Event Calendar
Event Info
Dates and Locations are subject to change - Watch for individual program announcements.
NEACH Certificate Programs provides the training and knowledge you need to take your career to the next level. Broken into six, unique certificates, NEACH certificates provide a variety of educational options to ensure you are able to focus on the areas of professional development most relevant to your career goals.
Workshops, usually ½ day, are focused on special topics and are held at various locations throughout New England.
NEACH teleseminars, usually 60 - 90 minutes long, are high-level education programs that anyone in your company can participate in. Teleseminar cost is per phone line. You may have as many participants per line as you wish.
NEACH webinars are high-level programs that are usually 30 ? 60 minutes long. Participation may be limited depending upon the event. Each webinar registration includes one Internet connection and one phone line.
NEACH Lunch & Learn sessions are 30-minute, virtual lunchtime meetings that offer members a quick-hit discussion of specific topics of interest. These sessions give you a venue to share strategies, generate ideas, and learn about industry trends.
Originator Training is on demand solution that helps corporate customers understand their obligation under the NACHA Operating Rules. Broken into nine courses, based upon payment applications, each course provides a complete review of the obligation and warranties of Originating companies as outlined in the NACHA Operating Rules.
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Conferences, usually 1 - 2 day events, provide multiple learning opportunities in one event.
On Demand On-Demand Sessions are self-paced, interactive computer based training. These courses are available for one month from the start date of your choosing. These courses require computer audio controls and Internet access. Keep your eye out for new interactive courses that are currently in development. On-Demand Training sessions are also available as part of the Education Club.
Outside events are programs offered by organizations with a strong relationship to NEACH, such as NACHA and other Regional Payment Association's, and can include teleseminars, and/or conferences.
Forums are quarterly meetings on specific topics of interest to NEACH Financial Institution members in the areas of payments and payments strategy. Typically, forums are half-day events that are held within the greater metropolitan Boston area.
Credit Union On Demand is designed specifically for Credit Unions, this suite of on demand courses covers essential topics that every Credit Union should understand. The convenient on demand format, provides a cost effective training solution for members to learn on their own schedule. These courses are available for one month from the start date of your choosing. These courses require computer audio controls and Internet access. On-Demand Training sessions are also available as part of the Education Club.
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Payments Management
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The Certificate Program in Payments Management is designed for participants wishing to extend their knowledge and expertise in the areas of payments management and strategy. This program is the only one of NEACH's six certificate programs that focuses on the business and strategy sides of payments. As such, the program is designed for senior managers with responsibilities in more than one payments domain with functional expertise in Operations, Product Management, or lines of business.
Basic RDFI ACH Operations
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The new, NEACH ACH Certificate Program is designed for participants wishing to extend their training and knowledge of the ACH Network and demonstrates externally that the participant has completed a certain level of training on the processes, procedures, and practices of the ACH Network.
Basic ODFI ACH Operations
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The new, NEACH ACH Certificate Program is designed for participants wishing to extend their training and knowledge of the ACH Network and demonstrates externally that the participant has completed a certain level of training on the processes, procedures, and practices of the ACH Network.
Advanced ACH Operations
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The new, NEACH ACH Certificate Program is designed for participants wishing to extend their training and knowledge of the ACH Network and demonstrates externally that the participant has completed a certain level of training on the processes, procedures, and practices of the ACH Network.
ACH Risk Management
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The new, NEACH ACH Certificate Program is designed for participants wishing to extend their training and knowledge of the ACH Network and demonstrates externally that the participant has completed a certain level of training on the processes, procedures, and practices of the ACH Network.
Regulatory Compliance
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The new, NEACH ACH Certificate Program is designed for participants wishing to extend their training and knowledge of the ACH Network and demonstrates externally that the participant has completed a certain level of training on the processes, procedures, and practices of the ACH Network.
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40th Anniversary Payments Conference
Big Ideas in Payments
September 17, 2013 to September 18, 2013
40th Anniversary Payments Conference
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ACH Basics for Credit Unions
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Designed specifically for Credit Unions, this On-Demand session is a crash course in the ACH network. The instructor will discuss the growth and history of the ACH, identify all of the participants and their role in the ACH Network, explain the different ACH applications, the flow of forward transactions as well as Returns and NOCS. This session will give the user a solid foundation of the ACH Network and the NACHA Operating Rules. A must for new employees or those not familiar with ACH concepts.
