Hoosier Banker 17 Christina M. Bennett, CMP Vice President- Meetings & Events Indiana Bankers Association cbennett@indianabankers.org @cbennettin ARTICLE SPOTLIGHT MAXI VIDEO BONUS Amplify 2018 IBA Mega Conference With a theme of “Amplify,” the 2018 Indiana Bankers Association Mega Conference brought to light new strategies for amplifying performance, efficiencies and market share. More than 1,250 attendees joined us at the 27th annual Mega to convene, connect and gain insights into amplifying personal and company-wide success. Mega events began with a golf outing on Tuesday, May 1, at the beautiful Broadmoor Country Club. The weather was ideal, providing plenty of sunshine and clear skies. Congratulations to the winning golf team, with a score of 60 (12 under par): Marvin Veatch and Jeff Nolting, Jackson County Bank, Seymour; Tim Holt, Profit Resources Inc.; and John Tanselle, SmithAmundsen LLC. Also, thank you to the dedicated members of the IBA Future Leadership Division, who added spirit to the outing by selling mulligans in support of Indiana BANKPAC. On Wednesday, May 2, Mega attendees assembled at the Indiana Convention Center for the first day of educational sessions. Concurrent sessions addressed the topics of Risk Management, Directors, Operations & Technology, Human Resources, Sales & Customer Service, and Trust. Our lunchtime speaker was the always-popular Lee Wetherington of ProfitStars. A guru in the world of bank technology, Lee guided the audience through “future techs with nearterm impacts.” On the same day, the IBA presented Five Star and Diamond Associate awards in recognition of member banks and service providers that have engaged with the Association at a high level. Congratulations to all honorees, and thank you for your strong support of the IBA. Following Mega tradition, the first day of educational sessions capped off with the annual Mega Celebration, an opportunity for bankers to mix and mingle with each other and service providers in the Exhibition Hall. Also on Wednesday evening, the Future Leadership Division hosted a reception at Yard House for its growing membership and potential new members. Thursday morning, May 3, Mega participants gathered again in the Convention Center for the final day of Mega. Concurrent sessions covered Business Lending, Financial Management, Retail Banking, Marketing, Compliance and Strategic Thinking. Following the morning sessions, guests gathered for a luncheon featuring keynote speaker Pete Smith, author of Dare to Matter. Pete’s people-focused presentation inspired attendees to take ownership of shaping their futures. Additionally at the luncheon, Maxi Awards were presented to IBA-member banks, highlighting their innovative advertising and marketing campaigns. Click on the video link below in HB Digital to view the awards video that was presented at Mega. This year, to add variety to the schedule, we followed up the luncheon with a buffet dessert session, presented in the Exhibit Hall. Guests had the chance to continue their networking with service providers and fellow bankers, while selecting from an array of delectable desserts. Also new to the schedule, we closed out the final day of Mega with “deep dive sessions.” These concluding sessions gave attendees a chance to wrap up their Mega experience with an in-depth look at one of six concurrent topics. Mega 2018 was a success, thanks to the planners, sponsors, trade show exhibitors, speakers, attendees and others who made this event possible. Please plan to join us next year at the Indiana Convention Center for the 2019 IBA Mega Conference, scheduled for May 13-15. HB To view a video showcasing 2018 MAXI Award winners, click on the camera icon in HB Digital, or go to: vimeo.com/indianabankers
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