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The Payments Perspective by Wespay

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The Payments Perspective Podcast helps payments professionals navigate their payments journey one episode at a time. The Payments Perspective Podcast brings industry leaders together to discuss emerging and legacy payments channels and the most important issues impacting our industry. The Payments Perspective Podcast is brought to you by Wespay, where we build and share knowledge to guide members through their payments journey, from concept to operation.

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Episodes

  1. Pay by Bank and First-Party Fraud: Balancing Innovation, Data, and Risk

    As Pay by Bank adoption grows across digital wallets, e-commerce, gaming, and other emerging use cases, financial institutions face new opportunities and new risks. In this episode of Payments Perspective, Jim Petkovits speaks with Matt Friend of JPMorgan about how Pay by Bank, open banking, and...

  2. Getting the Most Out of ISO 20022

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Connie LaChance welcomes Jane Hennessy, Senior Banking and Payments Consultant at Finzly, for a practical conversation about ISO 20022 and its potential to reshape how financial institutions manage and exchange payment information. Jane…

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  3. Liquidity Management in Faster Payments

    In the ever-evolving landscape of financial technology, liquidity management has become more critical than ever.On the latest episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Jared Briggs, founder and CEO of Reativ, shares invaluable insights about how financial institutions can adapt to the demands…

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  4. Why Online Banking Bill Pay Payments May Still Create Paper Checks

    This episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast explains why an online banking bill pay payment that starts online can still end up as a paper check, and why that matters for both financial institutions and billers. Connie LaChance is joined by Jen Sauers, Senior Vice President of Client Success...

  5. Conducting a Thorough Regulation E Investigation

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, JimPetkovits sits down with Kimberly Mantuano at Finboa to discuss how financial institutions can build consistent, compliant, and examiner-ready Regulation E investigation processes. They explore common investigation mistakes, documentation…

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  6. Banking and the Cannabis Industry

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, JimPetkovits welcomes Erin O'Donnell, CEO of the Association for Cannabis Banking (ACB), for a discussion on the evolving cannabis banking landscape. They explore common misconceptions about the industry, the challenges of payments, lending…

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  7. STP or RIP

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Carmen Murphy sits down with John Mathew of ECS Fin to discuss why Straight Through Processing (STP) has become a critical strategy for financial institutions navigating an increasingly digital world. Together, they explore how automation is...

  8. How Retail Lockboxes Are Evolving with Payment Trends

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Jeff Duffy, Assistant Vice President of Education and Events atWespay, sits down with Jen Sauers, Senior Vice President of Client Success at CheckAlt, to unpack the evolving role of lockbox operations in modern cash‑flow management. Together,...

  9. Fraud is a Team Sport

    In this episode of The Payments Perspective Podcast,Jennifer Blevins, EVP of Business Development at Wespay, sits down with Julie Goff, VP of Operations at Lexalign, for a deep dive into the shifting role of customer operations in modern fraud prevention. Together, they unpack why fraud defense…

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  10. Preparing Originators for the Nacha Fraud Monitoring Rules

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective podcast, Connie LaChance discusses the upcoming Nacha fraud monitoring rules with Lindsey Gardner and Brandon Wolking from Spokane Teachers Credit Union. They explore the current challenges in electronic payments fraud, the importance of implementing...

  11. Quantum Computing and Payments

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective podcast, Jeff Duffy speaks with Peter Tapling about the implications of quantum computing on payment security. They discuss the potential threats posed by quantum computing, particularly its ability to break current encryption methods, and the urgency…

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  12. Understanding Digital Assets, Blockchain Technology, and Payments

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, JimPetkovits, Vice President of Education and Events, speaks with Wee Kee Toe from JP Morgan, about how blockchain is reshaping payments—far beyond crypto. They demystify centralized vs. distributed ledgers and explain howsmart-contract-enabled...

  13. Strengthening ACH Operations: Secure Channels and Accelerated Returns

    Join Jeff Duffy, Assistant Vice President at Wespay, and Devon Marsh, Managing Director of ACH Network Rules and Risk Management at Nacha, as they discuss two recent bulletins issued for financial institutions, about the importance of moving from traditional means of communication toward secure...

  14. Providing Financial Education to Vulnerable Populations

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective podcast, Carmen Murphy speaks with John McKenney, the Financial Education Administrator for the Office of the State Treasurer for Washington State. They discuss the importance of financial literacy, particularly for vulnerable populations, and the...

  15. Meet Chris Selmi, President and CEO of Wespay

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective podcast, host Carmen Murphy interviews Chris Selmi, President and CEO of Wespay. Chris shares his extensive background in the payments industry, detailing his journey from a financial institution to leading Wespay. He discusses his vision for the future...

  16. Payments Accreditations: An Overachievers Perspective

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective podcast, a panelof industry experts discuss their experiences with various industry accreditations, including the AAP, NCP, APRP, and AFPP. They share personal stories about their journeys to earning these credentials, the skills and knowledge gained...