Credit Union Essentials on Audits and Risk Assessments
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
This online course is designed to help Credit Unions comply with requirements to complete an Annual ACH Audit and Risk Assessment of their ACH activity. The presenter will explain the audit and risk assessment requirements and provide tips on how to test for compliance. This session is a must for compliance and risk officers or anybody at the credit union involved in the audit process.
Exception Processing for Credit Unions
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
This session is an in-depth view of the ACH exception process from the view of the RDFI, ODFI and the Originator. Improper handling of exception items may lead to losses or major compliance violations. Understanding exceptions processing is critical. This session will review the obligations under the ACH Rules.
Regulation E and the ACH for Credit Unions
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
NACHA Operating Rules and Regulation E provide detailed procedures for resolving situations involving "unauthorized" consumer transactions, but the procedures, time frames, and financial institution obligations are significantly different. Common areas of misunderstanding of revocation and stop payment will be brought to light and clarified. This session will focus on the obligations Credit Unions have under ACH Rules, as well as, what they must do to comply with federal law.
Risk Management Essentials for Credit Unions
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Credit Unions of all sizes need to be aware of ACH risk factors. Additionally, each Credit Unions needs to manage risk to minimize potential losses. This session reviews the essentials of ACH Risk and will review Risk Mitigation techniques.
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Payments Analytics Forum
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Consultants typically consider the three-legged stool of people, process, and technology. Analytics are an essential technology to combat a wide range of risks across a financial institution. This fall forum offers a medley of presentations that will help you understand how and where analytics can support your business by protecting channels, credit exposure, and more. It's a scary world out there, but analytics can help safeguarding the business a lot less daunting.
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NEACH LUNCH & LEARN: Rules Violations: Know Your Rights
Friday, July 19, 2013
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
NACHA Rules Enforcement Panel, four scary words. In this session we will discuss Rules Enforcement. We will discuss how to file a Rules Violation, how to respond when you receive a Notice of Possible Rules Violation, and potential fines.
NEACH LUNCH & LEARN: Stop Pay versus Revocation
Friday, August 16, 2013
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
In this half hour, we will review some key issues related to the difference between stop payments and authorization revoked. Some of the most frequently asked questions will be reviewed.
NEACH LUNCH & LEARN: Inside the NEACH Hotline
Friday, September 20, 2013
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
In September, we will be reviewing recent Rule calls and touching on some key issues related to the current trends and questions that the industry is asking.
NEACH LUNCH & LEARN: A Quick Dip into Healthcare Payments
Friday, October 18, 2013
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
This session will focus on current and future Rules addressing Healthcare and Payments. The speaker will review current initiatives and open the call to pressing issues involving the ACH and Healthcare payments.
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E-Checks and the Rules That Govern Them
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Consumer and Corporate confidence is very high when it comes check conversion. This session will help to keep confidences high by having both ODFIs and RDFIs fulfill their obligations under the NACHA Operating Rules. Compliance with the rules by all parties to the transaction is imperative to keeping confidence for check conversion high.
Forms and Agreements
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
This session will help Financial Institutions and companies understand what forms and agreements they need and when they should use them. This session will review the ODFI-Originator Agreement and provisions that should be included in the agreement. The session will also review the Written Statement of Unauthorized Debit, when it should be completed by the consumer, and what the RDFI needs to do once it is completed. Other areas reviewed are requirements of ACH stop payments.
Roles and Relationships: ODFI
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The roles and relationships of the ODFI under the ACH rules are paramount to ensuring a safe and effective payment system. This session we will examine the relationship an ODFI enters into with its' Originators and Third Party Senders. What steps must and ODFI take to ensure compliance with the ACH Rules? What are warranties? We will also examine the relationship between ODFIs and their service providers.
Roles and Relationships: Originators & Third Party Senders
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Compliance with the ACH Rules by both Originators and Third Party Senders is essential to the stability of the ACH Network. This session we will examine the obligations of Originators and Third Party Senders as it relates to topics from authorization to responding to NOCs. We will discuss the relationship the Originators and Third Party Senders have with their customers and their Financial Institutions. We will discuss the audit requirements for WEB Originators and all Third Party Senders. Data security requirements will also be reviewed during this session, as well as, Reversals, Reclamations, and Resubmitted.
