Wednesday, November 12, 2025

5:30 pm Welcome Reception
Welcome Reception Sponsored by Graduate School of Banking – Madison
Get a jump start on networking and join us for a casual reception at JC Craft & Co in the hotel.

Thursday, November 13, 2025

8:30 am Registration & Continental Breakfast
Breakfast sponsored by Bankers Trust

9:00 am Welcome & Opening Remarks

9:10 am AI in Banking: From Disruption to Strategic Advantage
Eric Cook
AI isn’t just another tech trend—it’s reshaping how banks operate, compete, and serve customers. In this forward-thinking session, we’ll cut through the hype and focus on what truly matters to banking executives: how AI drives innovation, efficiency, and risk management while maintaining trust and compliance. Discover how leading banks are using AI to automate transactions, enhance fraud detection, personalize customer experiences, and transform risk assessment. Learn how AI is reshaping roles across the institution and what it means for workforce planning and leadership. We’ll also tackle the real-world constraints of AI adoption—regulatory scrutiny, security, ethics, and cultural resistance—so you leave with a clear roadmap to turn disruption into differentiation and fear into forward momentum.

10:25 am Break with Exhibitors

10:45 am Stablecoin and Digital Currency
Scott Green, SHAZAM
The passage of the Genius Act ushered in a new era for digital currency in the United States; particularly for stablecoin.  This session will help community bankers understand the basics of stablecoin and how it works.  We’ll look at how the Genius Act will influence the use of stablecoin in the United States and look ahead at the possible use cases for community banks as stablecoin is introduced into the ecosystem domestically.

11:45 pm Networking Lunch
Lunch sponsored by Wipfli

12:45 pm Round Table Activity
Join us for an engaging round table networking session designed to foster connections with peers while exploring industry best practices and tackling current challenges.

Mentors & Momentum Panel
Looking to take your banking career to the next level? This panel discussion will explore practical strategies for advancing you professional journey – from finding and fostering meaningful mentor relationships to identifying growth opportunities that leave a lasting impact. Hear from leaders as they share personal insights, career-building advice, and actionable tips to help you navigate your path forward with purpose and confidence.

2:10 pm Break with Exhibitors
Break sponsored by MIB & Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines

2:30pm Leading with Purpose: Daily Habits, Positivity, and the Power of Teamwork
Conrad Hawley
Conrad Hawley, former CEO for Iowa State basketball, is here to give us a speech about positivity, daily habits, and how to grow as a leader and teammate

3:45 pm Adjourn and Grand Prize Drawing
Grand Prize Sponsored by CLA