116th Annual The 116th Annual UBA Convention returned to the beautiful Sun Valley Resort on June 23-26, 2024. The setting was picturesque, the weather was idyllic and the turnout was outstanding, with more than 400 bankers, guests and business partners gathering to reconnect with friends, collaborate with colleagues and enjoy time with family. The event kicked off with registration in the Exhibit Hall on Sunday afternoon, as bankers and their families visited more than 45 exhibitors — including many familiar faces while also welcoming some new ones to the event. As always, there were plenty of games, swag, candy and smiles all around. Nonverbal Communications Expert Linda Clemons® led off the Monday Business Session, providing insights into the nonverbal cues we all use and signs we should look for in others. With her funny and engaging style, everyone was on the edge of their seat. Derek White from Galileo Financial Technologies discussed transformation beyond the glass and how interactions will be the currency of the future. Geoff Gray and Howard Headlee capped off the morning by looking ahead to November’s election, with predictions for the White House and Congressional races and how any shift in power will affect the banking industry. Attendees enjoyed lunch on the Lodge Terrace — which featured wonderful prize giveaways from event exhibitors — before dispersing to breakout sessions on topics like FHLBank, employee engagement and motivation, industry hot topics with the UDFI and real-time payments. Later that afternoon, nearly 600 participants packed the Inn’s Limelight Ballroom for the UBA’s “world famous” bingo game, competing for awesome prizes like hoverboards, Legos, wireless speakers, theater gift cards and many others. RECAP UBA CONVENTION BY BRIAN COMSTOCK Director of Communications & Marketing, UBA Continued on page 8 Utah Banker 6
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