2026 Banking on Women Conference

Date:

Nov 4, 2026 to Nov 5, 2026

Location:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport
6089 Clarks Creek Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168

The Banking on Women Conference is your opportunity to unlock your potential, build confidence, and chart a course to own your future!

This conference, where women take the lead, supports professional development and leadership in your bank while also promoting the importance of building relationships and inspiring women to reach their career goals and aspirations. Our powerhouse speakers will help you strengthen your decision-making and negotiation skills and teach you how to apply these insights to benefit your future and your financial institution’s future.

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Agenda

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 am Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:30 am General Sessions Begin
12:15 pm Lunch
1:45 pm General Sessions Resume
3:00 pm Roundtable Discussions
4:30 p.m. General Session Resume
5:30 pm Networking Reception
6:30 pm Dinner and Entertainment provided by StoweGood

Thursday, November 5, 2026

7:00 am Full Breakfast Buffett
8:30 am Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:45 am General Sessions Begin
11:30 am Woman of the Year & Woman on the Rise Award Presentations
12:00 pm Closing Remarks & Grand Prize Giveaway
Topics

Stop Balancing. Start Building Your Life of And
Tiffany Sauder, Founder
Life of And
Former CEO, Element Three

Economic Update 
Lauren Henderson, Sr. Economist, Director
Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc.

Your Resilience ROI-Why You’re Worth the Investment
April Lewis, President & CEO
A. Lewis Academy, Inc.

Own Your Story
Nicole Pence Becker, Owner & Operator
Pence Media Group
Award-Winning Public Relations, Branding, and Marketing Expert

The Passion Piece: Today We Create an Encyclopedia of You
Cindy Skalicky, Founder & CEO
On Point Communications LLC

Own Your 50: Leading Yourself Through Challenging Times
Amy Woodall, Leadership Expert, Executive Coach, and Founder
Conscious Habit

Additional Information

Who Should Attend:
The Banking on Women Conference welcomes members of any financial institution or financial services provider who want to advance and support women's careers in Indiana.

Dress Code: 
"Express Yourself!" This is not a traditional dress code — it’s an invitation to celebrate who you are.

“Express Yourself”encourages you to wear something that reflects your personality, your values, and your creativity. Think of your outfit as an extension of your voice — something that makes you feel confident, seen, and fully yourself.

Whether your style is bold and vibrant or classic with a twist, this is your moment to show up as you are.

Fees
MEMBER Registration Fees *Thru Oct 14 After Oct 14
Full Conference Registration $375 $395
One-Day Registrant $320 $350

Fees listed are for members. Nonmembers pay a 100% surcharge on registration fees. *Nonmembers are not eligible for early bird pricing.

Special pricing for groups of 10 or more is available by contacting Laurie Rees at Lrees@indiana.bank

Sponsorship Opportunities - Sponsorship Brochure

  • Platinum Sponsor - $12,500
  • Diamond Sponsor - $10,000
  • Emerald Sponsor - $5,000
  • Ruby Sponsor - $2,500
  • Sapphire Sponsor - $1,000

For more details on sponsoring the Banking on Women Conference, please contact Laurie Rees at Lrees@indiana.bank.

location

The Banking on Women Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport, 6089 Clarks Creek Road, Plainfield, IN 46168.

Hotel Reservations & Rates
Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations. Hotel accommodations are not included in the registration fee. To make your reservation, contact Hilton reservations at 1(317) 839-1106 and mention the Banking on Women Conference 2026. Or you can book using the link below.

Booking Link: Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport

The reservation cut-off date is October 16, 2026. We will accept reservations received after the cut-off date based on space and rate availability.

Association Contact

For questions or more information, please contact Laurie Rees or Melissa Higdon at (317) 387-9380.

Image Use Policy
Registration in IBA events constitutes an agreement to the IBA’s use and distribution of the attendee’s image or voice. Details at: https://indiana.bank/policy.

Special Accommodations
The IBA is committed to providing the best education in the best facility possible. To that end, we strive to accommodate any special needs bankers may have while attending our programs. If you need special accommodations or have dietary restrictions, please indicate them on your registration form.

Cancellation Policy

Registrations canceled in writing on or before October 16, 2026, will receive a refund.