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BEST IN BANKING
“If you’re serious about being the best in banking, then the Super Conference is the place to be. The conversations that take place here are visionary, the strategies are potent, and the focus on results is unrelenting. It’s an experience that no ambitious banking executive can afford to miss.”
P. Steele, President & CEO Builtwell Bank
2014 Extraordinary Bank of the Year™ Award Winner
2015 Institute for Extraordinary Banking™ Hall of Fame Inductee
UNPARALLELED
“The transformative impact of the Super Conference is indisputable. Our robust progress in deposit margins has propelled us to boast the second-lowest cost of funds among community banks in Utah. Even in the face of rising rates, our client retention remains unshaken.
The insights, strategies, and visionary ideas we’ve garnered from the conference are truly unparalleled. In my view, every bank that’s serious about its future success cannot afford to miss what this conference offers.”
J. Jones, President & CEO
First National Bank of Layton
REMARKABLE TURNAROUND
“In just a short time since attending the Super Conference, we’ve seen a remarkable turnaround in our sales culture and cross-selling efficiency, something we’ve been aspiring to achieve for decades. In merely two months, our mystery shopping scores have surged from a modest 7.5 to an impressive 9.3.
More remarkably, our average cross-sales ratio soared from 2.9 to 5.1 in just seven weeks. The strategies and insights provided at the conference have been a game-changer for Security Bank.”
K. Knudsen, CEO
Security Bank
2017 Extraordinary Bank of the Year™ Award Winner
2018 Institute for Extraordinary Banking™ Hall of Fame Inductee
EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS
“[The] Best Banks in America™ Super Conference truly exceeded my expectations! It was excellent!
S. Stem, Vice President
1st Summit Bank
Transformative
“This isn’t just a conference, it’s a masterclass in banking excellence. The speakers are top-notch, and the strategies shared are transformative.
Just two months after attending, we were able to reach our loan growth targets for the entire next year.”
C. Floyd, President & CEO
Dream First Bank
#2 on the 2016 SNL Top 100 Under $1 Billion
2019 Extraordinary Bank of the Year™ Award Winner
2022 Institute for Extraordinary Banking™ Hall of Fame Inductee
Unlock Your Bank’s Full Potential:
Discover the Irresistible Benefits of Attending
Prepare to be astounded as we reveal game-changing strategies that leave your competitors in the dust!
Skyrocket Your Deposits
Unlock the secrets to securing and maintaining a steady stream of low-cost deposits, even in a highly competitive market.
Crush Deposit Costs
Master innovative tactics to slash your funding costs, paving the way for a more efficient and profitable banking operation.
Turbocharge Your NIM
Discover powerful strategies for growing your net interest margin (NIM) in the face of fluctuating interest rates and aggressive competitor pricing.
Outsmart the Competition
Stay ahead of the game with cutting-edge techniques that’ll keep your bank thriving regardless of the interest rate landscape.
Command Premium Pricing
Unleash the power of premium pricing on your loans, attracting the highest caliber clients and boosting your bottom line.
Bulletproof Your Bank
Equip your institution with the tools to navigate economic uncertainties and interest rate fluctuations easily.
Network with the Elite
Mingle with the best in the business and forge valuable connections that will propel your bank to new heights.
Reveal Insider Secrets
Gain exclusive access to the strategies and practices that have catapulted top-performing banks to the forefront of the industry.
Unleash Deposit Growth
Supercharge your deposit growth with foolproof tactics that’ll have clients flocking to your bank regardless of market trends.
Transform Your Banking Future
Revitalize your institution by implementing proven methods that guarantee long-lasting success and growth in any interest rate environment.
BY ATTENDING,
YOU’LL DISCOVER:
- Proven strategies to protect and grow your deposits in a fiercely competitive market.
- Cutting-edge techniques to keep the cost of your deposits low even as interest rates fluctuate.
- Innovative methods to expand your net interest margin (NIM) in spite of competitor pricing and market trends.
