Annual Conference Online Access


Welcome to the 2025 Annual Conference Online Access!

We trust you'll enjoy this event and the opportunity to expand your horizons professionally, strategically, and collaboratively, as we shape the future of banking together.

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Keynote Speakers

THOMAS HOENIG

Senior Fellow, Mercatus Center at George Mason University 
Former Vice Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (2012-2018)

June 23, Opening Keynote

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NAVIGATING TURBULENT WATERS: THE FUTURE OF BANKING IN A CHANGING ECONOMY
The economy and banking system are undergoing significant transformation, driven by the introduction of tariffs and other economic and fiscal policies. These include Congress considering extending tax cuts and increasing spending, which would push the national debt to unprecedented levels. In this uncertain environment, questions arise about how regional and community banks will be impacted, especially as small businesses - key bank customers - may cut back on growth. Meanwhile, the largest banks will play a central role in financing the growing national debt, benefiting from lower capital requirements and greater deposit security. These conditions may also impact community bank deregulation and consolidation. This session will explore these collective, and significant, changes and discuss how the industry may adapt and secure a strong future for community banking.

BONNIE BLAIR

5-Time Olympic Gold Medalist, Coach, & Leadership Speaker

June 25, Closing Keynote

ACHIEVING YOUR PERSONAL BEST
Join Olympic legend Bonnie Blair as she shares her inspiring journey to becoming one of the most decorated Winter Olympians in U.S. history. In this session, Blair will reveal the key principles that led to her extraordinary success: DEDICATION, BALANCE, and RISK-TAKING. Blair’s journey from her early days in Champaign to her training in Milwaukee and ultimately to Olympic glory exemplifies the power of dedication. She’ll discuss how her unwavering commitment to her sport led to consistent improvement and record-breaking performances. The session will also explore the importance of maintaining balance in life, even while pursuing ambitious goals. Blair will share insights on how she managed the pressures of elite competition while staying grounded and focused. From her decision to move to Milwaukee for training to her approach in high-stakes Olympic races, she’ll illustrate how embracing challenges can lead to breakthrough performances whether in sports, business, or personal growth.

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Session Descriptions

EXECUTIVE BRIEFING ON CURRENT ISSUES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Robert M. Fleetwood, Partner, Group Co-Chair; and John M. Geiringer, Partner,
Regulatory Section Leader, Barack Ferrazzano Financial Institutions Group

Every administration brings new perspectives, but it’s hard to overstate the ongoing 
revolution in banking supervision, and how it continues to impact the industry. Couple those changes with economic uncertainty and global instability, and bankers are constantly challenged to stay current and evaluate how these developments could impact their customers and their banks. This session features an executive briefing on current legal and regulatory issues and trends affecting financial institutions. The focus will be on practical suggestions and best practices taken from long-time experience in representing a large and diverse banking practice. At the end of this session, participants should understand the key legal and compliance challenges they are likely to face in the coming year.

ILLINOIS BANKING LEGISLATIVE & LEGAL UPDATE
Ben Jackson, Executive Vice President and Carolyn Settanni Executive
Vice President & General Counsel, Illinois Bankers Association

Join us for an insightful discussion on the latest developments in banking laws and regulations with the IBA’s chief lobbyist, Ben Jackson, and general counsel, Carolyn Settanni. This session will highlight critical topics, such as our battle against the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, the latest new laws from the recently-concluded Illinois legislative session, nonstop federal banking agency shifts, and more. Attendees will gain valuable insights into regulatory changes, compliance challenges, and advocacy efforts shaping the future of banking in Illinois.

Breakout Sessions

COMPENSATION TRENDS IN TODAY’S BANKING ENVIRONMENT
Matt Brei, Blanchard Consulting Group
In this session, Blanchard Consulting Group shares current trends information from their surveys and databases to cover the topic of total compensation for bank directors, executives, officers, and staff. Current “hot topics” within the compensation landscape will be discussed and recent trends will be reviewed. The session will cover such topics as executive compensation, director compensation, cash and equity-based incentives, benefits, and perquisites. Participants will walk away with current knowledge and data surrounding compensation related topics at all levels of community and regional banks.

THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT: ALIGNING PEOPLE, PRODUCTIVITY,
AND PURPOSE FOR LASTING SUCCESS

Brooke Lively, Cathcap

Performance management is a delicate balance of hiring individuals who align with company culture, possess the necessary skills, understand their roles, and consistently deliver results. However, it’s not solely the employee’s responsibility. Effective performance management is a partnership between employer and employee, requiring a balance where staff feel autonomous yet supported, managers can objectively evaluate performance, and goals are both achievable and motivating. Brooke Lively, Founder and President of Cathcap, has combined insights from HR and financial data to develop systems that foster happier, more productive teams across hundreds of companies.

HANDICAPPING YOUR BALANCE SHEET: MAXIMIZE NET INTEREST MARGIN IN 2025
Todd Taylor & Will Craycraft, HUB | Taylor Advisors
Handicapping a balance sheet parallels handicapping a horse race, requiring analysis of diverse data to make informed decisions. In banking, this involves evaluating models, capital reports, and portfolio analyses to optimize risk and reward. Like in racing, favorites don’t always win, emphasizing the importance of refining balance sheet management for long-term success. Top-performing institutions share the goal of balancing profitability with risk in a competitive market. This presentation will utilize peer data to compare your institution’s performance metrics, such as net interest margin and investment yield, against state and national benchmarks. We’ll explore opportunities for improvement and assess your liquidity position relative to competitors. Through interactive polling, participants will gain insights into various balance sheet management approaches, from regulatory compliance to profit optimization, and discuss how these philosophies impact strategies and profitability.

STRATEGIC LOAN GROWTH

Dan Marks, Infusion Marketing Group

As rates decline off a historically fast rise, how far and how fast will rates decline? Where are the best places to develop and deliver quality asset growth? Now more than ever, a commitment to data analytics that drive proven growth strategies is needed. How do we continue to grow loans in dynamic pricing environments with elevated concerns about credit quality? This presentation will answer that question with real, actionable data.

EXAMINING THE INDUSTRY’S PERSISTENT, PERVASIVE, AND POWERFUL PROBLEM

Matthew Reader Forgotson, Performance Trust Capital Partners

Since 1990, 65%+ of FDIC-insured depositories have disappeared. Many of these institutions lost their independence because they accidentally misallocated capital to poor risk/rewards on both sides of the balance sheet. During this session, Matt Forgotson, an award-winning equity research analyst and industry thought leader, will argue that many of these institutions may have been victims of the problem that has long plagued the banking industry, namely a reliance on faulty frameworks and single scenario snapshot metrics. Against this backdrop, the most recent banking crisis and years of constrained NIMs, ROAs, and ROEs that followed in its wake, are simply the most recent manifestation of this persistent, pervasive, and powerful problem. Once the problem is defined, Matt will then propose a remedy: a comprehensive, objective process and framework that empowers managers to make prospective capital allocation decisions with clarity and confidence. Those willing to embrace a more complete analytical view can help protect and potentially even accelerate their missions.

AI 101: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT AI AND BANKING TODAY

Cody Delzer, SBS CyberSecurity
Explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in the banking sector in this cutting-edge session. Learn to demystify AI, distinguishing fact from fiction, and demonstrate why financial institutions should embrace this technology to enhance efficiency and productivity. Delve into various AI types, their associated risks, and compelling use cases specific to banking. Learn about AI’s strategic advantages, potential threats, and effective risk mitigation strategies. Gain insights into AI vendor management and practical steps to implement AI in your organization. This session is essential for forward-thinking financial professionals seeking to harness AI’s power and stay ahead in an evolving industry.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN 2025 AND BEYOND FOR BANK M&A AND BANK
INNOVATION/PAYMENT MATTERS

Jim Morrissey & Mark Svalina, Vedder Price P.C.

