January 12, 2024

The IBA’s Future Leadership Division gained momentum in 2023 and closed out another successful year of creating opportunities for emerging leaders in the industry. In addition to the tremendous FLD Leadership Conference, Day at the Statehouse and networking reception at IBA’s Mega Conference, the FLD rounded out its calendar by hosting five networking lunches throughout the state, a Topgolf networking event and an FLD Coffee Club.

Congratulations to Silvia Peraza, who was honored with the Indiana Bankers Association High Five Award in October. Peraza is IBA’s administrative assistant.

February IRA Basics & IRA AdvancedFeb. 21-22: IBA Center & Virtual Construction Loan Administration & MonitoringFeb. 22: IBA Center & Virtual Fundamentals of Commercial LendingFeb. 22: Virtual Chief Operations Officer ForumFeb. 23: IBA Center Marketing Director ForumFeb. 27: IBA Center Frontline Branch Series — Part 2: Wowing the CustomerFeb. 28: Virtual Information/Cybersecurity/IT/Operations Officer Forum —

With each new year, the IBA builds on the growing foundation laid by leaders and volunteers alike who have made this incredible association all that it is today. It’s my honor to lead the IBA for its 127th year.