  17. Meet Lüt

    In this episode of Payments Perspective Podcast, Jim Petkovits, Vice President of Education and Events at Wespay, talks with Dana Chaves, Chief Business Development Officer at Lüt, about how their digital payment ecosystem is transforming cannabis and other cash-heavy industries. Dana explains…

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  18. Nacha Rules Fraud Monitoring with LexAlign

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective podcast, JeffDuffy and Trevor Lain, attorney and founder of LexAlign, discuss the pending Nacha Risk Monitoring Rule changes and the evolving landscape of fraud monitoring and compliance in financial institutions. They explore the shift from debit-based...

  19. QR Codes and Payments with Sarah Hoisington from Matera

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective podcast, Carmen Murphy speaks with Sarah Hoisington from Matera about the evolution and future of QR codes in payments. They discuss the differences between payment QR codes and URL QR codes, the security features of payment QR codes, and the global...

  20. Cash in Transit and Smart Safes with Joe Wentzell from National Secure Transport

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Connie LaChance, Vice President of Education & Events at Wespay, speaks with Joe Wentzell, Vice President at National Secure Transport, about the intricacies of cash in transit (CIT) services. They explore the importance of secure cash...

  21. Artificial Intelligence and Payments with MentorMate (Part 2)

    Join host Jeff Duffy and guest Chris VanHuysse from MentorMate for the second installment of the Payments Perspective Podcast series, where they dive deeper into therapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This episode addresses critical questions about the ethics and safety of AI....

  22. Artificial Intelligence and Payments with MentorMate (Part 1)

    In part one of this two-part Payments Perspective Podcast series, host Jeff Duffy welcomes Chris VanHuysse from MentorMate for an insightful conversation on the expanding influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As AI becomes integral to industries worldwide, questions surrounding its safety…

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  23. Intro to Crypto, Part 2

    In this second episode a two-part series of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Jim Petkovits, Vice President of Education & Events at Wespay, welcomes back Dan Wood from Pillsbury Law to unpack the GENIUS Act—a new bill aimed at regulating payment stablecoins in the United States. They explore how...

  24. Intro to Crypto, Part 1

    In this first episode of a two-part series, host Jim Petkovits, Vice President of Education & Events at Wespay, sits down with Dan Wood, Counsel at Pillsbury Law, and together they break down the foundational concepts of cryptocurrency, blockchain, digital currency, and distributed…

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  25. Human Trafficking

    In this episode, Jim Petkovits, Vice President of Education at Wespay, sits down with Jerry Adona, CTP and Senior Solutions Consultant at Alkami, to explore how financial institutions can help combat human trafficking. From leveraging KYC and data analytics, to spotting red flags and trusting…

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  26. Wespay Symposium

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, host Carmen Murphy takes a look at the annual Wespay Payments Symposium, as she sits down with Wespay staff members Kim Bickford and Angie Smith to uncover what makes this event a must-attend for payments professional. Plus, hear firsthand...

  27. Cannabis Banking

    In this episode, Jim Petkovits, Vice President of Education at Wespay, sits down with Erin O'Donnell, co-founder of the Association for Cannabis Banking (ACB), to unpack the evolving world of cannabis banking. As cannabis legalization grows, financial institutions face both risks and…

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  28. Emerging Leaders in Payments

    In this episode, Jeff Duffy is joined by special guests to dive into Wespay’s Emerging Leaders in Payments Program, a career-developing opportunity for the next generation of payments leaders that is offered only to Wespay members. Hear firsthand from past and current participants as they reflect...

  29. Navigating Financial Fraud: Expert Advice on Scams and Protection

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Jeff Duffy sits down with Robert Mascio, Director of the FINRA Investor Education Foundation, to delve into the world of financial fraud and scams. They discuss common types of fraud and scam tactics, how to identify them, and what steps...

  30. Payments and Government

    In today’s episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, host Jim Petkovits welcomes Bill Sullivan, Associate Managing Director of Government and Industry Relations at Nacha, for an in-depth discussion on payments and the government. Topics covered in this episode include: Nacha's role in payments...

  31. A History of ACH

    In today's episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, the Wespay Education team dives into a fun and occasionally humorous exploration of the history of the ACH network. From its inception with SCOPE in 1968, through the pioneering Wespay (CACHA) network—the Nation’s first ACH Network—past the...

  32. Foreign Exchange (FX) and Payments

    International payments and foreign exchange (FX) add a unique layer of complexity to any payment transaction. On this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Carmen Murphy, Vice President of Education and Events with Wespay, sits down with Dr. John Min, the self-proclaimed “Chief Nerdy...

  33. A Conversation with Bill Schoch

    In today's episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, we take a trip down memory lane as we get ready to usher in a new era at Wespay. Join Carmen Murphy and Bill Schoch as they reflect on his tenure at Wespay, the evolution of the payments industry, and how Wespay has supported its members in...

  34. 1033 Open Banking and Payments

    In this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Connie LaChance, VP of Education and Events at Wespay, and Mark Dixon, Senior Consultant at Nacha, delve into the significance of 1033 Open Banking and its profound impact on the payments industry. Enacted under Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank...