Roles and Relationships: RDFI
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The role the RDFI plays and the relationships forged with customers and members is critical to ensuring consumers and businesses enjoy all the benefits of the ACH Network. This session will address topics such as funds availability, statement requirements, exceptions and Audit requirements. What are the warranties of the RDFI? What are the daily steps that RDFIs need to take to ensure compliance? We will also examine the relationship between RDFIs and their service providers.
ACH Audit from the ODFI Perspective
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Have you ever wondered what areas of the NACHA Operating Rules are included in the Annual ACH Audit requirements for ODFIs? What are the most common areas of non-compliance? Arm yourself with "inside" information on how to best comply with the NACHA ACH Audit requirements. This session will specifically review the General Audit requirements and Originator, Third Party Sender & Third Party Service Providers requirements and also describe the most pressing compliance issues from recent audits.
ACH Audit from the RDFI Perspective
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Have you ever wondered what areas of the NACHA Operating Rules are included in the Annual ACH Audit requirements for RDFIs? What are the most common areas of non-compliance? Arm yourself with "inside" information on how to best comply with the NACHA ACH Audit requirements. This session will specifically review the General Audit requirements and Receiving requirements important to RDFIs and their Third Party Service Providers and also describe the most pressing compliance issues from recent audits.
ACH Basics
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
A crash course in the ACH Network, this session discusses the growth and history of the ACH, identifies all participants and their roles, and explains the different ACH applications, the flow of forward transactions, as well as returns and NOCs, for a solid foundation of the Network and NACHA Operating Rules.
Standard Entry Class Codes and the Rules that Govern Them
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Companies and their Financial Institution must ensure compliance with the ACH Rules including authorization requirements and formatting requirements. ACH Non-compliance could lead to fines or suspension but the even a greater threat may be the risk of increased exception items which directly effects credit risk. Improper coding of international payments may increase your liability as it relates to OFAC requirements. This session will review SEC Codes and the specific ACH Rules requirements.
Uniform Commercial Code & the ACH
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
All ACH entries are governed by the NACHA Operating Rules. All business-to-business credit transactions are governed by Article 4A of the Uniform Commercial Code. This session examines the relationship between the Uniform Commercial Code articles 4A and the NACHA Operating Rules, and the responsibilities that the ODFI and RDFIs have under Article 4A.
Bits & Bytes: ACH Formats
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
This session focuses on the intricacies of the ACH record and file formats. It takes you on a comprehensive and detailed review of the field purposes and constructs with discussion of the specific field values, commonly experienced problems, and tips for optimizing ACH Network participation.
Third Parties and the ACH Network: Are You Aware of the Risks?
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
This session will help participants understand their obligations and rights when dealing with Third Party Service Providers. The growth of the network in recent years has also given rise to third party senders; this session will help define that term and what it means to the ODFI and their risk. We will answer the question of who am I in the transaction. This session will benefit both operations staff as well as management.
Introduction to International Payments
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
As business expands across borders, financial institutions need to support the payment needs of their business and commercial customers | members. This "primer" session introduces key concepts and terms you should know if you are thinking about offering international payment services.
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Originator Training: Accounts Receivable Entries
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Accounts Receivable Entry is a collection of a check received via US Mail or dropbox. Companies may create ACH ARC Entries using a source document received for payment via US Mail or dropbox such as a credit card bill payment. The course will review the authorization process, the requirements regarding the processing of an ARC, the retention of the source document, Reversals, the Returns process, the Returned Entry Fee and Data Security.
Originator Training: Back Office Conversion Entries
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Back Office Conversion Entry is a collection of a check received via a manned bill payment location. Companies may create ACH BOC Entries using a source document received for payment via manned bill payment location such as municipal, department stores or cellular phone customer service desk. The course will review the authorization process, the requirements regarding the processing of a BOC, the retention of the source document, Reversals, the Returns process, the Returned Entry Fee and Data Security.
