In this episode of our Paycast Network series live from Chicago, Paycast favorites Steven Morris (MWAA Board Member) and Jason Isidore stop by the booth for an insider look at MWAA 2026.

Steven shares what goes into planning and executing a major payments trade show, reflecting on the success of the MLS Forum, panel dynamics, and how MWAA's intimate layout creates the ideal environment for high quality networking. Later in the episode, the team discusses the viral growth of the Sell the Duck challenge, leading into an unscripted, high stakes pitch where Steven attempts to sell Jason the exclusive Black Edition Duck for $1,999.99.

In this episode, we cover:

• Behind the scenes of planning MWAA 2026 and conference logistics.

• MLS Forum panel dynamics and key session takeaways.

• Why MWAA's floor layout fosters better networking for first time attendees.

• The viral evolution of the Sell the Duck challenge across the industry.

• The unscripted Black Edition Duck sales pitch between Steven Morris and Jason Isidore.

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