Disruption University
A two-day course designed to educate your C-Suite on the latest trends in the industry and which ones you should prioritize.
Disrupt or be Disrupted in the New Banking Paradigm...You Decide
Traditional banking methods are no longer sustainable. How will your institution adapt? With numerous paths to disruption, it's crucial to choose wisely. Embracing disruption is the only way to ensure growth. Gain insights from industry thought leaders in fintech and banking, and interact with executives facing similar challenges. Stay ahead and secure your institution's future.
Course Curriculum & Schedule
Day 1
9 AM – 4 PM
What is Disruption
Digitization of Financial Services
Future of Consumer Payments
Artificial Intelligence
Embedded Fintech
Consumer Lending Trends
Day 2
8:30 AM – 1 PM
Commercial Lending and Payments
Platform Solutions
Generational Marketing
Closing / Optional Lunch
"Loved the experience and connections made."
"I thought content and discussion was good. The fact that Cornerstone Advisors provided the TOM's was worth the price of admission. I plan to use them for a self evaluation and for 2023 planning."
"Wonderful group of bankers in the room to bounce ideas off of. It was so valuable to hear what other bankers are doing or considering. Not 1 size fits all."
"Love it...sparked conversations and feedback. I was never bored."
"I heartily recommend."
"I believe the University exceeded my expectations. There was a lot packed into two half days... I was honored to be invited."
Scottsdale, AZ
October 15 - 16, 2025
$2,995
Date Change and Cancellation Policy: In the event, a participant would like to change the date of their upcoming session, Cornerstone will allow a one-time change. For second-time changes, cancellation fees will apply. A cancellation fee of 50% of registration costs will be applied for a cancellation received more than 10 days before the school. No refund will be issued for cancellations received less than 10 days before the first day of school.
Meet the Disruption University Instructors
Steve Williams
CEO & Partner
Steve Williams serves as Chief Executive Officer and Partner with Cornerstone where he leads firm growth and thought leadership efforts while remaining actively involved with major clients in the areas of strategy, technology and performance improvement.
Jim Burson
Partner
Jim Burson brings to his role as partner at Cornerstone Advisors a deep knowledge of the financial services industry as well as a wide range of executive management and business planning experience developed over a career of nearly four decades.
Tony DeSanctis
Senior Director
Tony DeSanctis is a Senior Director at Cornerstone. Tony leads the education practice, facilitating our curriculum of classes, including Payments School, Digital School, C&I Summit, and Disruption University. Tony also facilitates the C-suite level roundtables for Cornerstone.
Chris Miller
Senior Director
Chris puts nearly 10 years of expertise to work helping banks and credit unions develop competitive delivery channel strategies, translate data into actionable marketing campaigns to grow sales, improve their client experience, and more.
John Meyer
Senior Director
John Meyer leads the firm’s Business Intelligence and Data Analytics practice. In this role, he helps community banks and credit unions better use the data they have to make smarter decisions with risks and opportunities.