Originator Training: Business to Business Payments
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The Business-to-Business course introduces Corporate Originators to the use of the Automated Clearing House Network when collecting or charging other Companies. The Business-to-Business entry is commonly used by businesses to concentrate funds between Financial Institutions, make or collect payments. The course will review the authorization process and records retention requirements, the benefits of using the Prenotification Entries, the importance of acting on Notification of Change and the Returns and Reversal process. The course includes a special section for Companies using remittance data with payments.
Originator Training: Direct Deposit
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Direct Deposit is a course that introduces the Corporate Originator to their rights and responsibilities of originating ACH consumer payments or credit transactions, commonly used for payroll credits. The course will review the authorization process including retention requirements, the benefits of using the Prenotification Entries, the importance of acting on Notifications of Change and the Returns and Reversal process. Once the order has been processed, the Financial Institution Contact will receive a supplemental order form that will be used to designate the FI and Originator access.
Originator Training: Direct Payment
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Direct Payment is a course that introduces the Corporate Originator to their rights and responsibilities of originating ACH consumer charges or debit transactions, commonly used for collecting dues, membership fees and utility bills. The course will review the authorization process, including retention requirements, the benefits of using the Prenotification Entries, the importance of acting on Notification of Change information and the Returns and Reversal process.
Originator Training: Point of Purchase Entries
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Point of Purchase Entry is a unique check conversion payment. The POP entry is commonly used by companies to create an ACH entry using a check received at the point of a purchase such as a hair salon, veterinary hospital or any retail location. The course will review the authorization process, the requirements regarding the processing of a POP, the retention of the source document, Reversals, the Returns process, the Returned Entry Fee and Data Security.
Originator Training: Re-Presented Check Entries
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Represented Check Entry is a consumer collection of a returned check using the Automated Clearing House Network. The RCK Entry is used by companies to attempt to collect funds from a check that has been previously returned as insufficient or uncollected. The course will review the authorization process, the requirements regarding the processing of an RCK, the retention of the source document, Reversals, the Returns process, the Returned Entry Fee and Data Security.
Originator Training: Telephone Initiated Entries
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
The Telephone Initiated Entry is a consumer collection authorized via a telephone call. The TEL entry is commonly used by companies to collect on overdue bills, renew subscriptions, and for phone purchases. The course will review the authorization process, including retention requirements, the benefits of using the Prenotification Entries, the importance of acting on Notification of Change information and the Returns and Reversal process.
Originator Training: WEB Initiated Entries
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
Internet Initiated Entry is a consumer collection authorized via the internet. The WEB transaction is commonly used for consumers to make purchases via the internet. The course will review the authorization process, including retention requirements, the benefits of using the Prenotification Entries, the importance of acting on Notification of Change information and the Returns and Reversal process.
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Common Gaps in ACH Risk Management Programs
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Financial institutions and companies alike implement Risk Management Programs for their business activities. This session we will highlight common gaps found in ACH Risk Management Programs. Risk Management is critical for all aspects of payment processing for both FIs and their originators. Gaps in data security practices, IT Policies, and human resource practices will be among the topics discussed during this session.
ODFI Risk Management
Thursday, July 11, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Financial institutions of all sizes need to be aware of ACH risk factors, and each Originating Depository Financial Institution (ODFI) needs to manage their risk to minimize potential losses. This session covers risks associated with processing transactions from the ODFI side as well as how to mitigate these risks.
ACH Exception Handling for RDFIs
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When an ACH payment is unable to be processed, the result is an "exception item". This session is an in-depth view of the ACH exception process from the view of the RDFI. For RDFIs, improper handling of exception items may lead to losses or major compliance violations. This session will review the various and numerous exceptions for RDFIs and address the proper steps in handling each item.
ODFI Focus on Creating Effective ACH Exposure Limits
Thursday, July 18, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Amidst ever increasing regulatory scrutiny, financial institutions are reviewing their current due diligence programs for customer selection, credit underwriting, and ongoing customer review. The session will focus on the criteria that financial institutions should use when creating and implementing their customer due diligence program, including how to select the "right" ACH customer base, how to underwrite these customers, and how these customers should be evaluated periodically to determine if the risks associated with continuing the relationship are greater than the financial institution should absorb.
ACH Risk Assessment
Thursday, July 25, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Financial institutions regardless of size are required to conduct an assessment of their ACH risk based upon activity level and the assessment must meet the expectation of primary regulators. This session provides attendees a framework for developing the criteria necessary to conduct their own ACH risk assessment, distinguishing between RDFI and ODFI considerations, and including guidance for assessing the risks of third party relationships.
