
5 Key Insights from the Alloy Labs Annual Meeting: What Banks Need to Know Now
May 15, 2025
LJ Enriquez
We just got back from the Alloy Labs Annual Member Meeting, and like always, it didn’t disappoint. It was a beautiful few days in Nashville, jam-packed with sharp insights, honest conversations, and a clear call to action: Adapt, collaborate, and stay bold.
Here are five big takeaways we’re bringing home, and how they connect to the work we’re doing at Themis:
1. Collaboration is a Competitive Advantage
Banks need to talk to each other—not just vendors, partners, and regulators.Collaboration isn't a luxury, it's a competitive advantage. Siloed thinking leads to stagnation. Shared insights drive smarter strategies.
➡️ At Themis, we believe in the power of peer exchange. That’s why we are kicking off our Customer Advisory Boards—to give our bank and fintech clients a space to learn from one another and shape where our platform goes next. Want in? Reach out.
2. AI is Already Here—It’s Time to Adapt
AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s a present-day reality. It’s powerful, fast-moving, and transformative. The question is no longer if you need an AI strategy, but how soon you can get one that aligns with your risk appetite, customer needs, and regulatory obligations.
➡️ Themis has a strategic AI roadmap to help banks and fintechs turn emerging tech into a competitive advantage—without compromising governance. If you’re curious about how we’re executing on that strategy, let’s talk.
3. Uncertainty = the new BAU
Rates, regulations, and customer behavior are all in flux. But within volatility lies opportunity—those who can remain nimble and adaptable will be best positioned to thrive in the face of uncertainty.
➡️ We built Themis to help teams stay grounded when everything else is moving. From risk assessments to policy updates to real-time oversight of partner activity—we help you stay audit-ready no matter what’s happening outside your org.
4. Playing It Too Safe Can Be Risky
It might feel comfortable to hunker down in times of change, but inaction can be just as risky as making bold moves. Progress requires momentum—even when the future feels uncertain.
➡️ Themis was designed with that exact philosophy in mind: compliance isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about building trust at scale.
5. Customer Obsession Is Key
One of the most overlooked ways to show you’re laser-focused on your customers? Strong governance and a culture of compliance. It protects your customers, your team, and your ability to grow.
➡️ Whether you’re rethinking your risk posture, onboarding new fintech partners, or launching new products, Themis helps you move with confidence.
Huge thanks to the Alloy Labs team for creating a space for honest, forward-looking conversations. These are exactly the kinds of dialogues the industry needs right now.
👉 If you’re looking to navigate uncertainty, embrace innovation, or scale compliance without slowing down, reach out! We’d love to hear from you.
Jason Henrichs, founder of Alloy Labs, was joined on stage during the Alloy Labs Annual Meeting by Alex Johnson, founder of Fintech Takes, Chris Nichols of South State Bank, and Kiah Haslett of Bank Director Magazine, for a special live edition of Breaking Banks podcast Hot Takes.