This session will explore key developments shaping the banking industry in light of recent administrative changes and regulatory shifts. We will begin by examining emerging trends in bank mergers and acquisitions (M&A), focusing on how the new regulatory environment is influencing deal-making strategies and integration approaches. We will also discuss how banks are tailoring payment services and innovative products to align with evolving regulatory expectations while balancing innovation and compliance. Additionally, we will address confidentiality and privacy challenges associated with bank innovation, including compliance with new open banking rules and related guidance. This session offers actionable insights for navigating the rapidly changing banking landscape of 2025.

PARTNERING WITH FINTECH

Stephanie Jennings, Wipfli LLP

As competition for customers increases and interest rate margins shrink in a rising rate environment, institutions may seek to expand beyond their traditional branch network and reach customers online by partnering with fintech that offer a variety of services. Regulators have issued guidance on managing third party risk when products and services are offered through outside businesses. In addition to consumer compliance risks, these partnerships can present BSA and OFAC risks. In this session we will discuss the various risks that fintech partnerships pose and compliance considerations for managing the relationships.

PAC Events

PAC Events

MONDAY, JUNE 23, 2025 | 11:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
$250 pp for bankers, guests, and PAC sponsoring associate members
$375 for non-PAC sponsoring associate members

REGISTER for PAC Events

PAC GOLF OUTING
Swing for the green at the Illinois Bankers PAC Annual Conference Golf Outing! Tee off on Grand Geneva’s famed Highlands Course, featuring scenic hills, creeks, and Scottish-inspired, links-style play. All skill levels are welcome as we enjoy great camaraderie and raise funds for the Illinois Bankers PAC — all while rolling through glacier-formed terrain that feels like a trip to Scotland.

PAC CULINARY EXPERIENCE

Join us for the 2025 Illinois Bankers PAC Experience with a culinary event befitting of the laidback luxury of Lake Geneva! Attendees will visit Staller Estate Winery for a vineyard tour complete with a wine tasting and curated menu all while relaxing and enjoying the fellowship of great friends and colleagues. Cheers to a perfect afternoon while investing in our industry’s advocacy efforts!

Disclaimer: A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is (or will be) available on the Board’s official website www.elections.il.gov or for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois. All contributions to Illinois Bankers PAC are voluntary. You may refuse to contribute without reprisal. Contributions to Illinois Bankers PAC are not tax deductible.

Resources

Resources

CPE Statement of Attendance form

Exhibitors

Exhibitors

Rest & Relaxation Lounge - tables 38-40
Sponsored by BOK Financial Institutions Group

BOK Financial Securities, a registered broker/dealer in all 50 states and the full-service brokerage subsidiary of BOK Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: BOKF), consists of two separate divisions: BOK Financial Advisors and BOK Financial Securities.

All Covered, IT Services from Konica Minolta - table 31

All Covered is a trusted IT services provider for financial institutions, offering advanced solutions to enhance customer relationships from acquisition through retention and growth. Our certified security and compliance experts leverage extensive experience in banking and IT security to ensure regulatory compliance and implement robust protections against cyber threats. We partner with financial institutions of all sizes, blending global digital transformation expertise with local market knowledge. By addressing the unique needs of each organization, we help fortify defenses, safeguard data, and drive digital maturity, ensuring your business stays secure and competitive.

Apiture - table 29

Hunter Vandergriff
apiture.com

Email Hunter

Apiture delivers award-winning digital banking solutions to banks throughout the U.S. Our flexible, highly configurable solutions meet a wide range of financial institutions’ needs, from leveling the playing field with larger institutions to supporting growth through innovative data intelligence and embedded banking strategies. With our API-first approach, our clients can maximize the capabilities of their platform while preserving a seamless user experience. Our exclusive focus on digital banking, and a team with hundreds of years of collective experience working at U.S. financial institutions, means we’re dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients while providing a level of support that’s unmatched in the industry. Apiture is headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, with offices in Austin, Texas. To learn more, visit www.apiture.com.

Baker Hill - table 18

Baker Hill, a trusted advisor to financial institutions, provides loan origination, relationship management and business intelligence/predictive modeling solutions to help banks generate growth, increase profitability, mitigate risk and strengthen customer relationships.