Adjustment Entries and Stop Payments: When Regulation E and the ACH Rules Collide
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
NACHA Operating Rules and Regulation E provide detailed procedures for resolving situations involving "unauthorized" consumer transactions, but the procedures, time frames, and financial institution obligations are significantly different. Common areas of misunderstanding of revocation and stop payment will be reviewed and clarified in this session. This session will focus on the obligations Financial Institutions have under the Rules as well as federal law.
AAP Review (teleseminar series)
August 7, 2013 to September 11, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This six session telephone series will help reinforce what you've already studied in preparing for the AAP in October.
NEW ACH Rules Initiatives
Friday, August 9, 2013
10:00 am - 11:00 am
This session provides a comprehensive look at what has happened, what will happen, and what might happen in 2013-2014, including a review of a P2P payments Ballot, proposed changes to Third Party Sender & Audit Requirements, and a recap on recent RFCs and Ballots. This session is a great way to keep staff up-to-date and keep up with the pace of change. This session also provides an overview of the NACHA Rule Making Process.
Critical News from the Treasury
Friday, August 16, 2013
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Federal Government payment processing has recently changed in several areas. This session will review recent and upcoming changes including the all-electronic processing of benefit payments campaign, changes to payments for Nursing Facilities and the recent consolidation of payment processing platforms resulting in an increase in government IAT payments.
Audit/Risk Assessment – Lessons from the field
Friday, August 23, 2013
10:00 am - 11:00 am
This session will provide real life examples of we are experiencing in the field. This session will review issues related to the NACHA ACH Rules Audit and ACH Risk Assessments. We will share common findings and outline key issues, risks and mitigation techniques.
Data Security and its Impact on Electronic Payments
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Every week we hear about another data breach, malware download, phishing attack, or other data-security based issue. This session explores the current state of the electronic payments based data security space, the types of breaches being experienced, and the approaches the industry has taken to manage payments-based data security. The ACH Security Rule change effective September 20, 2013 will be reviewed.
ACH Exception Handling for ODFIs
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
When an ACH payment is unable to be processed, the result is an "exception item". This session is an in-depth view of the ACH exception process from the view of the ODFI and the Originator. Understanding the nature and trends of return items is critical to ACH Origination. Improper handling of exception items may lead to losses or major compliance violations. This session with review obligations of origination, review the exception process and review common and uncommon exceptions.
Short Short Version of the Green Book: Things You Absolutely Need to Know
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Federal Government ACH payments are subject to the same rules as private industry ACH payments, but with exceptions. The Federal Government's rules are found in the Code of Federal Regulations (31 CFR 210), known as the Green Book. This session focuses on the key issues in processing federal government payments. Mistakes in handling government ACH payments can prove to be very costly.
Fraud Trends and Payments in 2013: What are they up to now
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This session will help financial institutions understand the risks of not only ACH payments but other payment systems as well. The "bad guys" tend to jump from one payment system to another looking for the path of least resistance. This session will address the latest trends in payments fraud and provide information that will help mitigate fraud risk. There will be focus on ACH fraud and the keys to defeating that fraud with good agreements, rule compliance and communication.
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Speaking the Healthcare Language
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
New legislation while a headache for those that must comply with an increasing set of rules will boost healthcare payment traffic over the ACH Network. Find out what's taking place; learn the healthcare 'lingo,' and test your understanding of the healthcare payments landscape. We will share our "five factors" you should know about healthcare payments.
Hot Topics in Payments Fraud: Traps and Tips
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This session provides a compendium of the key types of fraud in various payment services. Learn what the financial services industry as a whole is reporting to FinCEN and others about their own payments-related fraud as well as what businesses and consumers are finding and worried about. See how your situation compares and what you may not know about as yet.
A guide to Anti-Money Laundering and Bank Secrecy Act
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Understand the legal and regulatory framework of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and the USA Patriot Act and the impact and implications of anti-money laundering (AML) compliance on financial institutions. Learn how BSA/AML fits within the Treasury Department's charter of fighting financial crime and what this means to you. NEW: The session will also present some detailed data from FinCEN about the activity of New England institutions.
