Operations Summit
Join banking professionals from across the state for a dynamic gathering focused on the evolving world of bank operations. This summit offers a unique opportunity to hear from industry experts, connect with peers, and explore ideas and strategies that are shaping the future of operational success.
Through a series of sessions, panels, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable insights into current challenges, new approaches, and practical tools to support day-to-day operations and long-term goals.
Whether you’re focused on improving efficiency, navigating change, or enhancing customer experience, the TBA Operations Summit is designed to inform, inspire, and empower.
When
Where
TBA Headquarters
203 W 10th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
Schedule
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- The Zen of Banking – a Path to Innovation, Resilience & Renewed Focus with Joe Sullivan, Market Insights
- Navigating Your Next Regulatory Examination with Carlton Goss, Hunton Andrews Kurth
- The Future of Financial Crime: Challenges & Opportunities in Prevention, Compliance, and Investigations with Jack Harrington, Bradley
12:30 – 1:30 PM
Lunch
1:30 – 4:00 PM
- Legislative Update with Celeste Embrey, Texas Bankers Association
- Navigating and Managing Third-Party Contracts and Vendors with Robert Flowers & Gabriella Alonso, Bradley
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Improving Cross Departmental Communications with Tom Cox, Wipfli
- Transforming Bank Operations: A Road to Efficiency with Amy Pierce, Bank Strategic Solutions
- Adapting to Rapid Technology Changes in Community Banking with Rich Perez, Texas Bankers Association
Cancellation/substitution requests must be made in writing. Email requests to education@texasbankers.com. Full registration fees will be refunded if written notice is received no later than October 15, 2025. Substitutions are permitted without penalty.
Nearby Hotels:
The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta
As a preferred group account, we’re happy to extend our Business Travel Rate (BTR), which provides a 12% discount off retail rates.
Here are the details for booking:
📌 Rate Name: Business Travel Rate
📌 Rate Code: BTR
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2025 Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue
Discount: $229 or 15% off best available rate when published rate is below $229
Available to all staff, clients, contractors and retires. No Identification required
When booking online, Select Corporate or Group Code in the booking tool and enter 39833. The link below automatically inputs the company code into the booking tool so you can simply choose the “book” button when on the Hotel webpage.
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2025 Historic Driskill Hotel
Discount: $229 or 15% off best available rate when published rate is below $229
Available to all staff, clients, contractors and retires. No Identification required
When booking online, Select Corporate or Group Code in the booking tool and enter 39833. The link below automatically inputs the company code into the booking tool so you can simply choose the “book” button when on the Hotel webpage.
Book Here
