Cultivating Innovation: The 2025 Digital Co:Lab Summit
On April 7–8, 2025, nearly 100 leaders, technologists, and decision-makers from across the Farm Credit System convened at The Star in Frisco, Texas, for the 2025 Digital Co:Lab Summit. This dynamic think tank, powered by a strategic partnership between FCCS and Future Point of View (FPOV), aimed to accelerate digital innovation and collaboration within the agricultural finance ecosystem.
The summit’s central purpose was to foster a collaborative environment where stakeholders could ideate, discuss, and develop solutions to modernize and strengthen the Farm Credit System through digital capabilities. With a focus on the future of farm credit AI, agriculture lending AI, and artificial intelligence applications within ag finance, the summit provided a platform for organizations to share insights and co-create next-generation strategies.
Sowing the Seeds of Digital Transformation
The two-day event featured a carefully curated lineup of sessions, workshops, and collaborative discussions intended to drive momentum in areas like ag lending AI, data integration, and digital collaboration.
Day one commenced with a welcome address by Scott Klososky (Founding Partner of FPOV) and Chad Moller (President & CEO for FCCS) emphasizing the importance of partnership and innovation across the financial and agricultural sectors. Attendees then explored strategies for enhancing digital capabilities to gain a competitive edge, examining how digital transformation can empower cross-functional teams.
Interactive insights were gathered through FPOV’s proprietary Immersyv platform, where participants were polled on their digital collaboration expectations. This set the stage for a standout Ideation Co:Lab workshop focused on defining the summit’s long-term role in transforming the industry.
Industry experts shared lessons from leading sectors, drawing applicable insights from digital success stories in oil & gas and air freight. The day concluded with a Discussion Co:Lab and a cocktail reception, both designed to deepen engagement and facilitate networking.
Day two built on this momentum with an exploration of DataCentral.ag, highlighting its role in achieving data portability and stronger digital handoffs. A second Ideation Co:Lab session was dedicated to optimizing partnerships with tech vendors to improve operational performance.
Presentations examined real-world use cases for digital collaboration across agricultural ecosystems, with a specific lens on farm credit collaboration. A security-focused discussion introduced the Ag Defender Initiative, highlighting digital risks and the collective need for cybersecurity in the sector. Closing remarks from Klososky and Moller wrapped up the event, reflecting on key takeaways and setting the stage for ongoing collaboration across the Farm Credit System.
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Harvesting Collaborative Insights
True to its mission, the Digital Co:Lab Summit emphasized not only high-level strategy but also tactical execution through collaboration. Across the breakout sessions, digital tools such as Padlet, Slido, and Immersyv, FPOV’s proprietary collaboration platform, were used to encourage real-time input and ideation.
Participants collectively tackled critical questions: How can entities within the Farm Credit System safely and effectively adopt artificial intelligence? What types of farm credit AI collaboration will be most valuable in the near term? What are the most important areas for upskilling staff in anticipation of AI-enabled tools? Beyond AI, what emerging technologies should be on the industry’s radar?
Ideas and perspectives captured during these sessions will be synthesized into a deliverable by FPOV and shared with attendees post-event. These outcomes are expected to inform roadmaps across the Farm Credit System, providing a structured framework for modernizing agriculture lending AI strategies while addressing digital trust, operational resilience, and workforce development.
This collaborative approach reflects the growing understanding that shared learning, experimentation, and alignment are vital to realizing system-wide innovation. The summit also reinforced that farm credit system AI is not a distant ambition but a present-day priority requiring structured discussion and actionable insight.
A Special Thanks to the Organizations Involved
Future Point of View collaborated with FCCS to execute this event, but the the 2025 Digital Co:Lab Summit would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors, whose commitment to innovation in agriculture and financial services played a pivotal role in the event’s success.
Our event champions consisted of three of the largest banks within the Farm Credit System:
CoBank, a national cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America, provides loans, leases, export financing, and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural infrastructure providers. Their support underscores the importance of robust financial institutions in driving agricultural innovation.
AgriBank, one of the largest banks within the Farm Credit System, supports agricultural and rural communities by providing wholesale funding and financial services to local Farm Credit associations. Their involvement highlights the critical role of funding in sustaining agricultural enterprises.
AgFirst, another key institution within the Farm Credit System, delivers funding and support services to local Farm Credit associations in the eastern United States. Their commitment ensures that farmers and rural communities have access to reliable financial resources.
We were thrilled by the involvement of our diverse group of sponsors:
Oraczen AI specializes in artificial intelligence solutions tailored for the agricultural sector, offering predictive analytics and automation tools that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Their expertise brings cutting-edge AI applications to the forefront of agricultural finance.
Adobe, a global leader in digital media and marketing solutions, provides tools that enable organizations to create, manage, and optimize customer experiences. Their technologies support the digital transformation of agricultural lending institutions.
nCino offers a cloud-based banking platform that streamlines loan origination, deposit account opening, and other banking processes. Their solutions help financial institutions increase efficiency and improve customer service.
Revgen is a consulting firm that partners with clients to drive growth and innovation through data analytics, customer experience, and digital transformation strategies. Their insights assist agricultural lenders in navigating the complexities of modernization.
Inzovu focuses on data-driven solutions that empower organizations to make informed decisions. Their contributions aid in the development of data-centric strategies within the Farm Credit System.
CamoAg provides technology solutions designed to simplify and enhance the agricultural lending process, ensuring that financial services are accessible and efficient for farmers and agribusinesses.
Agcor specializes in digital tools that support agricultural operations, offering platforms that facilitate communication, data management, and decision-making for farmers and lenders alike.
Exadel delivers digital transformation services, including software engineering and consulting, to help organizations modernize their technology infrastructure and improve operational agility.
Techwave is a global IT services and solutions company that assists businesses in leveraging technology to achieve their strategic objectives, including digital transformation and process optimization.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of the individuals that participated and each of these sponsors for their invaluable contributions. Their support not only made the 2025 Digital Co:Lab Summit an incredible event but also exemplifies the collaborative spirit necessary to drive innovation in agricultural finance.
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Trent Saunders
Trent’s natural curiosity for emerging technology makes him a great addition to FPOV’s Business Development team. As Business Expansion Manager, Trent leverages his passion for pitching new concepts to evangelize the FPOV offerings. Learn more about Trent Saunders.