Healthcare Operating Rules for the ACH Network
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
In October 2012, NACHA voted in new rules to accommodate requirements of the new landmark healthcare legislation. These amendments to the NACHA Operating Rules allow healthcare plans to send claim (and other) payments to providers in a standardized format, using the CCD standard entry class code and establish rules as to how RDFIs handle requests for remittance information from their provider customers. This session explains the new rules and the obligations of RDFIs, in particular, under the new rules, which will become effective September 20, 2013.
Commercial Payments: From Cash Management to B2B Payments
Thursday, August 29, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Interested in learning more about commercial payments? This "survey course" will provide an overview of commercial payments as well as a look at the current and emerging landscape for business payments. In most ways the basic services remain the same, but channels are expanding into mobile and virtual arenas and new industries like healthcare. Business is evolving from local to regional to national and even cross-border. Discover what's taking place.
Introduction to the U.S. Payments System
Thursday, September 5, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This session provides an overview of the fundamentals of the U.S. payments systems including the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Network, Fedwire, card, and the check clearing and settlement systems – outlining their history, structure, participants, and legal framework. The changing nature of the payments landscape makes it increasingly important for ACH payments professionals to have a basic understanding of other payment mechanisms in relation to the ACH Network.
Creating a Remote Deposit Capture Risk Program
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Remote Deposit Capture continues to expand and evolve in lockstep with new technology, competitive pressures, and customer demand and capture can take place at the branch, at a business location, and by a consumer using a scanner or even a mobile device – upping the ante for risk management. Financial institutions must develop a RDC risk management program commensurate with their risk, following guidelines set by the FFIEC. This session takes a step-by-step approach, walking participants through the requirements and ensuring an understanding of what's required.
What's New in Alternative Payments
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
What is taking place in the alternative payments' space and why should you care? This webinar looks at different alternative payment models, including those leveraging the ACH Network, and whether new initiatives by technology players are up-ending the landscape for small-dollar electronic payments. The session delves into details about major players and the 'hot topic' initiatives that being vetted in the marketplace.
Complying with OFAC for ACH and Payments Professionals
Thursday, November 7, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has established requirements for financial institutions generally, and for payment services specifically, to assist the government in keeping prohibited entities from gaining access to the U.S. financial systems. This webinar for ACH and other payments professionals explains OFAC's charter, the role and responsibilities allocated to financial institutions, and activities required of institutions. It examines the key compliance obligations that FIs are required to satisfy and how compliance should be approached, with a focus on ACH Rules' requirements.
P2Me, P2You: Exploring the Personal Payments' Arena
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A continuing industry hot topic, person-to-person (P2P) payments in actually is still a relatively new service for many New England financial institutions (FIs), at least from a formal service perspective. This session will define P2P payments, as well as account-to-account transfers, present what's taking place in the landscape; and highlight some risk considerations to consider.
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ACH Audits and Risk Assessments
Thursday, June 20, 2013
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
This workshop is designed to help financial institutions comply with requirements to complete an annual ACH Audit and Risk Assessment of their ACH activity. The presenter will explain the audit and risk assessment requirements and provide tips on how to test for compliance. We will explore numerous bulletins and regulator guidance on ACH Risk to determine how to manage a risk program. This workshop is a must for Compliance and Risk Officers or anybody at the FI involved in the audit process.
Compliance Day Workshop: Updated Annually
Thursday, June 27, 2013
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
The ACH Network does not exist in a vacuum. Understanding the multi-layered regulatory requirements can help your institution identify potential problems and address issues of non-compliance. This workshop helps participants understand the impact of outside regulations on ACH Entries and is a must for Compliance Officers or any person responsible for ACH processing compliance. Session content will focus heavily on NACHA Operating Rules compliance as it relates to both receiving and originating ACH Entries. The presenter will also address how other regulations such as Federal Regulations D, E, GG; UCC 4A; and OFAC impact ACH processing and compliance.
AAP Review: Boot Camp and Teleseminar
August 7, 2013 to September 27, 2013
Get a thorough review of the AAP exam by participating in both the AAP Teleseminar Series and the AAP Boot Camp.
