Sessions

• Outgoing chair’s address

• U.S. and the World – Embracing the challenges with confidence

• With a ‘Washington Twist’: Regulatory, Risk and M&A

• A Portfolio for all Seasons

• ABA update

• OBA treasurer’s report

• Current Trends and Development in Banking Law

• The Future of Fraud

• Growing Revenue for Community Banks

• Navigating AI and Deepfake Challenges in Community Banking

• Economic outlook

• Regulatory panel

• Incoming chair’s address

 

Outgoing chair’s address

Alicia Wade, OBA chair

OBA Chair Alicia Wade will give her remarks wrapping up her year at the helm of the Association as her last official duty – overseeing the OBA convention –  begins!

 

U.S. and the World – Embracing the challenges with confidence

Frank Lavin, keynote speaker

Known for his lighthearted and engaging style, Frank delivers sharp analysis with a touch of humor, making even complex topics accessible and thought-provoking. Whether discussing the latest global developments, U.S. politics, or economic shifts, he provides audiences with actionable takeaways and a clearer understanding of what lies ahead.

 

With a “Washington Twist”: Regulatory, risk and M&A

Peter Weinstock, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Washington and the regulatory community are keenly focused on the banking industry. What is coming and what is on the way? This session will provide a look ahead at regulatory, risk and M&A activities. What do the regulatory and economic environments mean for banks?

 

A portfolio for all seasons

Rachel Woods, Bank of Oklahoma

In times of market volatility and evolving Fed policy, it can be easy to fall into a habit of trying to time the market and lose sight of what is actually best for your portfolio. This session will focus on building a portfolio that is more indifferent to interest rates and performs well in all rate environments.

 

ABA Update

John Asbury, American Bankers Association

Join ABA Chairman John Asbury for a discussion on happenings around the country in the banking industry.

 

OBA treasurer’s report

Adrian Beverage, OBA

Get a quick overview on how the OBA performed financially the past 12 months and a general status update on the Association as a whole.

 

Current trends and developments in banking law

Kaitlyn Chaney and Kirk Turner, McAfee & Taft

Dueling banjos: I laughed, I cried, a crazy thrill ride through the twists and turns of understanding current trends and developments in banking law related to (i) commercial lending transactions, as well as (ii) the critical importance of officers, managers and supervisors better overseeing employee performance and behavior and the significant financial and legal risks in failing to do so.

 

The future of fraud

Ryan Hatch, Transfund

The session will discuss the current and future threats to banks. Learn how to better detect and react to new and emerging attack vectors. Training your team to fight fraud and how to get the most out of your current fraud budget will be emphasized. Discover new insights to fight the same old fraud.

 

Growing revenue for community banks

Candace DeBarger, Profit Resources, Inc.

Interchange income has long surpassed overdraft revenue as the number one source of deposit-based non-interest income. But, have you maximized its potential at your bank? This session will dive into how to increase interchange income, reduce processor expenses, and establish your debit card as a profitable product. Community bank benchmarks will help you measure your program’s success and opportunities.

 

Navigating AI and the deepfake challenges in community banking

Cal Robertson, Integris

This session will explore the growing threat of AI-driven risks, with a focus on deepfakes, which are becoming increasingly prevalent as AI technology advances. Deepfakes have been used to deceive everyone from top executives to bank staff. Real-world examples, prevention strategies, and compliance concerns will be addressed.

 

Economic Outlook

Joseph Gruber, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

Join Joseph Gruber, the executive vice president and director of research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, as he gives a detailed breakdown of the economy, the headwinds we’re facing in Oklahoma and the Midwest and what could be on the horizon.

 

Regulatory panel

Doug Gray, Federal Reserve; Dudley Gilbert, State Banking Department; Amanda Arnett, Comptroller of the Currency
Moderated by Alicia Wade, OBA Chair

Join us for this in-depth discussion with regulatory from the Fed, the State Banking Department and the Comptroller of the Currency take questions from our moderator and talk about the topics that affect YOUR bank!

 

Incoming chair’s address

Steve Bagwell, OBA Incoming Chair

Listen in as our incoming chair makes his first address of the Association as the newly elected leader of the OBA!