Banc Card of America, Inc. - table 24

Banc Card is an all-in-one business solution for community banks working with more than 700 community banks in 26 states. We offer local face-to-face service to their bank partners and customers when it comes to an all-in-one fintech and payment processing solution.

BancMac - Community Banc Mortgage Corp - table 2

Banc Card is an all-in-one business solution for community banks working with more than 700 community banks in 26 states. We offer local face-to-face service to their bank partners and customers when it comes to an all-in-one fintech and payment processing solution.

Bankers' Bank - table 45

Founded in 1981, Bankers' Bank is the Midwest's leading provider of banking services to community banks, with offices in the Madison, Chicago, Des Moines, and Indianapolis areas serving the four-state region and beyond. As an independent source of non-competing financial services, the Bank serves a market of over 700 financial institutions. The Bank does not serve the public, so it never competes with client banks for business.

Banzai Inc. - table 6

Banzai is an education platform with a focus on financial literacy. We serve communities by providing unparalleled financial literacy education to schools, and we serve our partners by providing access to invaluable marketing insights and meaningful CRA opportunities.

BHG Financial - table 13

Since 2001, BHG Financial has originated more than $19 billion in loan solutions to top-quality borrowers, which community banks can purchase via the BHG Loan Hub. To date, over 1,600 bank partners have trusted in this program as a proven source of interest income and diversification for their bank.

Blanchard Consulting Group - table 41

Blanchard Consulting Group is a national compensation consulting company. Our mission is to deliver independent compensation guidance to Community Banks to help them attract, motivate and retain their key employees and directors. With an exclusive focus on the banking marketplace since 2000, our lead consultants have a unique industry perspective and expertise to offer our clients.

Charles Vincent George Architects 
- table 14

Charles Vincent George Architects is an award-winning commercial & residential architectural design and planning firm. Founded in 1962, the firm has extensive experience leading financial institutions through the planning, design, and construction processes. Services include satellite and branch facility design, ATM & kiosk installations, and re-branding and merchandising services.

Chippewa Valley Bank - table 43

Bank Stock Lending

Comptroller of the Currency - table 16

Ryan Portell
occ.gov

Email Ryan

To ensure that national banks and federal savings associations operate in a safe and sound manner, provide fair access to financial services, treat customers fairly, and comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Computershare Communications Services
- table 17

Computershare Communication Services partners with clients to transform and distribute transactional customer communications. We help deliver a superior customer experience by improving communications to effectively communicate with customers, add value to the customer journey, and shift user behavior to align with business goals. We’ve partnered with hundreds of clients in the financial services industry for over 30 years, enhancing communications to create deeper relationships with their customers.

CSI (Computer Services, Inc.) - table 28

Computershare Communication Services partners with clients to transform and distribute transactional customer communications. We help deliver a superior customer experience by improving communications to effectively communicate with customers, add value to the customer journey, and shift user behavior to align with business goals. We’ve partnered with hundreds of clients in the financial services industry for over 30 years, enhancing communications to create deeper relationships with their customers.

DBE - Data Business Equipment, Inc. 
- table 42

DBE, a family-owned company rooted in exceptional service, has been bringing transforming solutions to the market since 1968. DBE supports our clients through differentiating products and services to improve their position in the market. From thoughtful solution consultation, to implementation, service and ongoing support, everything DBE does is designed to drive the best possible experience and outcomes for our clients.

Edge One - table 49

Edge One is a leading provider of self-service and assisted self-service solutions (ATM, ITMs and TCRs) in IL, WI, MN, MI and OH. Edge One promotes a highly integrated and holistic “operations first” approach that includes sales, first line and second line service, transaction processing, compliance assistance and managed portfolio services. This approach, empowered by our highly experienced and capable associates, delivers quality, simplicity and value.

Empyrean Solutions - table 55

Empyrean's software allows financial institutions to take control of their balance sheet management, scenario planning, and risk/performance analysis in a single integrated software platform. The company offers a host of modules, including asset and liability management, liquidity stress testing, deposit analytics, budgeting, and profitability. Empyrean works with over 600 financial institutions ranging from under $100 million to over $200 billion in assets.

