The 2024 NEXT Forum, hosted by Travillian and Newcleus LLC, was held in September at Borgata Hotel Casino & Bar in Atlantic City, NJ. Spanning two days, the Forum offered a dynamic mix of education, entertainment, and events focused on cutting-edge financial strategies, innovative growth solutions, and best practices for attracting and retaining top talent. This was NOT your average banking conference!
Welcome Reception
The NEXT Forum kicked off Sunday night with a lively Welcome Party at the MGM Tower Indoor Pool, featuring great drinks, outstanding food, and a performance by the nationally touring rock-reggae group, the Mike Pinto Band.
Day of Education
Throughout the day, industry experts delved into topics like M&A, technology, compensation, talent acquisition, and growth strategies. The event’s keynote speaker, Johnny Allison, Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder of Home BancShares, Inc., provided key insights.
Closing of Events Cocktail Party
Monday night’s cocktail party at the Borgata Premier Lounge featured an appearance from boxing legend and former Olympic Gold Medalist, Sugar Ray Leonard, who delivered a memorable speech.
Day of Education Session Videos
All of our conversations from the NEXT Forum are available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts at the links below. More sessions coming soon!
Headliner: Johnny Allison, Chairman, CEO & Co-Founder of Home Bancshares Inc
The always colorful, passionate and genuine Johnny talks about the interesting journey of Home Bancshares, provides market commentary and shares stories that shaped his career and life.
All-In on Tech Efficiencies
Bankers reflect on how embracing technology can lead to efficiencies and increased revenue.
Running with the High Rollers: Investment Session
Hearing from notable public and private bank investors in the space will help banks understand how to best story tell and develop strategies that are relevant and proven.
Go Back Three Spaces: Reflecting on the State of Embedded Finance
A discussion covering the risks, rewards and current opportunities for community banks pursuing an embedded finance strategy.
Talent Management Monopoly
Join Compensation experts in a lively session on the lifeblood of every bank…its people. Topics will include recruiting, retention, succession and compensation.
Double Down on Your Balance Sheet
Two of the foremost experts in community bank balance sheet management reveal their perspectives and strategies for navigating risk and staying financially sound in today’s volatile market.
Bank Empire: M&A and Capital Pursuits
Perspectives from industry experts on M&A and Capital considerations for banks and credit unions.
Shhh…Talking Politics in a Speakeasy
Tip a glass to the upcoming election, and gain invaluable insights about how the banking industry should prepare for either outcome.
Photo Gallery
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