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Location Information

  • Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center
  • 1101 Woodlawn St, Georgetown, TX, 78628 US


Welcome to the 2025 IBT Apps Forum , where community bankers and fintech experts explore the transformative power of technology. Our mission is to empower banks and financial institutions with cutting-edge tools and insights to reshape the future of banking and financial services. Through interactive discussions and knowledge sharing, we aim to enhance services, drive growth, and ensure success at your business. Join us as we explore new horizons, empower one another, and transform the financial landscape through innovative technology.


NEW THIS YEAR! - IBT APPS CUSTOMER TRAINING

You spoke and we listened! This year's Forum will feature a special half-day training session on IBT Apps products. Join us at noon on Sunday, February 16th for an interactive session, inspired by feedback from our customer focus group. You'll gain in-depth knowledge, learning how to's, best practices, and tips and tricks, to overcome common challenges or simply speed up the learning curve with our products. You'll also have the opportunity for knowledge sharing with your peers, hearing firsthand how they're getting the most out of these products.

The following is a loose agenda that is flexible based on the needs of attendees:

  • 12:00 - 1:00pm: Lunch is served and attendees get to test and tour the new i2Suite UI. 
  • 1:00 - 2:45pm:  Security Settings (how to's & best practices) & Simple Report Writer (Overview, how to build/edit reports)
  • 2:45 - 3:00pm: Break
  • 3:00 - 4:00pm: Digital Banking (OLB) new UI & admin features
  • 4:00 - 5:00pm: Knowledge Sharing - Reports

This training is optional and an additional fee of $245. Attendees must register for Forum to participate in training.  To sign-up, select the training add-on to your registration below.  

Unsure if you want to sign up right now? No problem. Contact us at [email protected] and we can add training at a later time. 

NEW THIS YEAR! - POWERLENDER CLIENT TRAINING

This year's Forum will feature PowerLender user training! Join us for the IBT Apps kickoff reception Sunday night, breakfast and the welcome session Monday morning, and then be prepared to be immersed in training the rest of the day as well as Tuesday morning.  

You'll learn about new features and enhancements in PowerLender 4.0, get how-to training on reports, and gain knowledge on compliance and regulatory updates.  You'll also have the opportunity for knowledge sharing with your peers, hearing firsthand how they're getting the most out of PowerLender, its partner products, and how they're navigating changes in the industry.

Training is $495 and includes all meals and activities. To sign-up, scroll down the page to Registration Information, select the PowerLender attendee option and complete your registration.  

The following is a loose agenda that is flexible based on the needs of attendees:

Monday, Feb 17th
Tuesday, Feb 18th
8:00 - 9:00am: Breakfast8:00 - 9:00am: Breakfast
9:00 - 9:30am: Welcome Session9:00 - 10:00am: Compliance/Regulatory Updates
10:00 - 11:30am: Intro to PowerLender 4.0
10:00am: Break
11:30am - 12:30pm: Lunch
10:30 - 11:30am: Session TBD
12:45 - 1:45pm: How to Create & Schedule Clear Reports11:30am-12:30pm: Lunch
2:00 - 4:00pm - Product Showcase12:30 - 1:00pm: Closing Remarks & Giveaways
4:00 - 5:00pm Roundtable
6:30 -10:00pm: Dinner & Casino Night!


IBT APPS FORUM AGENDA & SCHEDULE

See an overview of the schedule below! More details added soon!

Sunday, February 16, 2025


12:00pm-6:00pmAttendee Registration Check-in


12:00pm-5:00pmIBT Apps Customer Training

Get in-depth training on i2Suite, including how to's, tips and tricks, and roundtable knowledge sharing. Training is optional and an additional fee.


2:00pm-5:00pmPartner Registration & Exhibitor Checkin &Setup


6:00pm-10:00pmEvening Reception

Get ready for an evening of great conversations and connections! Join us for a networking reception to kick off the IBT Apps Forum, where you can reconnect with old friends and meet new ones. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and drinks provided.


Monday, February 17, 2025


8:00am-12:00pmRegistration open


8:00am-9:00amBreakfast


9:00am-9:30amOpening Session


9:45am-10:30amBreakout Sessions

Sessions include: i2OLB roadmap and PowerLender Overview


10:40am - 11:25amBreakout Sessions

Sessions include: IBT Fraud Prevention Tools and SecureLEND Overview


11:30am-12:30pmLunch


12:40pm - 1:15pmBreakout Sessions

Sessions include: i2OLB roadmap and PowerLender Overview


1:25pm - 2:10pmBreakout Sessions

Sessions include: IBT Fraud Prevention Tools and SecureLEND Overview


2:00pm-4:00pmInnovation Showcase: Discover the Latest Products and Partnerships

Visit with exhibitors, network with peers, and learn more about IBT Apps & their partners' products.


4:00pm-4:45pmGeneral Session

Cybersecurity & IT Trends


4:45pm-5:30pmRoundtable Discussions

Make plans to participate in two separate discussions about market trends and industry issues, and hear from your peers what they're doing to overcome the challenges at their bank.


6:30pm-10:00pmDinner & Entertainment

Feeling lucky? We're bringing back Casino Night! Join us for a delicious dinner to kick off the night, followed by thrilling games and great company.


Tuesday, February 18, 2025


8:00am-9:00amBreakfast


9:00am-10:00amGeneral Session

Fireside Chat : How One Bank Customer Uses IBT Apps Products


10:00am-10:30amBreak/Checkout


10:30am-11:30amGeneral Session

Enhancing Customer Support to Serve You Better


11:30am-12:30pmLunch


12:30pm-1:00pmClosing Remarks & Prizes


SPEAKERS

More speakers added soon!


Mark Dittman CEO - IBT Apps

Session Types: General Session


Scott Evans CTO - IBT Apps

Session Type: Breakout Session, Discussion Tables


John Cortez CIO - IBT Apps

Session Type: Breakout Session


Chuck Capel Senior Advisor to the CTO - IBT Apps

Session Types: General Session


Phil Layher Director of Business Development - IBT Apps

Session Type: Discussion Tables


Dave Stricklen VP of Lending Solutions - PowerLender

Session Type: Breakout Session, Discussion Tables


Daniel Liggett Director Delivery - IBT Apps

Session Type: Breakout Session, Discussion Tables


Mary Wuest Senior Implementation Specialist - PowerLender

Session Type: Breakout Session, Discussion Tables


Tereva Ross Corporate Account Executive - IBT Apps

Session Type: Discussion Tables


Ray Weisenbarger Regional Account Executive

Session Type: Discussion Tables


David Scarborough Education Coordinator - IBT Apps

Session Type: MC



HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Room Rate | $164

Once you've successfully registered, you'll receive a confirmation email with a link to book your accommodations at the Sheraton. Please note that all room reservations must be secured by Friday, January 24, 2025. After this date, any unclaimed blocked rooms will be released, and we cannot guarantee room availability.

Alternatively, you can secure your room by simply scrolling to the top of the event page and clicking on 'Lodging & Hotel' located above the banner.


EVENT PHOTO & VIDEO CONSENT

IBT Apps will on occasion take photos and videos for social media and marketing purposes. By attending Forum, you give IBT Apps permission to publish photos and videos in their promotional materials


REGISTRATION INFORMATION

  • Full access registration pass

  • User training & full access registration pass - early registration expires Dec 31st.

  • Partial access pass (meals & events only)

  • Forum guests and speakers


Cancellations and/or changes must be received in writing and emailed to [email protected]. Due to necessary commitments to reserve rooms, meeting space, food and beverage service, no refunds or credits will be issued for the cancelation of this registration, however, attendee substitutions are welcome.

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