EPCOR - table 32

EPCOR is a not-for-profit payments association providing payments expertise through education, advice and member representation. EPCOR assists financial institutions and affiliated organizations in maintaining compliance, reducing risk and enhancing the overall operational efficiency of the payment systems. Through our affiliation with industry partners and other associations, EPCOR fosters and promotes improvement of the payments systems which are in the best interest of our members.

Evolv - table 34

Committed to Growing Your Merchant Program. For over 26 years, Evolv has been an industry leader in partnering with banks in building their Merchant Program and increasing their non-interest income. We take a fiduciary approach with the bank’s customers, to put them in a more efficient and cost-effective solution, while helping them increase their sales and mitigate risk. Evolv offers a complete menu of payment processing and digital marketing solutions to businesses of every size and type. Evolv’s Merchant Solutions include: Buyer’s Choice (eliminate up to 90% of credit card fees)
Non-cash charges, including convenience fees
Gift card and loyalty programs
Debt repayment solutions
Specialized, industry-specific POS systems
Contactless smart terminals
E-Invoicing, ACH, and online billing
Fully integrated with Quickbooks & Quickbooks Online
Ecommerce shopping carts
Website development
Social media and reputation management
Paid online advertising
Search engine optimization
Text message marketing

Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago 
- table 9

Sharon Gorrell
fhlbc.com

Email Sharon

The mission of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago is to partner with our members in Illinois and Wisconsin to provide them competitively priced funding, a reasonable return on their investment in the Bank, and support for community investment activities.

We are one of 11 Federal Home Loan Banks chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932 to promote homeownership. Our members include banks, thrifts, credit unions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions throughout our district.

Finovifi - table 46

At Finovifi, we empower community financial institutions with cutting-edge technology to fight fraud, streamline compliance, and enhance core processing operations. Our AI-driven solutions are tailored to meet the unique needs of banks, offering advanced tools to safeguard your institution and clients in an increasingly digital world. For more information, visit finovifi.com.

FIS Global - table 15

Michelle Sutherland
fisglobal.com

Email Michelle

For more than 50 years, leading financial institutions and businesses have relied on FIS financial technology to power their mission-critical operations. Today, our technology helps our clients unlock new growth opportunities by cutting through complexity and bringing harmony in how they store, move, and put money to work.

Floodplain Consultants, Inc. - table 37

The Premier Flood Zone Certification Provider in the U.S. Your work team and customers deserve the best! Floodplain Consultants (FCI), a flood zone certification provider serving lenders for over 30 years, provides industry leading customer care and accuracy. Since a flood certification is required on most loans, why not partner with FCI and free up staff time to do other meaningful tasks, increase customer satisfaction, reduce the risk of costly compliance problems, and help improve your bottom line? Contact Craig Callahan to set up a FREE TRIAL of their highly sought after services.

Haberfeld - table 12

Mitchell Scheuler
haberfeld.com

Email Mitchell

Haberfeld works with banks in Illinois and nationwide to significantly grow primary banking relationships, resulting in additional low-cost deposits, recurring non-interest income, and loan volume. Partners add 2x more checking openings through a complete strategy that aligns frontline execution with data-driven marketing. Clients gain more ROA/ROE compared to peers, have lower cost of funds, and better manage margin compression.

HC3 - table 19

Our key solutions are document design, digital delivery, and print delivery. From our primary solutions, we offer additional services that enable you to further enhance your customer statement experience. We design customer communications, like bank statements, that both reinforce your brand identity and communicate key financial data. We help Financial Institutions create statement efficiencies that align with their unique needs - reducing costs and saving time with a smarter approach to statement processing. With HC3, you gain a strategic partner committed to your success.

