Conferences & Seminars

Agricultural Credit Conference

The Agricultural Credit Conference focuses on the unique needs of ag bankers and the need for quality information and training to better serve their customers. Experienced and new ag lenders, as well as CEOs, will all benefit from this conference. The 2023 SDBA Ag Bankers Conference is set for July 19-20, 2023, in Pierre, SD, at the Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center.

 

Annual Convention

The Convention serves as the annual meeting of the SDBA and NDBA and combines education with social and networking events to bring together members in a relaxed atmosphere. The 2023 SDBA/NDBA Annual Convention is set for June 4-6, 2023, in Sioux Falls, S.D., at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.

 

Emerging Leaders Summit

NEXT STEP: Emerging Leaders Summit is designed to help cultivate, connect, engage and empower South Dakota’s future bank leaders. This event encourages emerging bank leaders to find and express their voices and provides opportunities to network and exchange ideas. The 2023 Summit will be held in Fort Pierre, SD, at the Casey Tibbs Rodeo Center, Oct. 17-18, 2023.

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IRA Seminars

The SDBA offers the IRA Basics Seminar once a year in December and the IRA Update Seminar twice a year, once in the fall and again in the spring. The next IRA Update will be in Sioux Falls at the Hyatt Place South on Tuesday, March 14.

 

New Accounts Seminar

With constant new regulations, complex business account multi-level structures and the growing popularity of trust accounts, the necessity for ongoing new account training is paramount. This is the most comprehensive seminar offered on the topic of deposit accounts. 

 

Security Seminar

The Security Seminar focuses on a range of issues of concern to security officers, facility personnel and management. Topics are covered using current trends and examples. 

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State Legislative Day

The State Legislative Day held annually in Pierre is an opportunity to stay up-to-date on legislation which could affect the banking industry, visit with state legislators and constitutional officers, and make sure the industry is heard. It includes sessions specifically for emerging bank leaders. The 2023 SDBA State Legislative Day will be held in Pierre on Wednesday, Feb. 15.

 

Digital Innovations Conference

The Digital Innovations in Today's Banking Environment (formerly the Tech Conference) provides support to keep on top of technology trends, navigate the business of banking, and build and sustain a bank’s technology strategy—all to improve access and serve customers. Learn from industry experts and network with colleagues. The 2023 SDBA Digital Innovations Conference will be held on Wednesday, August 30, in Sioux Falls at the Hilton Garden Inn South.

 

Tri-State Trust Conference

The Tri-State Trust Conference, hosted by the NDBA each spring, focuses on trust officers' unique responsibilities and their need for quality information and training to serve their customers. The event features sessions led by experts in the business of trust and wealth management.

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Washington Summit

The ABA Washington Summit provides an opportunity for bankers to tell lawmakers and regulators how rules and regulations impact their ability to serve their communities and to hear from Washington insiders. South Dakota bankers also visit with the state's congressional delegation and network with colleagues from across the country. The 2023 ABA Washington Summit is planned for March 20-23.

 

Women in Banking Conference

LEAD STRONG: Women in Banking is designed to encourage, support and inspire women to succeed in the workplace. This event will benefit all levels of staff interested in the enhancement and career growth of women in South Dakota banking. The SDBA is hosting two Women in Banking events in 2023, the first of which will be held on Thursday, March 9 virtually: SDBA Women in Banking Power Hour. The 2023 SDBA LEAD STRONG: Women in Banking Conference will be held in Sioux Falls, September 27-28.

 

 

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