GREATER COLUMBUS CONVENTION CENTER THE FUTURE OF FINANCE THE FUTURE OF
DECEMBER 1-3, 2025
DECEMBER 1-3, 2025
GREATER COLUMBUS CONVENTION CENTER
THE OHIO BANKING
INDUSTRY’S PREMIER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & NETWORKING EVENT
Join industry leaders at this third annual event featuring eight learning tracks and networking opportunities, as well as the OBL Annual Business Meeting and OBL BankServices Expo. Plus! The OBL will present the 2025 OBL Industry Awards in categories such as Bank of the Year, Banker of the Year, Next Generation Leadership Award, Exceptional Woman in Banking Award and others – including the first presentation of the OBL Five Pillar Awards!
REGISTER YOURSELF AND YOUR TEAM TODAY ! NOMINATE A BANK OR BANKER FOR A PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY AWARD.
REGISTER YOURSELF AND YOUR TEAM TODAY! NOMINATE A BANK OR BANKER FOR A PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY AWARD. QUESTIONS? QUESTIONS?
THE FUTURE IS COMING! ARE YOU PREPARED?
The OBL Main Event is THE place for industry leaders to learn, network and share among peers and with valued service providers. This year’s program marks the third annual event of its kind. Please join us as we prepare the Ohio banking industry for The Future of Finance as we look at and tackle the ever-changing trends and challenges swirling around us.
In addition to two informative and entertaining general sessions, we are also excited to feature eight learning tracks for you and others at your bank to help you prepare for and win the long game. Compliance & Risk Management; Executive; Finance; HR/Employee Development; Legal; Lending; Marketing; and Operations & Retail.
We once again have a full event registration option that includes Executive Roundtables, Networking Receptions, a full day of learning plus the OBL Annual Business Meeting and BankPac Silent Auction among other agenda highlights. We need and thank you for your continued support and appreciate the investment of your time and dollars to join us for the full program.
Due to banker feedback, we are offering a one-day Learning Track registration fee for those team members who plan to attend the Learning Track program only on December 2.
Of course, we are also looking forward to announcing the 2025 OBL Industry Awards –including the OBL Pillar Awards which will be presented for the first time! Check out the QR code on the front cover to learn more or get in touch with Audra Johnson at ajohnson@ohiobankersleague.com to learn where your bank currently stands across the five pillars of the OBL.
Join us as we celebrate 2025 – elect officers for 2026 – and look to the future of finance. The future is coming … and we look forward to seeing you there!
Michael J. Adelman President & CEO, Ohio Bankers League
Who Should Attend:
The Main Event is designed for leaders across all areas of the institution – including executives, lending, human resources, retail, marketing, finance, compliance, operations, risk, technology and legal.
THANK YOU
MAIN EVENT SPONSORS
OBL BANKSERVICES EXPO
The OBL BankServices Expo features 40+ top OBL service providers. Attendees can visit partners to learn more, and play an Expo game to win valuable prizes!
EXHIBITORS
Check the OBL website for a complete listing of participating exhibitors.
AGENDA AT-A-GLANCE
MONDAY, DECEMBER 1
2:30 - 4:30 PM Executive Roundtables
Join in peer conversations with executives from like-sized institutions. Topics based on banker feedback and led by OBL executives.
2:30 - 4:30 PM Lessons in Leadership
Joe Micallef, Sales Strategist & Coach, Grow Up Sales
Find Clarity, Confidence, Consistency and Culture in the midst of today’s changing economic conditions.
5:00 – 6:30 PM Welcome Reception
Join us! The time is now to kick things off with a Welcome Reception at the 2025 OBL Main Event!
6:30 PM Dine-Arounds or Dinner on Your Own
Sign up for a dine-around at the Registration area or enjoy dinner on your own at one of dozens of eateries in the Short North area of Columbus.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2
8:00 - 9:00 AM OBL BankServices Expo
Visit with more than 40 OBL service providers, play an Expo game and win valuable prizes!