HUB – Taylor Advisors - table 5

Taylor Advisors, Inc. is a balance sheet management-consulting firm and an SEC-registered investment advisor servicing financial institutions. We are not a brokerage firm but a team of investment analysts and balance sheet consultants to bank executives. We work with senior officers, ALCO members, and board members to provide advice, strategies, and education in the areas of investment, liquidity, asset/liability, and risk management.

Implemify - table 21

Implemify is an IT strategy consulting firm specializing in digital transformation, workflow automation, and CRM services. Our goal is to streamline business operations through no-code and low-code solutions, enabling companies to enhance efficiency and productivity. Implemify offers a variety of services, such as IT managed services, strategic consulting, and IT staff augmentation. A key focus is helping businesses adopt digital technologies, leveraging platforms like Salesforce and Creatio, a no-code solution that allows organizations to build custom workflows and applications without needing extensive technical expertise. This partnership enables clients to maximize the flexibility and functionality of their business systems, fostering innovation and growth. Implemify primarily serves small and midmarket businesses but also caters to larger enterprises, providing tailored solutions to meet diverse business needs.

Integra Loan Tech - table 22

Integra Software Systems is a Lending Platform Provider providing loan automation for community banks since 1996. Gone are the days of needing separate software for each type of lending. The Integra 3-in-1 platform “Epic”, covers the lending process from A-Z for Mortgage, Consumer, and Commercial loans on one, single platform. Epic also provides you a tailored, borrower Point of Sale (POS) for all loan types on your institution website.

Intra-Fi Network - table 2953

Promontory Interfinancial Network is now IntraFi Network. Having built the largest bank network of its kind, we’re a trusted ally to community banks that never competes with banks for their customers and that helps them to attract and maintain valuable customer relationships, grow reciprocal deposits, manage liquidity and generate fee income, diversify funding, and reduce collateralization. Work with the market leader to grow profitability and increase franchise value.

IntraFi Network’s innovative balance-sheet management solution — known ICS, CDARS and IntraFi Funding — empowers institutions to increase profitability, grow franchise value, manage liquidity more easily, and serve customers better. To learn more, visit IntraFi.com.

Ironwood - table 23

Team Ironwood: Modern Solutions Timeless Values. Ironwood is a national merchant services provider specializing in agent and referral partnerships for regional and community banks. We’re excited to connect with the Illinois banking community and explore how we can help you grow your business and commercial banking efforts while removing common barriers in merchant services programs. Our priority is building long-lasting partnerships driven by our core values—integrity, transparency, and teamwork.

Jack Henry - table 11

Jack Henry™ is a well-rounded financial technology company that strengthens the connections between people and their financial institutions through technology and services that reduce the barriers to financial health – with the purpose of empowering people and communities to gain the financial freedom to move forward. Visit jackhenry.com to learn more.

Locknet Managed IT - table 33

Locknet Managed IT, an EO Johnson company, is a premier managed security service provider (MSSP) in the nation. With a robust presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa, Locknet has been safeguarding clients’ networks and advancing their technological goals for over 30 years. Offering a comprehensive suite of services, including technology assessments, firewall management, private-cloud backup, and more, Locknet ensures the highest level of security and trust. Audited to UCS/SOC 2 Type II standards and examined by the FFIEC, Locknet provides peace of mind and the highest level of trust. Learn more at https://www.locknetmanagedit.c....

MeridianLink - table 10

MeridianLink® (NYSE: MLNK) empowers financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies to drive efficient growth. MeridianLink’s cloud-based digital lending, account opening, background screening, and data verification solutions leverage shared intelligence from a unified data platform, MeridianLink® One, to enable customers of all sizes to identify growth opportunities, effectively scale up, and support compliance efforts, all while powering an enhanced experience for staff and consumers alike. For more than 25 years, MeridianLink has prioritized the democratization of lending for consumers, businesses, and communities. Learn more at www.meridianlink.com.

Midwest Independent BankersBank 
- table 8

Midwest Independent BankersBank provides a wide array of correspondent banking and audit services to financial institutions throughout the Midwest.

