the financial technology landscape.

“2025 is already shaping up to be a transformative year for responsible innovation and the 9th Annual Fintech Policy Summit promises to be a defining moment for fintech policy, providing a platform for robust discussions on responsible innovation, regulation, and consumer protection,” said Phil Goldfeder, CEO of the American Fintech Council. “This year, we anticipate a pivotal dialogue on policies that will shape the future of fintech in the United States as industry players, regulators, and decisionmakers confront a rapidly shifting policy landscape. By coming together to engage in meaningful dialogue, the Policy Summit is a place where we can find common ground in our work to build a more inclusive financial future.”

This year, Punchbowl News, renowned for its sharp analysis of policy and political trends, will serve as the official media partner for the Summit. With a reputation for delivering in-depth, timely insights on key legislative and regulatory developments, Punchbowl News will play a pivotal role in enhancing the Summit’s discussions and amplifying takeaways to its audience of policy leaders.

The AFC Policy Summit serves as a crucial gathering for the fintech community, providing a platform for leaders to share insights and collaborate on solutions to drive responsible innovation while safeguarding consumer interests. This on-the-record event will feature keynotes from major fintech innovators, conversations with leading regulators and policymakers, discussions among policy and consumer advocates, and opportunities to build relationships across the industry.

“The AFC Policy Summit is an amazing opportunity for fintech leaders to share their perspectives and forge a path toward responsible innovation that benefits both consumers and the broader financial ecosystem,” said Martha O’Malley, Chair of AFC’s Board of Directors and Assistant General Counsel at Prosper Marketplace. “These vital dialogues can help us build consensus on challenges facing the fintech industry, address regulatory uncertainties, and establish frameworks to foster a more inclusive, transparent, and customer-centric financial system.”

The 2024 AFC Policy Summit featured industry CEOs and influential policy leaders such as former Sen. Chris Dodd, Rep. French Hill (R-AR), Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D-CO), Sen. Mike Rounds (R-SD), former FDIC chair Jelena McWilliams, and Mark Gould, Chief Payments Executive at Federal Reserve Financial Services, as well as in-depth panels on key fintech issues like regulatory modernization and AI's role in finance.

For additional information on the summit, or to inquire about speaking or sponsorship opportunities, please visit us here. Registration details will be available soon. AFC is working with major airline carriers to offer discounts to attendees, which will be available to registrants once the Summit portal is open.

A standards-based organization, AFC is the premier trade association representing the largest financial technology (Fintech) companies and innovative banks offering embedded finance solutions. AFC’s mission is to promote a transparent, inclusive, and customer-centric financial system by supporting responsible innovation in financial services and encouraging sound public policy. AFC members foster competition in consumer finance and pioneer products to better serve underserved consumer segments and geographies.

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