Understanding Payment Networks
About This Course
Gain an understanding of how payment networks shape today’s financial ecosystem—and how to navigate them confidently
Benefits
This webinar breaks down the structure, purpose, and importance of payment networks—the rails that make money move. You’ll explore the differences between open vs. closed networks and private vs. public systems, learning how each impacts access, interoperability, innovation, and control.
Through real-world examples like ACH, FedNow®, RTP®, Visa®, PayPal®, and American Express®, you’ll see how various networks function and why it matters. You’ll also examine how private networks drive competition and innovation, while public networks promote stability and accessibility.
Agenda
- Breakdown of payment networks
- Open vs. closed networks
- Private vs public systems
- Real-world examples
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*This course does not meet the requirements for CPE/NASBA credit.
Your Instructor
Kevin Olsen is a certified AAP (Accredited ACH Professional), APRP (Accredited Payments Risk Professional), NCP (National Check Professional), as well as a certified NCP Instructor with additional computer network, database, and security settings. Over the past couple decades, Kevin has been involved with product creation, design, implementation, education, and consulting for multiple platforms within remote deposit capture, ACH, and faster payments. Kevin has worked with financial institutions of all sizes in multiple countries to create products services, departments, systems, teams, and results that help financial institutions become more productive, compliant, and secure.
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