WEBINAR
Are Debit Cards the New Credit Cards?
August 19, 2026
1:00 pm EDT
What’s Driving Debit’s Rise to
Top-of-Wallet Status?
For years, credit cards owned the conversation around rewards, loyalty, and everyday spending. That’s changing.
As debit cards introduce rewards, buy now, pay later options, and other new capabilities, consumers are increasingly reaching for debit first—and financial institutions are taking notice.
On August 19, join Paul Dunning, Director of Business Development at SoFi Tech Solutions, Dan Dougherty, Partner at Marketgate Advisors, and Jonathan Clarkson, Founder of Carlisle Advisory, as they unpack how financial institutions are responding to the rapid evolution of debit—from new rewards models to fintech competition—and the strategies they’re using to stay relevant with today’s consumers.
In this webinar, you will gain insights into:
- Why debit is becoming a first-choice payment method for more consumers
- The economics making today’s debit rewards programs possible
- How leading institutions are positioning debit to win top-of-wallet
Our Presenters
Paul Dunning
Director of Business Development
Dan Dougherty
Partner
Jonathan Clarkson
Founder
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