Nacha Recognizes 15 Rising Payments Leaders in Annual Awards
Event summary
- Nacha announced the 2026 honorees for its 15 Under 40 Awards, recognizing emerging leaders in payments.
- The winners will be honored at Smarter Faster Payments 2026 conference on April 27 in San Diego.
- M&T Bank is the official sponsor of the awards for the third consecutive year.
The big picture
Nacha's 15 Under 40 Awards highlight the critical role of young leadership in shaping the future of payments. As the ACH Network continues to grow, with 35.2 billion transactions valued at $93 trillion in 2025, nurturing the next generation of leaders is essential for maintaining innovation and interoperability in the payments ecosystem.
What we're watching
- Leadership Development
- How the recognition of these leaders will impact the future direction of payments innovation.
- Industry Collaboration
- Whether the awards program can sustain its role in fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
- Technological Advancements
- The pace at which these emerging leaders will drive advancements in payments technology.
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