9:00 - 10:15 AM Welcome & General Session
Allison Cerra, Chief Marketing Officer, Alkami The Five Trends for The Future of Finance
10:15 - 11:00 AM OBL BankServices Expo
Visit with more than 40 OBL service providers, play an Expo game and win valuable prizes!
11:00 - 11:45 AM 1st Down: Learning Tracks
Watch for complete details coming soon!
11:45 AM - 1:30 PM Lunch & OBL Industry Awards Ceremony Celebrate 2025 as we present Industry Awards!
1:30 - 2:00 PM OBL BankServices Expo
Visit with more than 40 OBL service providers, play an Expo game and win valuable prizes!
2:00 - 2:45 PM 2nd Down: Learning Tracks
Watch for complete details coming soon!
2:45 - 3:00 PM Break
3:00 - 3:45 PM 3rd Down: Learning Tracks Watch for complete details coming soon!
3:45 - 4:00 PM Break
4:00 - 4:45 AM 4th Down: Learning Tracks Watch for complete details coming soon!
5:30 - 7:00 PM Dinner on Your Own
7:30 -10:00 PM Cornhole, OBL BankPac Silent Auction & Desserts Reception
Enjoy this casual gathering at this late-night event, featuring cornhole and down time with program attendees. Plus! Join us for opportunity to contribute to Ohio BankPac while giving it your best shot to win! Prizes awarded to the highest bidder while everyone wins by participating.
LEGAL TRACK
1 Down: 10:30 – 11:30 AM st 2 Down: 1:45 – 2:45 PM nd 3 Down: 2:55 – 3:55 PM rd 4 Down: 4:05 – 5 PM th
Please note the 60-minute Legal Track sessions vary slightly, however they allow for Legal Track attendees to fully participate in the General Session and meals.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3
8:00 - 9:00 AM Hot Breakfast Buffet & Prizes in the OBL BankServices Expo
9:00 - 9:30 AM Rapid Fire Presentations
9:30 – 10:15 AM OBL Annual Business Meeting
10:15 - 11:15 AM Closing Keynote
Yogi Roth, Big Ten Network College Football Analyst, Filmmaker, Author, and Keynote Speaker Chase What Matters
11:15 AM Closing Remarks
A registration to The Main Event includes all meals and functions as outlined in the Schedule at a Glance. All attendees are welcome to attend any Learning Track of interest.
$695 - Full Event per Member*
*Includes all scheduled programming, receptions and events Dec. 1 - 3
NEW! Special Banker Only Offer! $495 - Learning Track Day ONLY (Tuesday, December 2)**
**Includes the Learning Tracks, breakfast and awards lunch on December 2
$295 – Guest of an Attendee (includes meals and receptions only)
BOX OFFICE INFO
All sessions for the 2025 OBL Main Event will be held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43215, and The Hyatt Regency Columbus, 350 N. High St. The OBL has reserved a room block at the Hyatt at the rate of $194/night Reservations can be made online or via phone at 614-463-1234 through November 13 or while space remains.
The General Sessions and the OBL BankServices Expo will be held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Battelle Grand, adjacent to the Hyatt Regency.
PARKING
Valet parking at the Hyatt Regency Columbus is $44/night with unlimited in-out privileges ($48 for oversized vehicles) and $25/daily event valet. Valet management reserves the right to limit daily event valet.
Self-parking in the Chestnut Street Garage is $25/night with in-out privileges with a pass provided by the Hyatt front desk.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations received in writing by Nov. 17 will be fully refunded minus a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be available after Nov. 17. Substitutions are welcome at any time.
QUESTIONS?
For program questions, contact Susan Poling Jones at spoling@ohiobankersleague.com. For registration assistance, contact Megan Peiffer at mpeiffer@ohiobankersleague.com. For sponsorship or exhibitor inquiries, contact Paige Houlihan at phoulihan@ohiobankersleague.com
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