The 2027 BAFT International Trade and Payments Conference brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore emerging technologies, shifting regulatory landscapes, and new partnership models shaping the next era of global trade and payments.
Join us to connect ideas, share insights, learn from industry leaders, and explore the future of trade and payments together during this three-day conference.
The Call for Speakers is now closed. Due to the anticipated volume of submissions, only selected speakers will be contacted. Notifications will be sent by the end of November 2026. We appreciate your patience as the program planning committee carefully reviews each submission and evaluates its fit with the overall program.
February 23:
February 24:
February 25:
16:00 – 17:30
17:30 – 18:30
07:30 – 08:30
08:30 – 09:00
09:00 – 10:20
10:20 – 10:40
10:40 – 12:40
12:40 – 13:40
13:40 – 15:40
15:40 – 16:00
16:00 – 17:20
17:20 – 17:30
17:30 – 18:30
18:30 – 19:30
08:30 – 08:40
08:40 – 09:20
09:25 – 10:45
10:45 – 11:05
11:05 – 12:20
12:20 – 13:20
13:20 – 14:40
14:40 – 14:50
FEBRUARY 23
Can’t attend the full conference? The Pre-conference Workshops on February 23 can be booked as a standalone day of focused, hands-on learning. The day includes a Swift training session and a workshop on AI in Trade. Click here to view the program.
| Early Bird Until Dec. 11 |
Regular Dec. 12 – Jan. 31 |
Late After Jan. 31 |
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| Member | $400 | $500 | $600 |
| Non-Member | $550 | $650 | $750 |
| Team Rate | $50 off per registration (teams of 6 or more) Contact [email protected] for more information. |
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Workshops only, Feb 23.
Attending the conference? Add the workshop day for $100 at conference checkout.
FEBRUARY 24 – 25
( + WTB, Opening Reception, and Optional Pre-conference Workshop February 23 )
Get the full ITP experience. Your Conference admission includes two full days of content on February 24 and 25, plus the Women in Transaction Banking session and the ITP Opening Reception on February 23. You can add the Pre-conference Workshops for just $100 at checkout, which includes a Swift training session and a workshop on AI in Trade. See the Program tab for the full agenda and speaker details.
| Early Bird Until Dec. 11 |
Regular Dec. 12 – Jan. 31 |
Late After Jan. 31 |
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| Member | $1,300 | $1,500 | $1,700 |
| Non-Member | $1,650 | $1,850 | $2,050 |
| Team Rate | $150 off per registration (teams of 6 or more) Contact [email protected] for more information. |
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| Optional Workshops | $100 (select at checkout) | ||
Feb 24–25.
Includes the option to add the workshops on Feb 23.
Tod Burwell is the President and Chief Executive Officer of BAFT. Prior to being promoted to CEO, he served as the Senior Vice President of Trade Products with oversight of all trade-related initiatives including the Global Trade Industry Council, Trade Committees, and other strategic initiatives of the organization. Mr. Burwell has over 25 years of trade, supply chain and cash management experience as a banking practitioner, as well as serving as a consultant to global corporations and suppliers of strategically integrated trade solutions. Prior to joining BAFT, Mr. Burwell was a Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase and held senior global management roles responsible for trade operations, launching the logistics business and managing global product sales for trade finance and logistics management.
Connect with Trade and Payments Experts and Get Your Brand in Front of Your Target Audience
BAFT is delighted to host the 4th annual BAFT International Trade and Payments Conference, February 23 – 25, 2027 in Brooklyn, NY. With the increasing interplay between trade and payments, we are uniting thought leaders, trade professionals, and payments experts for this exceptional gathering. This conference is a combination of our Annual Conference on International Trade and our Global Payments Conference, attracting over 300 trade and payments professionals from across the world.
Benefits |
Platinum |
Gold (4 available) |
Silver |
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| Speaking opportunity in event programming | Yes: Plenary Session | Yes: Plenary Session | Yes: Trade OR Payments Track |
| One-page flyer for conference registration desk | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Event Registrations and Lead Generation |
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| Complimentary registrations | 4 comp registrations | 3 comp registrations | 2 comp registrations |
| Table-top display | Yes | Yes | Additional $1,500 |
| Event Attendee List with Email Contact Information (pre- and post-event) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Marketing and Branding |
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| Custom giveaway to all attendees | Yes | – | – |
| Pull-up banner in registration area for the duration of conference | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Logo featured on event website and on-site marketing materials | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Recognition as sponsor during event introduction and event PPT presentation | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Logo included on all email promotion pre- and post-event | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The 2027 BAFT International Trade and Payments Conference will take place February 23–25, 2027 at the New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge. Located in the heart of downtown Brooklyn, the hotel is minutes from the Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, and Lower Manhattan. It offers more than 39,000 square feet of flexible event space, which makes it a great setting for three days of sessions, networking, and connection.
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge
333 Adams Street | Brooklyn, NY 11201 | +1 718-246-7000 | Google Map
BAFT has secured a discounted room block at the New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge for workshop and conference attendees. Rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to book early.
The nightly rate is subject to applicable state and local taxes, currently 14.75% plus a $3.50 occupancy tax per room per night, in effect at the time of check-out.
If you’d rather book by phone, call Passkey reservations at 888-436-3759 and mention the BAFT International Trade and Payments Conference.
By air: Three major airports serve New York City:
The hotel does not provide airport shuttle service. Taxis, rideshare services, and public transit are available from all three airports.
By subway: The hotel is in downtown Brooklyn, close to several subway lines with quick connections to Manhattan.
By car: On-site parking is currently $60 per day and is subject to change. The garage is operated by SP+, not by the hotel.
For questions about the conference or your registration, contact BAFT Events at [email protected].
Interested in sponsoring the 2027 International Trade and Payments Conference? We can tailor your sponsorship package to meet your goals.
To discuss your sponsorship options, please contact:
Matthew Kaitz
Head of Business Development
[email protected]
+1 (703) 200-9071