This annual conference addresses economic developments, government relations, and advancements in technology, among other key drivers forcing change in the banking industry. Join CEOs, presidents, senior managers, and directors to network, exchange views amongst colleagues, and prepare for 2026.

Program

Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Registration & Networking Luncheon

1:00 p.m.
Opening Welcome

T.J. Burge, CEO, Community Partners Savings Bank — 2025 IBA Chair
Mick O’Rourke, CEO, Signature Bank — Emcee

1:10 p.m. – 2:10 p.m.
Economic Outlook with Leading Bank Economists

Ryan James Boyle, Chief U.S. Economist, Northern Trust
Sayee Srinivasan, Chief Economist, American Bankers Association

2:10 p.m. – 2:40 p.m.
A Framework for Banking in the Stablecoin Era

Bart Smith, Head of Risk and Regulatory Insights, Performance Trust

2:40 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Networking Break

3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Driving Responsible AI Adoption

Ben Udell, SVP Product Marketing & Innovation, Marquis

3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Illinois Bankers Legal & Advocacy Update

Ben Jackson, IBA Executive Vice President, Government Relations
Carolyn Settanni, IBA Executive Vice President & General Counsel

4:15 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.
Public Policy Insights

Rodney Davis, Former U.S. Congressman; Head Lobbyist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

4:40 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Recognition Ceremony – Milestone Anniversaries

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Closing Networking Reception – Open Bar & Hors d'oeuvres

Additional Details 

Additional Details

Hotel Accommodations

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile
505 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: 312-321-8822
Online Reservations
Deadline: Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CST

Fee Per Person 

IBA Member $345 | Nonmember $495


Questions?

registrar@illinois.bank | 217-789-9340

Sponsors

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Sponsorship opportunities available! Please contact Robin at rlane@illinois.bank.

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