What to expect
This year, the Zest AI Customer Advisory Board is integrated into the IQ AI Lending Forum 2026, offering a rich, collaborative environment for our VIP customers. You'll join fellow CAB members on April 19–20, ahead of the main IQ conference, for:
- Curated roundtable discussions on product strategy and roadmap.
- Exclusive CAB-only sessions and materials.
- Interactive experiences, like archery, leather tooling, and gin mixing.
- Premium accommodations and hospitality exclusive to CAB guests.
Your voice will help shape Zest AI’s future—while giving you ideas and connections to fuel your own.
Keynote Speaker
Molly Bloom
Entrepreneur and bestselling author of Molly’s Game, renowned for her extraordinary journey through high-stakes risk, reinvention, and leadership
Speaker Spotlight
Rodney E. Hood
Zest AI BoardmemberFormer Acting Comptroller of the Currency and NCUA Chairman
Speaker Spotlight
Jenny Vipperman
CEO
ORNL FCU
Event Moderator
Peter Renton
CEO and founderRenton & Co LLC
Speaker Spotlight
Mike Wilson
President and CEO Members 1st FCU
Guest Speaker
Dan Chiazza
COO
Zest AI
Guest Speaker
Sean Kamkar
CTO
Zest AI
Why attend
Join a select group of forward-thinking credit union leaders shaping the next generation of AI-powered lending. It’s your opportunity to collaborate directly with Zest AI executives, influence future innovation, and bring strategic insight back to your institution.
VIP Treatment
CAB members get a complimentary stay for their first night at Bishop’s Lodge when registering for the IQ AI Lending Forum 2026.
Exclusive Access
Gain early visibility into what’s next—from product previews to strategic initiatives—before they go public.
Networking
Collaborate with peer leaders in lending and risk roles through intimate discussions and shared experiences at IQ 2026.
Strategic Influence
Help shape the future of Zest AI’s roadmap by providing direct input on product innovation, usability, and feature direction.
Bishop’s Lodge offers a scenic setting with breathtaking views, world-class dining, and warm Southwestern hospitality. It’s the ideal backdrop for candid conversations, bold ideas, and breakthrough collaboration.