Midwestern Securities Trading Company 
- table 50

Grow & Protect with Midwestern Securities Whether you have a thriving investment services division and are looking for a true partner to help you take it to the next level of success or you are just starting on your journey to building new streams of non-interest income, we have a solution for you. We work with forward-thinking, community-minded banks and credit unions who desire a broker/dealer who can provide executive leadership and superior sales coaching to their financial advisors. Our size and exclusivity allow us to provide personalized, focused attention and support to our partners. We are invested in their success and dedicated to helping them grow if they are willing to match our effort and expectations. We are on a mission to make sure our partners grow their investment services division and diversify their revenue in a compliant fashion so they can still be here in a generation. Member FINRA/SIPC.

MPA Systems Inc. - table 20

MPA Systems, Inc, a trusted name in the financial industry for more than 60 years, provides modular bank buildings for institutions across the United States. MPA offers enrollment in our Disaster Recovery Program, which in the event of a declared disaster, guarantees delivery of a fully equipped ready-to-use modular unit, free of charge for a period of up to three months for a low annual fee. MPA’s modular units are available for lease or purchase with the combined ease of portability and the integrity of a permanent structure. These buildings are often used by financial institutions for new charters or branch expansions, during remodeling of an existing location, and for permanent facilities.

Northland Securities - table 47

Northland Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, Registered with SEC/MSRB, is a full-service B/D, offering investment and financial services for financial institutions, government entities, non-profit organizations, and individual investors. Northland is a leading underwriter of tax-exempt bonds and bank-qualified securities in the Midwest.

Oculus Software - table 4

Oculus Software's BNControl was developed by bankers for bankers to leverage core data and create efficiencies throughout your bank. The platform provides timely access to key data to manage your financial institution across all lines of business, including Reporting, Financials, Intranet, Forms/Workflows, Compliance, BSA, Relationship Banking, Referral Tracking, Bank Checks, Wires, and more.

OnBoard - table 26

Oculus Software's BNControl was developed by bankers for bankers to leverage core data and create efficiencies throughout your bank. The platform provides timely access to key data to manage your financial institution across all lines of business, including Reporting, Financials, Intranet, Forms/Workflows, Compliance, BSA, Relationship Banking, Referral Tracking, Bank Checks, Wires, and more.

PTMA Funding - table 25

PTMA Funding (PTMA) is a leader in providing institutional funding options. One call gains access to our large sources of political subdivision depositors (12,000+ public entities). PTMA works in tandem with your senior management to understand funding needs and identify diversified solutions and can deploy a variety of deposit options. Through PTMA, financial institutions have been able to diversify and manage their liquidity needs with greater flexibility by utilizing tailored funding solutions. PTMA is more than just a depositor; we are your partner.

S&P Global Market Intelligence - table 7

OCCH, a nonprofit corporation, provides CRA Qualified tax advantaged investments to large and small banks alike. To date OCCH has invested over $4.25B in over 46,500 affordable housing units across Ohio. An investment in an OCCH sponsored equity fund meets the Investment Test under CRA while providing investors with a market rate of return through the purchase of low income housing tax credits.

SBS CyberSecurity - table 36

Your Cybersecurity Partner: SBS CyberSecurity helps business leaders identify and understand cybersecurity risks to make more informed and proactive business decisions. Since 2004, SBS has been dedicated to assisting organizations with implementing valuable risk management programs and mitigating cybersecurity risks. SBS provides turnkey offerings tailored to each client’s needs, including: TRAC Cybersecurity Risk Management Software
Tiered vCISO partnerships
Vendor Management as a Service (VMaaS)
Microsoft 365 Audit
Network Security, Consulting, and Audit Services
Cybersecurity Certifications and Webinars
Free monthly Hacker Hour webinar series

SomerCor - table 3

SomerCor is a nonprofit, SBA Certified Development Company that specializes SBA 504 loan origination and servicing. We partner with lending institutions to serve the capital needs of businesses throughout Illinois. Our team works with a shared and compelling mission to grow businesses, create jobs, and increase impactful investment in every community.

