Chris Colson
Payments Expert
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Chris Colson is a payments expert in the Payments Forum of the Atlanta Fed’s Research Division. His area of focus is emerging payments and technology. Chris identifies, researches, and analyzes the newest payment methods, market trends, and underlying technology.
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Biography
Chris Colson is a recognized payments innovation leader with deep expertise at the intersection of technology, research, and product strategy. He has shaped the evolution of global payments through roles spanning the Federal Reserve, Global Payments, and leading financial technology firms.
At the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Chris serves as a payments expert focused on emerging and alternative payment systems – driving collaboration across fintechs, institutions, and accelerators to foster innovation, enhance inclusion, and strengthen resilience in retail payments. His work combines applied research, experimentation, and thought leadership to inform industry direction and policy.