October 14–15, 2026
The National Bankers Association’s Annual Conference convenes leaders from mission-driven banks, policymakers, and industry partners to explore the trends, opportunities, and partnerships shaping the future of MDIs.
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This year’s theme, Advancing Growth. Accelerating Evolution highlights the continued progress of mission-driven banks as strong, adaptive institutions positioned to thrive in a changing financial landscape.
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Together, we’ll discuss the strategies, technologies, and policy developments helping MDIs grow, evolve, and remain essential partners in the communities they serve.
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We look forward to welcoming you for two days of insights, collaboration, and conversations about what’s next for the MDI sector.
Your conference registration includes:
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Opening Breakfast
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Luncheon
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Opening Reception
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Awards Reception
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Breakfast and Lunch during the NBA Member & Advisory Council Day and keynote Speaker Lunch
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Closing Reception
Hotel Accommodations
Four Seasons Hotel
2800 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007
Our annual conference is taking place at the Four Seasons Hotel, located along the C&O Canal in the hip and historic Georgetown neighbourhood with easy access to acclaimed restaurants, shops and views of the DC skyline. Just minutes away from downtown the Universities.
Stay Tuned for the 2025 Conference Schedule
Our event, featuring dynamic speakers and breakout sessions, will provide opportunities to engage with MDIs, policymakers, Industry leaders, and strategic partners nationwide. View our highlights page from last year.
A few of our 2025 Conference Sponsors.
Wally Adeyemo
Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury
Mark Calabria
Chief Statistician of the United States
Ashley Etienne
Political News Contributor, Former Senior Advisor to Presidents Obama and Biden, Vice President Harris, and Speaker Pelosi
Matt Rhoades
Managing Director
CGCN Group
Former Campaign Director
Mitt Romney
Chris Brummer
Agnes Williams Sesquicentennial Professor of Financial Technology
Georgetown Law
John Anzalone
Founder of Impact Research
Adam Frankel
General Counsel Chime
Denise Leonhard
General Manager
Zelle
Mike Hardy
Director Strategy
PwC
Mark Jacobsen
Co-Founder & CEO IntraFi
Rob Blackwell
Andre Perry
Melissa Bradley
Chief Content Officer and Head of
External Affairs
IntraFi
Senior Fellow & Center for Community
Uplift Director
Brookings Institute
Managing Partner
Black Economic Alliance
Entrepreneurs Fund
Leslie Pearce
SVP & Head of Relationship and Strategy for Financial Institutions
Fiserv
NIcole Valentin- Smith
Vice President, Strategic Client Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility
Fiserv
Thank you to our 2025 Conference Sponsors!
The National Bankers Association is the only trade association that champions minority depository institutions, advocating for mission-driven banks that serve underserved and low- to-moderate-income communities.
Why Attend?
PARTICIPATE
in educational sessions on emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities that uniquely impact MDIs.
ENGAGE
with legislators, regulators, fintechs, corporations, large banks, and partners working to capitalize, modernize, and strengthen MDIs.
EDUCATE
other attendees on the impact your products and services can have on their bank, customers, and communities.
GIVE
your company a competitive advantage through unique opportunities to meet, network, exchange ideas, and forge new bonds with MDI CEOs and their leadership teams.
CULTIVATE
relationships and partnerships with others looking for innovative solutions as you learn about the future of MDIs.
Become a Sponsor!
Multiple sponsorship opportunities are available, each providing numerous benefits. For more information regarding sponsorship packages, contact Afra Vance at avance@nationalbankers.org or visit our sponsorship page.
Our Strategic Advisory Council
