06/03/2026
Banking conferences can be a significant investment of time and money. The question is: are you getting the full value from the experience?
Too often, attendees show up, sit through sessions, collect a few business cards, and head home without a clear plan for turning ideas into action.
Recently, I joined Jack Hubbard on the Future Tech Banker podcast at the Indiana Bankers Association MEGA Conference to discuss a simple framework for maximizing the value of any conference experience.
✅ Before you go: Set goals, plan your networking, and identify key takeaways you're looking for.
✅ While you're there: Be intentional about conversations, content, and capturing ideas.
✅ After you leave: Turn insights into action, follow up with new connections, and share what you've learned with your team.
Whether you're attending a state banking conference, a national event, or even a conference outside of banking, this approach can help you bring back far more value to your organization.
Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/getting-the-most-out-of-your-next-banking-conference
