Upcoming Events
May 2026

5/20/2026 | Chicago, IL
13th Annual CPI Middle Market 2026 B2B Payments Summit

B2B payments in the middle market are entering a new phase. Growth is no longer driven by expansion alone, but by margin pressure, supplier resistance, interchange scrutiny and fintech consolidation.

Issuers face profitability compression, suppliers are rethinking acceptance, and buyers are prioritising liquidity and simplicity. At the same time, embedded finance is evolving and AI is moving from promise to practice.

CPI Middle Market 2026 brings these forces into one focused conversation. Over two days, leaders will explore how to protect program economics, strengthen acceptance, use data effectively and drive sustainable growth.

Join the CPI community on May 20–21, 2026 to connect with payments leaders, providers and innovators through panels, keynotes, roundtables and real-world case studies.

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5/4/2026 | JW Marriott Nashville
Bank Director and Pinnacle Financial Partners Small Business Summit

To kick off 2026 National Small Business Week, join Bank Director and Pinnacle Financial Partners for our inaugural Small Business Summit.  This two-day event – held May 4-5, 2026 – is designed to empower small business owners and founders with actionable insights and growth strategies for short- and long-term success.  Featuring expert-led sessions, unparalleled networking and practical tools to implement at your organization, this Summit addresses the challenges and opportunities facing ALL small businesses today!

From economic updates and financial balance sheet reviews to scaling strategies, customer service excellence and succession planning, the agenda is packed with value-driven content tailored specifically for business owners and entrepreneurs alike. Breakout sessions delve into critical topics like business structures, leveraging technology and AI, risk mitigation, capital raising and building strong teams.

Whether you’re seeking to streamline operations, prepare for the future or expand into new markets, this event offers the resources and connections to support your journey.  Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and ignite new ideas to take your business to the next level.

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About
The Center

The National Center for the Middle Market provides knowledge, leadership, and innovative research on the U.S. Middle Market.

The National Center for the Middle Market is a collaboration between The Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business and Chubb. It exists for a single purpose: to ensure that the vitality and robustness of Middle Market companies are fully realized as fundamental to our nation’s economic outlook and prosperity.

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