2026 Future of Finance Conference

A one-day conference at Bryant on AI, blockchain, sustainability, policy & the future of work, for every generation and every level. Millennial Rhode Island and CFA Society Providence invite you to the 2026 Future of Finance Conference, a high-energy afternoon for anyone curious about where money is headed and how it shapes our everyday lives. Friday, November 20, 2026 · Bryant University, Smithfield, RI Co-hosted by FPA Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Blockchain Council, this event isn't just for finance professionals. It's for students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, community leaders, policymakers, and anyone who wants to understand how money, markets, and systems shape opportunity, and how we can build systems that work for more people. Finance is changing fast, and not just on Wall Street. AI is rewriting jobs. Blockchain is rewriting ownership. Climate and policy decisions are rewriting where the money goes. Whether you're a college student figuring out your first move, mid-career and planning your next one, or someone who's been in the game for decades and wants to know what's changing, there's a seat for you. Keynote panels: • The Future of AI: how AI is changing investing, advising, and decision-making • The Future of Blockchain: what digital assets and tokenization mean for your money • The Future of Sustainability: where the money is going as finance goes green, including the impact of AI on energy • The Future of Work: how careers in finance are evolving and what the next generation of talent needs Afternoon breakouts: pick your room for hands-on sessions on negotiation, Bitcoin, behavioral finance, real estate, and leadership. Throughout the day, we'll focus on economic empowerment and on building stronger pathways into the industry for women and people of color. Claude 101: Build Your Own Chief of Staff. A premium, hands-on AI workshop where you'll build a personal AI assistant around your own priorities and workflows. Limited seats, available as an add-on. Whether you want to grow your career, sharpen your financial knowledge, explore new industries, or connect with leaders across Rhode Island, you'll get practical insight and real conversation, without the jargon. We close the day with Moolah with Rulla, our signature Millennial RI networking social: a relaxed, welcoming space to grab a drink, meet new people, and keep the conversation going. Students meet hiring managers, founders meet capital, and everyone leaves with new connections. No awkward name-tag energy. No dress code. Come as you are. Leave informed, inspired, and connected. Millennial RI Members get to attend at a discount. Not a member? Join here: https://givebutter.com/millennialri Thank you to our sponsors! • Centreville Bank • PIMCO • AMP Consulting Group • Corebridge Financial