- Insider insights into the latest financial trends shaping the world of banking.
- A powerful network of like-minded professionals to help propel your bank to new heights.
INDUSTRY LEADERS
A Sneak Peek at Some of the Powerful Personalities You Will Meet
Surge Beyond the Norm
Tired of being swept along by market forces and competitive undercurrents? Ready to flip the script and set the tone for your industry? Discover how to unleash your institution’s potential and catapult yourself to the forefront of America’s banking industry.
Immerse yourself in an unprecedented research treasure trove that reveals how the country’s top-performing banks are outpacing their rivals. Benefit from a first look at the latest national insights into crafting a profit-driven culture. Don’t follow the pack — outpace it!
DAY 1 – Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - 12:30 – 5:00 pm ET
Elite Exchange Reception - 5:00 pm ET
Event Keynotes and Presenters:
NEVER FLY SOLO® Inspiring Collaborative Cultures of Courage & Trust
Presented by: Lt. Col. Waldo (The Wingman) Waldman
Discover what 65 combat missions in Iraq, SE Asia, and Kosovo can teach you about leadership. Decorated fighter pilot, Lt. Col. Waldo Waldman takes us on a wild journey of overcoming massive claustrophobia and a fear of heights to being deployed around the world during Operation Allied Force.
Waldo believes that the key to a culture of trust and performance lies with your wingmen—those who support you to overcome obstacles, adapt to change, and achieve success. He shares his “Never Fly Solo!” philosophy to unleash the power of holding every wingman in your organization 100% accountable and committed to the mission.
Waldo focuses on building “One Team, One Mission” and shares the strategies and mindsets used in the military to bring everyone together onto the same page,: committed to total victory.
Unleash the mindset of a fighter pilot through this emotional, heart-centered transformational experience.
Navigating the Road to High Performance – Bob Walters Unleashed
Presented by: Robert L. Walters,
Chairman, The Bank Advisory Group, LLC
Bob Walters established The Bank Advisory Group in 1989. For ten years prior to that, Mr. Walters formed and headed the community bank merger & acquisitions and bank stock valuation advisory services of Sheshunoff & Company.
As a result, Mr. Walters has represented hundreds of banks through brokering and selling banks, developing negotiating strategies, formulating pricing and transaction structure alternatives, and determining pro forma financial performance opportunities for bank buyers and bank merger partners. By representing selling banks, buyers of banks, and partners in “merger-of-equals” transactions for over three decades, Mr. Walters has compiled a depth and breadth of experience unparalleled in the community bank M&A advisory business.
Capitalize on Chaos: How Smart Bankers Dominate Deposits Amid the NIM Squeeze
Presented by: Roxanne Emmerich
Chair, Institute for Extraordinary Banking, CEO, The Emmerich Group
Capitalize on Chaos: How Smart Bankers Dominate Deposits Amid the NIM Squeeze
What Do the Top 5 Percenters™ Know That Helps Them Magnetically Attract Deposits Without Paying Up?
Are you struggling to attract low-cost deposits?
It’s not your fault. What if you found out your current approach is all wrong?
It's Not Your Fault
The outdated methods taught at the Graduate School of Banking are no longer effective. It's time to embrace a new approach.
Transformative Takeaways You Can't Afford to Miss
Attract Low-Cost Deposits Like a Magnet:
- Apply an Iron-Clad Proven System: If all the top performers do it the same way, discover what they know works.
- Identify Your Most Profitable Depositors: Master a 5-step profit-rich system to identify the next high-balance customers who are not rate-sensitive. (They exist.)
- Implement Real-Life Engagement Strategies: Discover proven methods to engage customers from other banks who are too busy to consider switching relationships.
- Move Beyond the Universal Banker Model: Understand why this model is insufficient and how the term "Trusted Advisor" has become mere lip service—but it can’t be.
- Boost Team Confidence: Equip your team with the skills to secure large, no-cost deposits confidently. Success breeds success.