StrategyCorps - table 48

SomerCor is a nonprofit, SBA Certified Development Company that specializes SBA 504 loan origination and servicing. We partner with lending institutions to serve the capital needs of businesses throughout Illinois. Our team works with a shared and compelling mission to grow businesses, create jobs, and increase impactful investment in every community.

The Redmond Company - table 27

The Redmond Company, your premier design/build partner, has completed 800+ financial institution projects. Experts in Prescriptive Consumer Analytics, Market Analysis, Trade Area Analysis, Branch Deployment Studies, Site Identification and Acquisition, Brand Integration, Architecture and Construction. Redmond uses advanced analytics to identify your optimal market, trade area, area of influence and site, using “The Science of Where” and Prescriptive Consumer Analytics. Ultimately, increasing the potential profitability and ROI of your facility by selecting the best and most profitable location. Let our award-winning team help you increase the potential profitability of your facilities, improve employee productivity and enhance consumer experiences.

Titan Armored - table 54

Titan specializes in armored car cash replenishment to ATMs, ITMs, TCRs, and branch cash delivery services. We take the added step to ensure that our skilled employees are cross-trained to fully understand the equipment because our mission is to provide service and security.

UFS Tech - table 35

Jennifer Bennett
ufstech.com

Email Jennifer

Empowering Community Banks and Our People to Thrive – Together! UFS, a proud Preferred Vendor of the IBA, is a bank technology outfitter with a simple promise to make technology work for community banks so they can focus on banking. Partnering only with community banks, regulated like a bank, and heavily staffed with former bankers, UFS is accountable for providing purpose-built technology solutions that empower banks to thrive and achieve their own unique goals. Founded in 1991, UFS has been improving efficiency and regulatory compliance, while delivering innovative technology services and solutions.
Managed IT Services
Cybersecurity as a Service
IT Regulatory Compliance
Regulated Cloud Hosting
Advisory Services
Infrastructure as a Service
Core Banking
Digital Banking
...and more!

UMB Bank, n.a. - table 30

Nicholas Meletio
umb.com

Email Nicholas

We are more than a company. We are advisors, consultants, problem solvers, friends, community members, and we are here to help you make the best of every moment with a financial foundation that can help you succeed.

Vikar Technologies - table 52

Vikar provides automated end-to-end software solutions to community banks. Their account opening and loan origination solutions enable seamless collaboration among various stakeholders such as customers, lenders, branch managers, underwriters, KYC teams, and operations teams. This is achieved through a unified interface that supports interactions across different banking services, including loans, deposits, treasury, and wealth management. Their solutions are designed with an integrated, comprehensive perspective on a bank’s operations and connects seamlessly with core banking systems. It supports all major banking business lines—retail, commercial, and wealth management—and can be utilized in multiple service formats, such as self-service, joint service, and full-service models. This versatility helps banks enhance productivity and improve the client experience while maintaining a holistic approach to financial services.

Wolf & Company, P.C. - table 44

Stephanie Mazzone
wolfandco.com

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Wolf & Company is a national CPA and business consulting firm with a regional feel, providing assurance, tax, risk management, and business consulting services to nearly 400 institutions across the United States. With over a century of experience working with financial institutions, we pride ourselves on personalized client service and unparalleled guidance that includes direct involvement from our senior management combined with responsive service from our multi-disciplinary team. Our diverse clients represent financial institutions ranging from de novo community banks to large national institutions facing unprecedented regulatory scrutiny. Through our collaborative service strategy, we understand our clients’ challenges and opportunities, and work with them to achieve their business goals while navigating potential obstacles. A complete description of our firm is provided through our web page at www.wolfandco.com.

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Wysh’s innovative deposit solution, Life Benefit, revolutionizes and invigorates traditional banking. Life Benefit helps Financial Institutions grow, retain, and differentiate their offering by seamlessly embedding micro-life insurance onto a deposit account. Worth 1-10% of the consumer’s account balance, Life Benefit encourages consumers to plan for their financial future, while enhancing brand loyalty and strengthening FI’s balance sheet. Life Benefit has been recognized as one of the most inclusive life insurance options on the market.

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