NEACH Summer Member Meeting
Reminder: This event is FREE to all NEACH members
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Free for NEACH members, the annual meeting discusses what's hot in payments, what's the latest at the Fed, as well as new information about the evolving payments landscape from a panel of experts.
Risk Management Workshop: Creating Your Risk Culture
Thursday, September 12, 2013
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Financial institutions of all sizes need to be aware of ACH risk factors, and each financial institution needs to manage their risk to minimize potential losses. This session will assist Financial Institutions in identifying their risks and create a culture to help mitigate those risks.
AAP Boot Camp (In-Person)
September 26, 2013 to September 27, 2013
This two day intensive review class is designed to assist individuals taking the AAP exam in October of 2012 in assessing their proficiency in ACH and their readiness to take the exam.
AAP Round Table
Thursday, October 10, 2013
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
This session is specifically designed for AAPs. In this workshop, a NEACH staff member will lead discussion and exercises focused on several issues important in the ACH Network. Topics will include: addressing common audit findings; ACH Rules Enforcement from both sides and a review of recent Rule Amendments.
Compliance Day Workshop: Updated Annually
Thursday, October 17, 2013
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
The ACH Network does not exist in a vacuum. Understanding the multi-layered regulatory requirements can help your institution identify potential problems and address issues of non-compliance. This workshop helps participants understand the impact of outside regulations on ACH Entries and is a must for Compliance Officers or any person responsible for ACH processing compliance. Session content will focus heavily on NACHA Operating Rules compliance as it relates to both receiving and originating ACH Entries. The presenter will also address how other regulations such as Federal Regulations D, E, GG; UCC 4A; and OFAC impact ACH processing and compliance.
AAP Round Table
Thursday, November 7, 2013
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
This session is specifically designed for AAPs. In this workshop, a NEACH staff member will lead discussion and exercises focused on several issues important in the ACH Network. Topics will include: addressing common audit findings; ACH Rules Enforcement from both sides and a review of recent Rule Amendments.
Benchmarking Payments for Success
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Financial institutions, like other businesses, are consistently challenged to understand how to find data and information by which to benchmark their banking and payment services. Additionally, the benchmarking process itself is not well understood. This dynamic workshop covers key components and issues including a benchmark primer, how to use data in the benchmarking process, case studies, some best practices and traps to avoid, as well as how to present the benchmarking information to senior management.
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The Role of Prepaid & Financial Institutions
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Learn why prepaid card adoption and usage continues to experience significant growth and may create a new opportunity for your institution. Prepaid cards are attractive to both consumers and businesses for many different reasons and could present a new opportunity for your organization to attract new or expand your existing relationships. It is estimated that more than $200 billion dollars will be loaded to prepaid products this year alone and this does not take into account existing prepaid card balances. Where are these transactions migrating from? Could they potentially impact the debit interchange your organization earns? This webinar will explain the different prepaid products, their benefits, the risks associated with them and the laws and regulations that govern them.
Regulation E Investigations for Debit Cards
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
A must for anyone who works directly with cards or in an audit or compliance role. Everything you need to know about Regulation E and the error resolution process for debit card transactions will be discussed in this session. Ensure your institution is adhering to the specific timeframes and requirements for disclosing information to the consumer throughout the investigative process.
Latest Challenges in Card Fraud
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Identify and mitigate potential risk to your organization! Education is always your best defense against fraud and it is critical that both your customer interfacing staff and your cardholders play a part in identifying and preventing card fraud. During this webinar, you will learn what steps you can take to identify suspect transactions in a timely manner and how to mitigate the financial risk to your organization. This program is intended for those who are responsible for managing risk and fraud in their organization.
What's Hot in the Card World
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Find out how all the recent developments in the card industry will impact your institution and your cardholders. Recent changes experienced by the card industry have either offered greater protection or access for consumers or enabled greater flexibility for merchants at the point of sale. While these changes have been occurring, little has been done to truly address card-related fraud resulting from compromised cardholder information. In an effort to combat fraud the card associations have put the challenge out there for U. S. card issuers and retailers to adopt smart card technologies. While nothing has been mandated, there are several incentives being offered to both parties. When is the right time to make the change? What will the impact be if you don't make the changes? How does this impact our ATMs? We will provide some information that will better enable you to answer these questions and also look at the newest trends in card fraud.
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