  35. Exploring the impact of Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) on financial institutions and their account holders

    In this episode, Jeff Duffy and James Bi from OrboGraph dive into the impact of Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) on financial institutions and their account holders. They discuss how RDC has revolutionized check deposits, offering enhanced convenience and faster access to funds. However, these...

  36. Instant Payments Risk Management

    On this episode, join Jeff Duffy as we welcome back the Payments Professor, Kevin Olsen, from Pidgin to discuss Faster Payments and managing associated risks. They discuss the considerations that financial institutions should have from strategic and operational perspectives, as well as what…

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  37. ACH Fraud Monitoring for RDFIs

    Join Jim Petkovits and Glenn Frantangelo from NICE Actimize as they discuss the upcoming Nacha Rule that will require RDFIs to take a more proactive approach to identifying ACH credits that may have been originated under false pretenses and how financial institutions can use artificial…

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  38. Payments Fraud Insights

    On this episode, Jeff Duffy, Assistant Vice President of Education and Events at Wespay, discusses with Erica Brackman from NICE Actimize the recent trends in fraud, and what we can learn from industry data. After reviewing where fraudsters are focusing their efforts, Erica and Jeff discuss what...

  39. Check Fraud

    Join Carmen Murphy, Vice President of Events and Education at Wespay, and Sherah Spark, Executive Director of Legal, Risk and Compliance at CheckAlt, as they delve into the topic of check fraud. Carmen and Sherah will explore how technology has aided both the creation and detection of check…

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  40. Positive Pay for Checks and ACH

    In this episode, we join Jeff Duffy, Assistant Vice President of Education and Events at Wespay, and Jamie Berg, VP, Sales, Positive Pay from Alkami as they discuss Positive Pay, why it is important, how it works, and how financial institutions can use it to prevent fraud. For more information on...

  41. Artificial Intelligence in Payments: Potentials and Pitfalls

    On this episode we join Connie LaChance, Vice President of Education and Events at Wespay and Kevin Miyamoto Co-Founder and Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Identifee, as they look into the role of artificial intelligence in payments. For more information on Identifee and their initiatives into...

  42. ACH Volumes: A Look Behind the Numbers

    On this episode we join Jim Petkovits, Vice President of Education and Events at Wespay, Mike Herd Executive Vice President, ACH Network Administration. As they take a deeper look behind the ACH Volumes For more information on Nacha volumes please visit...

  43. Developing a Faster Payments Strategy

    On this episode we join Connie LaChance, Vice President of Education and Events at Wespay, John Curtis Senior Vice President and Consulting Business Lead at Wespay Advisors and Chad Dickson Vice President and ACH Manager at Farmers and Merchants Bank. As they discuss developing your Instant...

  44. Why Financial Institutions Outsource

    On this episode we join Carmen Murphy, Vice President of Education and Events at Wespay and Gail McLaughlin-Toti, Vice President of Global Sales at IQor as they explore the strategic advantages of outsourcing for financial institutions and discuss strategies to streamlines operations, cuts costs,...

  45. @Wespay and the 2024 Nacha Operating Rules

    On this episode we join Dan Roth, Senior Director of Communication at Nacha for their Payments SmartCast as he interviews Jim Petkovits, Vice President of Events and Education at Wespay, Cari Conahan, Senior Director & Group Manager at Nacha, and George McKee, President and CEO of Profituity as...

  46. Implementing a Trusted Contact Program for your Elders

    Elder Financial Exploitation is rising with an endless list of scams and frauds. What more can financial institutions do to protect its elderly consumers? On this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Patty Presta talks with Athena Mayfield AVP Operations and Payments at UFirst CU about…

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  47. ISO 20022

    On this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast Patty Presta is joined once again by Kevin Olsen, also known as The Payments Professor from Pidgin (www.pidgin.net). As they take a closer look at ISO20022, the payment language Kevin states “will change the world”. If you are interested in...

  48. Payments Accreditations

    On this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Connie LaChance talks to Ashley Mustico, Director of Education and Accreditation at Nacha (https://www.nacha.org/) as they take a closer look at multiple payments accreditations, there value and who should consider sitting for these important...

  49. Getting Started With Instant Payments

    On this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast Carmen Murphy speaks with Brian Keefe from NICE Actimize https://www.niceactimize.com/ as they discuss instant payments, choosing the right network for your organization, and deciding who should be involved in the implementation plan. If you are...

  50. Instant Payment Use Cases

    On this episode of the Payments Perspective Podcast, Jim Petkovits engages in an insightful conversation with Kevin Olsen, also known as The Payments Professor from Pidgin (www.pidgin.net). They explore the common use cases for Instant Payments. If you are interested in becoming a Wespay Member...

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The Payments Perspective Podcast helps payments professionals navigate their payments journey one episode at a time. The Payments Perspective Podcast brings industry leaders together to discuss emerging and legacy payments channels and the most important issues impacting our industry. The Payments Perspective Podcast is brought to you by Wespay, where we build and share knowledge to guide members through their payments journey, from concept to operation.

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