August 31 — September 1 | Nashville, TN
You’re invited to CHECKED 2026
Check fraud isn’t going away. In fact, it’s evolving—fueled by AI, organized fraud networks, and increasingly sophisticated tactics that blur the line between real and fake. But checks are just one part of a much bigger challenge: how financial institutions verify what’s real in a world where everything can be manipulated.
CHECKED has always been at the center of the check fraud conversation. Now, we’re expanding that conversation.
At CHECKED 2026, fraud leaders, financial institutions, and technology innovators will come together in Nashville to tackle the next era of fraud—from check fraud to identity deception to AI-driven threats. This year, we’re focused on what it takes to keep transactions authentic, customers protected, and trust intact.
Expect deeper insights, sharper strategies, and real-world perspectives from those on the front lines of fraud prevention. Because in today’s environment, it’s not just about stopping fraud. It’s about proving what’s real.
Speaker spotlight
Matthew Griffin
Founder and Futurist, 311 Institute
Eva Velasquez
CEO, Identity Theft Resource Center
Trace Fooshée
Strategic Advisor, Datos Insights
Ruchira Ghosh
Head of Customer Authentication, TD Bank
Jim Hitchcock
Vice President, Fraud Mitigation, American Bankers Association
Jen Lamont
Credit Union Fraud Strategy Consultant, Point Predictive
Michael Timoney
Vice President, Payments Improvement, Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
Gary Warner
Co-Founder, Intelligence for Good
Kerry Cantley
VP Digital Banking Strategy, Mitek
Agenda overview
Monday, August 31 | |
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| 6:30pm | Networking event Rare Bird Rooftop |
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| 8:00am | Breakfast and registration |
| 8:45am | Welcome to CHECKED! |
| 9:00am | Keynote: Proving what’s real - when everything can be manipulated Matthew Griffin, Founder and Futurist, 311 Institute |
| 9:45am | Fireside chat: Understanding the fraud trends reshaping financial services Trace Fooshée, Strategic Advisor, Datos Insights |
| 10:15am | Break |
| 10:30am | The human element: Balancing AI, customer trust, and the future of financial services Eva Velasquez, CEO, Identity Theft Resource Center; Jen Lamont, Credit Union Fraud Strategy Consultant, Point Predictive; Ruchira Ghosh, Head of Customer Authentication, TD Bank |
| 11:15am | Panel discussion |
| 12:00pm | Lunch and networking |
| 1:00pm | Fighting cybercrime with intelligence Gary Warner, Co-Founder, Intelligence for Good |
| 1:30pm | Where do you start? Turning fraud challenges into actionable priorities |
| 2:00pm | Break |
| 2:15pm | Interactive session TBD |
| 3:00pm | Closing remarks |
About the location
Noelle Nashville, 200 Fourth Avenue N, Nashville, TN
Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, Noelle is a boutique hotel and creative gathering place that captures the spirit of the city. Originally built in 1930 as one of Nashville’s first luxury properties, Noelle has been thoughtfully reimagined as a hub for art, culture, and community. Surrounded by the energy of Printers Alley and just steps from Broadway, it offers guests an authentic and inspiring Nashville experience.
All CHECKED 2026 activities take place here – including sessions, meals & networking.