Roxanne Emmerich is a living legend in creating high-performance cultures, with a portfolio that includes the crème de la crème of the banking world—the “who’s who” of the best banks to work for—AND the highest-performing banks in each state.
Roxanne is a proven expert in how to create a culture that catapults a bank to the highest levels of performance.
A prolific New York Times bestselling author, Roxanne has written six books, including
Profit-Growth Banking, The Breakthrough Banking Blueprint, and Thank God It’s Monday!
ICONS of excellence:
the hall of fame insights
Talent Magnet:
Attracting and Nurturing Rock Stars
Performance powerhouse:
building a culture of excellence
A Visionary Voyage into the Banking Reset
While some banks falter, battling diminishing deposits and intolerable NIM pressures, a select few are riding the waves of adversity to unprecedented success, witnessing upward trends in every significant KPI. The difference? A paradigm shift in transformation strategy.
Dive deep into the techniques and tactics employed by these banking outliers. Understand the strategies that they’ve fine-tuned to not just weather the storm but harness it for their success. It’s a tale of evolution and survival, and you have a front-row seat!
DAY 2 – Wednesday, September 11, 2024 – 8:00 am – 3:00 pm ET
Event Keynotes and Presenters:
Elevating Sales with AI-Actionable Intelligence
Presented by: Sam Richter
Distinguished Hall of Fame Speaker
How do you find your next most profitable customers?
What are you doing to KNOW every prospect you call on before you walk in the room? Discover online resources and sites that give YOU a monster edge and tell you everything you want to know about THEM and their business BEFORE you even meet.
What if you could always find the Right Person at the Right time with the Right Message? Hyper-personalize your message so it gets noticed, gets you past the gatekeepers, and makes a great impression on prospects who need your products right now.
Get ready for a mind-blowing “WOW” factor and to be shocked by what you don’t know—but soon will—AND, receive complimentary AI-powered intel resources to experience immediate results.
“You will get chills!”
Strategic Foresight: Anticipating Trends to Maximize Bank Performance
Presented By: Adam Mustafa,
President & CEO, The Invictus Group
Adam has overseen the design and implementation of fully-customized capital stress testing, capital management, CECL, and strategic planning systems. He has also advised acquisitive and high growth banks, banks under enforcement actions, and de novos. Prior to joining Invictus, he had senior-level experience as a banker, financial services consultant and corporate CFO, working at companies such as Secure Symbology Inc., BlueStone Capital and Deloitte and Touche. He is frequently invited to speak on regulatory panels about CECL, CRE concentration risk management and M&A. He has a BA from Syracuse University and an MBA from Georgetown University.
The Mind Types
Presented by: Ridgely Goldsborough,
Founder of Mind Types
Why do you do what you do? What drives your every activity? Do you know your own SUPERPOWER? What if you knew the superpowers of everyone you work with?
Even better—what if you knew their KRYPTONITES and how to support them despite any shortcomings? How much better will would your team perform?
In this explosive presentation, you will uncover:
- Your Mind Type, Superpower, and Kryptonite and how they affect every aspect of your life every day.
- The Power of Authenticity and how to build genuine connections in an instant, so that you create deep trust and make more sales—of ALL kinds.
- How to create Limbic or Emotional Messaging that convert prospects into clients with great ease.
- The Secret Sauce that will morph your online presence from a simple brochure into a business conversion machine.
Get ready for a wild ride, game-changing revelations, and guffaws galore!
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge you need to stay ahead in the competitive banking landscape. Secure your spot now!
Event Keynotes and Presenters:
Young visionaries:
Rising star insights
The art of premium pricing
Profit multiplier:
strategies to skyrocket cross-sales and deposits
The Star-Studded Banky™ Awards
The Star-Studded Banky™ Awards
Get a ringside seat to the most inspiring tales of banking brilliance as our finalists vie for the coveted title of “The Extraordinary Bank of the Year.” Hear from the industry leaders themselves: Most banks build their strategic plans for the coming year based on the wisdom gleaned from these riveting stories.
