In March, MIB members joined thousands of other community bankers in attending ICBA LIVE in Nashville. ICBA’s annual event celebrating community banking was held at the Gaylor Opryland Resort and Convention Center.

Approximately 26 Montana community bankers and their spouses battled the spring-forward time change to participate in the fantastic training and social events hosted by ICBA. Educational sessions covered topics ranging from revolutionizing the boardroom with AI to the high cost of being regulatory compliant. The general sessions featured inspirational talks by ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey, professional volleyball player Kerri Jennings, and founder of the Bank of Dave, Dave Fishwick.

MIB hosted its annual reception for Montana attendees on the evening of March 11 in conjunction with the Missouri Independent Bankers Association. The event was widely attended, and attendees enjoyed appetizers and warm conversation with Montana friends. A number of ICBA officers and staff joined us at the reception and mixer.

Special thanks go out to United Bankers’ Bank and Bancard ATM for sponsoring the MIB reception and for making it such a success.

Many of MIB’s delegates said Nashville was the most impressive venue they have experienced at an ICBA convention. Next year’s national convention will be held in San Diego, another fantastic location. We look forward to seeing you there.