The IBA is excited to announce a new format and schedule for our annual regional meetings, which are designed to enhance grassroots communication between bankers and state legislators. First, we’re moving this year's series of meetings from summer to early to mid-November. You’ll also find different programming than we’ve had in the past. We have invited Department of Financial Institutions Director Tom Fite to speak on the state of banking and invited a region-based economic development expert to provide insightful updates. After that will be one of the most popular parts of our previous regional meetings: a complimentary lunch side-by-side with state legislators, offering invaluable networking and opportunities.
Moving forward, legislators will be invited to join us for the entirety of the meeting, beginning at 11:00 AM (local time). As you are aware, the purpose of these meetings and the accompanying lunch remains to foster networking and dialogue between bankers and members of the Indiana General Assembly. Each regional meeting is an ideal setting to establish or strengthen relationships with your legislators and discuss key industry issues.
The success of these meetings hinges on strong banker participation. If you cannot attend, please consider sending representatives from your bank. Additionally, please remember that attendance by you or one of your employees will count toward your bank's grassroots portion of the Five Star Member goal.
To register for an upcoming regional meeting, click below on the meeting you are interested in attending. If you have questions, please contact Maria Dowers at 317-333-7148 or by email at mdowers@indiana.bank. We look Forward to seeing you soon!