The 2025 ABA Annual Convention, organized by the American Bankers Association (ABA), is a premier event for banking professionals, scheduled for October 20-21, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. This convention serves as a platform for leaders in the banking industry to discuss current challenges, share insights, and explore future trends.
The convention's agenda includes a series of general sessions and specialized forums. Key topics encompass the outlook for the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), discussions on bank mergers and acquisitions, enterprise-wide risk management, and the impact of stablecoins on the banking sector. Additionally, the event features a panel on global efforts to combat fraud and scams, highlighting international perspectives and strategies.
Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities with over 1,200 banking professionals, including C-suite executives and emerging leaders. The event also offers curated networking receptions, the Innovation Forum focusing on AI in banking, and the Workforce Excellence Forum addressing cultural integration in mergers. Notable speakers include ABA President and CEO Rob Nichols, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, and Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould.
This convention is ideal for banking professionals seeking to stay informed about industry developments, engage with peers, and gain insights into strategic initiatives shaping the future of banking.
Speakers(10)
Ana Maria Salazar
Award-Winning Journalist, Analyst, and Expert
Ana Maria Salazar is an award-winning journalist, analyst, and expert who delivered the keynote address at the Legal Summit of the Americas during the 2025 ABA Annual Meeting in Toronto.
Daniel R. Thies
Council Chair at ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
Daniel R. Thies is the Council Chair of the ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, leading initiatives in legal education and accreditation.
David A. Brennen
Council Chair at ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
David A. Brennen is the Council Chair of the ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, overseeing the accreditation and legal education initiatives.
Jennifer Rosato Perea
Managing Director of Accreditation and Legal Education at ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
Jennifer Rosato Perea is the Managing Director of Accreditation and Legal Education for the ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, overseeing accreditation processes.
Joseph K. West
Nominating Committee Chair at ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
Joseph K. West serves as the Nominating Committee Chair for the ABA Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, leading the selection process for officers and council members.
Marian Emily Perkins
Marian Emily Perkins was a presenter at the 'Pathways to the Bench' panel during the 2025 ABA Annual Meeting, focusing on diversity in the judiciary.
Michelle Behnke
ABA President at Boardman Clark
Michelle Behnke, a lawyer at Boardman Clark in Madison, Wisconsin, assumed the role of ABA president for a one-year term concluding in August 2026.
Rhonda Hunter
Chair at Racial & Ethnic Diversity Caucus
Rhonda Hunter serves as the Chair of the Racial & Ethnic Diversity Caucus, dedicated to advancing the ABA's Goal III principles and fostering diversity within the legal profession.
Shelbonnie Hall
Shelbonnie Hall participated as a presenter in the 'Pathways to the Bench' panel during the 2025 ABA Annual Meeting, highlighting diverse career paths to judicial service.
Tina Luongo
Chair at ABA Section Officers Conference
Tina Luongo, chief attorney of the criminal defense practice at The Legal Aid Society, was named chair of the ABA Section Officers Conference.
Event Details
- Date
- August 7-9, 2025
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
- Fairmont Royal York Hotel
- Pricing
- $1,595 - $3,495
- Audience
- Banking professionals, C-suite executives, emerging leaders
- CLE Credits
- Up to 12 CLE credits
- Attendees
- 1,200+