Narmi, a New York-based provider of digital banking solutions for financial institutions, is staging its annual Innovators Retreat at the Shinola Hotel in downtown Detroit on Sept. 22-24.
The annual gathering is expected to attract more than 100 community bank and credit union leaders to the Motor City to explore how innovation, business banking strategy, and artificial intelligence can drive sustainable growth in the financial services industry.
The theme of the 2026 retreat is “Innovation Over Incumbency,” inspired by Detroit’s legacy of reinvention.
“The Innovators Retreat brings together leaders who are proving that you don’t need massive scale to be a pioneer,” says, Nikhil Lakhanpal, said co-founder of Narmi. “Community financial institutions have never innovated for innovation’s sake or to catch up to big banks.
“Now more than ever, community banks and credit unions are propelling the industry forward through actionable solutions, practical technology applications, and bold ideas that enable growth while staying true to their mission of serving their communities, customers, and members.”
The retreat will feature industry experts and community financial institutions sharing best practices, innovative solutions, and real-world experiences that help banks and credit unions deliver seamless digital experiences to their customers and members.
The event is designed to provide a platform to strengthen industry relationships, spark new partnerships, and highlight the critical role community banks and credit unions play in powering economic growth nationwide.
Community banking leaders interested in attending are encouraged to register early here and receive event updates, agenda announcements, and early registration access. Additional details, including speakers, the complete agenda, and additional programming, will be announced in the coming months.
Narmi says its digital platform is designed to empower financial institutions to unlock the latest capabilities in digital banking and account opening, enabling them to move faster, tap new growth opportunities, and achieve true digital transformation. It was said to be built with the customer experience in mind, empowering financial institutions with an experience that is “effortless, current, and dependable.”
For more information, visit narmi.com.
