Fall Summit 2026
Accelerate what matters.
September 1-2
Chicago, IL
The Upstart Fall Summit returns to Chicago for its fourth year, bringing together industry leaders at the Ritz-Carlton for an exclusive, high-impact experience. Centered on this year’s theme, Accelerate What Matters, the event focuses on the strategies, partnerships, and innovations that drive real results.
Join us for insightful sessions, meaningful networking, and curated experiences designed to move your business forward. Register now to secure your spot—hotel booking details will be shared in your confirmation email.
Check back soon for updates, including the full agenda, closing night keynote, and additional announcements.
Registration is now open and free!
CEO and Founder, DVx Ventures

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Paul Gu
CEO
Upstart
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Annie Delgado
Chief Risk Officer
Upstart

Sanjay Datta
President & Chief Capital Officer
Upstart
Tuesday - September 1st - Day 1: AI Day for lending partners + Welcome Reception |
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1:00-4:30 PM |
Check-in and Registration Open |
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2:00-4:00 PM |
Executive AI Learning Session Workshop |
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5:30-9:30 PM |
Welcome Reception and Dinner |
Wednesday - september 2nd - Day 2: Full Day Summit + Evening Reception + Closing Keynote |
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8:00-9:00 AM |
Networking Breakfast |
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9:00 AM-9:10 AM |
Welcome |
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9:10-9:40 AM |
Accelerate What Matters with Paul Gu |
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9:40-10:10 AM |
Perspectives on Economic Dynamics and Credit Performance with Sanjay Datta |
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10:10-10:40 AM |
Why Upstart Bank? with Annie Delgado |
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10:40-11:00 AM |
BREAK |
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11:00-11:45 AM |
Panel: Building a Multi-Asset Lending Strategy for Sustainable Growth |
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12:00-1:00 PM |
Networking Lunch |
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1:00-1:45 PM |
One Marketplace. One Delivery Model: Forward Flow |
Responsible AI: Navigating Change Without Changing Course |
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2:00-2:45 PM |
Turning Equity into Opportunity: Unlocking HELOC Growth |
Oversight Simplified Under Upstart Bank |
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3:00-3:45 PM |
From Dealers to Drivers: Winning in Indirect Auto |
From Hype to Reality: Practical GenAI Risk and Governance |
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4:00-4:45 PM |
Servicing: Delivering Value Across the Loan Lifecycle |
The Future of Consumer Lending: Regulatory Trends in a New Bank Model |
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5:00-8:00 PM |
Evening Reception and Closing Keynote with Jon McNeill |
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