Please join us on Thurs., Dec 11th, 2025 for the CAFP's annual holiday luncheon at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.
PRESENTER: Chris Colson, Payments Director, FRB of Atlanta
WHEN: Thursday, December 11th, at 12:00 p.m. EST for networking and plated lunch followed by the presentation from 12:00-1:15 p.m. EST (check in begins at 11:30am)
WHERE: Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, 701 E. Byrd Street, Richmond, VA 23219. Parking/entry info is below. Carpooling is recommended, if feasible.
SUMMARY: Explore how invisible and embedded payments are transforming the way we shop by making transactions faster, smoother, and more integrated into everyday life. This session explores how payment innovations are reshaping the way consumers interact with businesses.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Understand the landscape: Identify the key difference between invisible and embedded payment methods and how they are transforming everyday transactions.
• Explore Technology impact: Examine the technologies enabling these payments and how they are impacting the customer experience.
• Assess Implications: Evaluate the opportunities and challenges these payments methods create.
All members are encouraged to bring a prospective member/guest. Cost=Members=Free (included in membership); Non-members $55 for lunch/session.
SECURITY REQUIREMENT: Picture ID required, 11:30am-noon check in opens with Security (see important notes below).
DIRECTIONS/PARKING: Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond - note to Carpool if possible & parking in Bragg St deck or EVL if needed.
DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
Step A - Driving to Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
From the South
Take I-95 North to Exit 74-A, Downtown Expressway (I-195). Take the Downtown Expressway to exit for Canal Street. Follow Canal Street to 5th Street. Turn left on 5th Street and continue approximately two blocks, crossing over Byrd Street. Proceed to Step B.
From the North
Take I-95 South to Exit 75 (64 East). Immediately take the 3rd Street Exit (also Coliseum). Follow 3rd Street to Byrd Street. Turn left on Byrd Street. Turn right on 5th Street. Proceed to Step B.
From the East
Take I-64 West to Exit 190, 5th Street exit. Follow 5th Street crossing over Byrd Street. Proceed to Step B.
From the West
Take I-64 East to Exit 186, Downtown Expressway (I-195). Take the Byrd Street/2nd Street exit. Follow Byrd Street and turn right on 5th Street. Proceed to Step B.
Step B - Parking
Please note that this is a change from last year. Parking (although limited) will be available in our Bragg St Deck & East Visitors Lot - all attendees, regardless of where they park should enter through the Lobby. The Lobby will open at 11:30 a.m. so please ask attendees to not arrive before then.
o Bragg Street Deck/Lobby entrance: 601 Bragg Street
Please plan to park here and walk to the front of the FRBR to enter through the Lobby/front FRBR main entrance (not using entrance on 7th Street).
o The East Visitors Lot (EVL):
EVL is open for anyone who needs closer parking. Our Deck on Bragg Street has been getting VERY full Tues-Thurs, so I would encourage people to carpool if possible so we can fit as many cars as possible into the EVL. There are 39 regular parking spaces and 8 accessible spaces in the EVL. If this lot reaches capacity, attendees will be redirected to the Bragg Street Deck.
Here is some important information to relay:
The East Visitor Parking Lot & Lobby are open during construction, but the access lane that runs parallel to Byrd Street is closed. Please approach the building in the far right lane on Byrd Street. Slowly proceed past the first access lane entrance after 7th Street. Make a sharp right turn into the East Visitor Parking Lot from the second access lane entrance. There will be an officer standing by to check ID and give further instructions. Please use caution and drive slowly as you enter the lot. If the East Visitor Parking Lot reaches capacity, attendees will be directed to park at the Bragg Street Deck located at 601 Bragg Street, located between 5th Street and 7th Street. If you are bringing a guest, please consider arriving in one vehicle to facilitate parking and building entry.
Security Requirement: All visitors must present a picture ID to Security prior to entering the building. All persons entering the building are subject to metal detection. When you exit the building and return to the parking deck, go to the double doors on Bragg St., and press the red button to the right of the doors for entry. FRBR security policy requires that all guests be escorted throughout their visit; escort will be available upon arrival in the Lobby, exit from Conference Center, and any early departures.
All members are encouraged to bring a prospective member/guest.
Program Level: Basic
Intended Professional Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
1.5 CPE Credit in the field of Management Advisory Services provided by VSCPA and 1.5 CTP/FPAC Credit provided by CAFP
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