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Education, Advice & Member Representation

EPCOR offers financial institutions and affiliated organizations a wide array of services to assist you in maintaining compliance, mitigating risk and fraud and improving operational processes.

 

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Get Support

Members can access self-service resources in the EPCOR Knowledge Community or get reliable support via phone, email or chat.

Be Heard

We are your voice at a national level, influencing new payment applications, policies and risk management practices.

Stay Informed

We continually publish information to keep you informed of the latest payment systems initiatives, rules and regulations

Network

There are plenty of ways to connect with other EPCOR members and make your payments journey more enjoyable.

Rockstar Faculty – Engaging Curriculum – Track Flexibility

Earn Your Place Among the EPCOR Payments University OWL-umni!

Whether you're ready to major in rockin’ the payments world or just starting your career, EPCOR Payments University is your backstage pass to higher learning! Enroll in our interactive, workshop-style sessions where you’ll study under seasoned payments professors. Join us August 20-21 in Branson, MO or virtually October 6-8!

P.S. Don’t miss these important dates for our in-person offering! Early bird pricing ends July 20, and the room block deadline ends July 24.

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Featured Events & Offerings

Get Ready for the Future of Payments

Join Us September 2 – 3

Join us for the Virtual Stablecoins Workshop and discover how stablecoins are reshaping the future of U.S. money movement. Learn key concepts, regulatory requirements and practical applications while comparing stablecoins to today's payment rails.

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Put Yourself in the Spotlight – Become an AFPP!

We Can Help You ROCK the Exam

Our AFPP Prep Program kicks off September 30 and will shred through all the tools you need for chart-topping APRP exam results!

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Protect Your Organization & Empower Your Business Clients

Invite Your Clients at No Additional Cost

Join EPCOR and NEACH September 22 – 23 for the End-User Payments Fraud Symposium to hear from top industry experts, explore trends and key considerations in payment fraud and gain strategies for managing and mitigating risk.

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🚗📍Hoot-E Says… What's Your Favorite Summer Road Trip Destination?

Whether it's a beach town, a national park or a hidden gem close to home, we want to know where you're headed (or would love to visit) this summer! Head over to one of our social media channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram or Threads) and tell us for a chance to win a $100 gas e-gift card.

Monthly Featured Publication

Pick up copies of this month's featured publication, ACH Audit & Risk Assessment Workbook Bundle.

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In the News

Deep Dive: Turning Cybersecurity Into Trust

🎥 In our latest Deep Dive video, President & CEO Brandie Thacker, AAP, CAE, explores the growing connection between cybersecurity and client trust, and how EPCOR is uniquely positioned to lead in today’s fraud environment.

  • Why it matters: As fraud and scams become more sophisticated, clients increasingly look to their financial institutions for protection, guidance and security. Building and maintaining that trust has become a strategic advantage.
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Recalculating the Dishonored Return Route

As June brings the start of summer road trips, it’s a fitting time to think about navigation, because in the ACH Network, even a small misstep can quickly lead to a “Recalculating!” moment when handling Returns.

  • Why it matters: Understanding dishonored and contested Returns helps EPCOR navigate complex ACH exception scenarios, meet strict deadlines and avoid compliance missteps that can lead to operational delays and financial exposure.
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The Language of Liquidity: How Community Banks and Credit Unions Can Deepen Commercial Ties with ISO 20022

As businesses accelerate toward real-time operations, it’s a fitting time to think beyond the movement of money, because in today’s payments landscape, the real value lies in the information that travels with it.

  • Why it matters: Leveraging ISO 20022 rich payment data helps EPCOR strengthen commercial relationships, streamline reconciliation processes and position financial institutions as strategic partners rather than simply payment providers.
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Instant Payments Enablement Service

We can help you move seamlessly from planning to market with instant payments.

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Did You Know?

Fake Banking and Treasury Alert Protection

Fake banking and treasury alerts are becoming a growing threat to small businesses. Learn how fraudsters impersonate financial institutions to steal credentials, gain account access, and initiate fraudulent payments. In this EPCOR Did You Know? video, discover common warning signs, a real-world example and practical steps your organization can take to prevent account takeover and payment fraud.

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Payments Insights

Join EPCOR CEO Brandie Thacker for a Deep Dive into essential strategies for navigating the rapidly changing payments landscape.

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EPCOR Snapshots

Stay ahead in the payments world! Get EPCOR's top 5 essential updates.

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