Black Dragon Capital℠ Drives FinTech Collaboration and Leadership at REACH 2026 Credit Union Conference in Palm Desert, CA

BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Dragon Capital℠ ("Black Dragon") — a multi-phased global investment partner which focuses on advanced technology that addresses the most significant faced by the communities it serves — is a prominent presence at the REACH 2026 Credit Union Conference, happening from Nov. 2-5, 2026, in Palm Desert, CA.

The firm will be supporting portfolio companies in attendance, hosting private meetings and private events, and speaking at multiple events. Black Dragon’s executive team will include Mark Bashforth, Investment Partner; Sarina Tamagna, Vice President; and Benson Porter, former President and CEO of BECU who now serves as Partner and Chairman of the Black Dragon Capital Fintech Limited Partner Advisory Board. The team will also be available for meetings with entrepreneurs and partners throughout the event.

Black Dragon Capital℠ was founded over a decade ago by recognized financial technology leaders focused on bringing innovative technologies to high-growth industry segments affected by digital disruption. The firm is led by a collaborative team which combines deep operational experience with a focus on community impact and experience supporting the growth and development of companies. Its Founder and CEO, Louis Hernandez, Jr., also founded For A Bright Future Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the needs of underserved children through education, healthcare, the arts, and youth leadership development. The Foundation has a long-standing partnership with the Children’s Miracle Network, which has culminated in a new partnership between Black Dragon Capital, its portfolio companies PayOnward and Digital Joy, and Children’s Miracle Network that aims to expand digital giving opportunities for credit union members. Hernandez also donates over $500,000 annually to support For A Bright Future Foundation’s support of programs that include Children’s Miracle Network and other Children’s Hospitals

The firm has launched the Black Dragon Capital℠ FinTech Limited Partner Advisory Board, an organization comprised of recognized credit union and CUSO investment partners which focuses on collaboration, innovation and community engagement between innovative, future-forward credit unions and CUSOs in the industry and the intense operating focus and domain expertise of Black Dragon Capital. The collaboration seeks to build FinTech organizations that solve the most significant issues in the industry, creating sustainable long-term businesses, and support sustainable growth and innovation within the credit union and FinTech ecosystem.

Organizations with which Black Dragon has existing or prospective industry relationships that are associated with the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues include:

· SchoolsFirst Credit Union

· California Credit Union

· Redwood Credit Union

· Financial Partners Credit Union

· AltaOne Federal Credit Union

· SESLOC

Black Dragon Capital℠ is deeply committed to forging collaborative partnerships with leaders in the credit union industry with the objective of driving the creation and growth of advanced technologies built to address its unique needs and provide credit union members top of the line service. To connect with its most important stakeholders, the Black Dragon team will be present at the following events:

· Private meeting with leaders of credit unions and CUSOs

· Private meetings with industry leaders on policy and advocacy

· Private meetings with technology company entrepreneurs

· Support of Mitchell Stankovic & Associates Underground event.

· Support of Portfolio Company meetings with key partners.

· Several industry interviews and discussions

In attendance will be the following FinTech Focused Portfolio Companies:

· Open Banking Solutions, enterprise processing

· GenAspire, teen banking and financial literacy

· Veep, Earned Wage Access for Credit Unions

· PayOnward, AI powered Digital Payments

· DragonPay, Payments and Stablecoin platform for Credit Unions

“Now more than ever, credit unions must seize the opportunity to leverage technology and strengthen their position in their communities. Our strategic partnerships are the foundation of our efforts to build and grow fintechs that will empower CUs to evolve strategically, elevate their services, and keep members happy,” said Benson Porter, Partner, Black Dragon Capital.

Black Dragon Capital℠, founded over a decade ago by recognized financial technology leaders, is a multi-phased investment firm focused on disruptive technologies in high growth industry segments that strengthen economic stability within communities. The firm is led by a collaborative team with a combination of intense operating experience, community impact focus, and a track record of supporting companies through periods of growth and development.

About the Black Dragon Capital℠ FinTech Limited Partner Advisory Board
The FinTech Limited Partner Advisory Board (LPAB) is an organization comprised of recognized credit union and CUSO investment partners. The Advisory Board provides input on industry issues, feedback on operational and technical areas with potential and current investments and provides strategic advice and direction on all Black Dragon Capital's investments for Fintech strategies. The Advisory Board's feedback incorporates insight from Black Dragon's Global Advisory Group, thought leadership and guidance on key events.

Louis Hernandez Jr's Foundation For A Bright Future is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that empowers underserved youth with equitable access to education, technology, financial capability, and wellness. We help students develop future‑ready skills that unlock lifelong opportunity and support thriving global communities. Learn more at www.fabff.org.

FABF operates programs nationwide, including the NextGen Finance Lab, the NextGen Media Creators Lab, the merit- and need-based scholarships, and youth leadership development, working directly with schools, districts, and industry leaders to bridge opportunity gaps for the next generation.

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