Why would you want to be anywhere else when the blueprints of tomorrow’s banking success stories are unveiled? If you care about your institution’s future, you’ll want to be in that room — listening, learning, and leveling up.
Are you ready to join the ranks of the banking elite? Sign up today, and set the wheels in motion for a tomorrow dominated by success. You’re one step away from reshaping your banking destiny. Take that leap.
September 23, 2025
Banker’s, Bubbles & Brilliance
Red Carpet Reception starts
September 24, 2025
Banky Awards
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An Unrivalled Roster of Visionaries and Industry Titans
An Unrivalled Roster of Visionaries and Industry Titans
Each year, we orchestrate a symphony of world-renowned experts and speakers, all masters in their domains, presenting a powerhouse of sales-amplifying blueprints, profit-maximizing strategies, and personal development insights to energize and inspire you. They deliver proven growth-igniting ideas, vivid case studies of successful banks, and a wealth of additional wisdom. Our attendees consistently express awe at the exceptional caliber of speakers we assemble for this event, lauding the transformative impact their takeaways have on their businesses.
Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker
First Female Fighter Pilot
Carey Lohrenz First Female Fighter Pilot
Founder & Chief Visionary Officer
Business Network International
Dr. Ivan Misner 
Speaker & Author of 7 Books
Co-Founder, Different is Better
Mike Michalowicz Co-Founder, Different is Better
Author of Accidental Genius
Keynote Speaker
Mike Levy Keynote Speaker
Founder & Chief Visionary Officer
Business Network International
Mark Schaefer 
Former CEO Southwest Airlines
Howard Putnam 
Author of nearly 50 sports books
peak-performance business speaker
Ross Bernstein peak-performance business speaker
Leading Bank Mergers & Acquisitions Attorney
John Gorman 
President, High Point University Board of Directors, Truist Financial
Dr. Nido Qubain 
Celebrating Excellence and Impact:
The Extraordinary Bank of
the Year™ Award Presentation
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience that marries prestige with purpose: the unveiling of The Extraordinary Bank of the Year Award, and the Banky™ Awards, which takes center stage during the inaugural evening of our conference. This is more than just an award: It’s a declaration of excellence, much like a Grammy or a Tony, that empowers banks to differentiate themselves in a competitive marketplace, attract new customers, and command premium prices.
The top three finalists for The Extraordinary Bank of the Year Award will share their exceptional, revenue-amplifying strategies, providing you with an incredible reservoir of ideas that could propel your bank to new heights.
Every year, The Institute undertakes a comprehensive evaluation to identify the best banks in America. This process has led to hundreds of banks being distinguished with the Banky Award, but only one can be named the Best Bank in America. The prestigious winner not only basks in this recognition but is also rewarded with… a brand new car!
And the honors don’t stop there. The Institute will generously provide $25,000 in the winning bank’s name to The Unstoppable Foundation. This contribution will go toward building a school in Africa, allowing the victorious bank to make a profound impact beyond banking by empowering education and transforming lives.
NEXT STEP: PICK YOUR PATH TO BANKING EXCELLENCE
Two Power-Packed Ways to Attend the Best Banks in America™ Super Conference
GENERAL
ADMISSION
Early Early Bird Pricing: $995
For ambitious bank executives who want to dominate deposit growth, NIM expansion, and premium pricing.
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Full Conference Access (Value: $4,995)
No fluff. No vendor pitches. Just raw, real, battle-tested strategies from elite, top-performing banks who are winning the deposit and loan game right now. -
Banky™ Awards + Red Carpet Networking (Value: $2,500)
Forget networking with bottom-tier banks. Rub shoulders with the elite. Hear directly from top winners on EXACTLY how they’re dominating. -
Open Space Mastermind Sessions (Value: $1,995)
Not theory. Not vendor BS. Real-time solutions, generated with the best bankers in America. -
Strategic Success Pre- & Post-Conference Executive Briefings (Value: $3,500)
Walk in prepared. Walk out with an iron-clad step-by-step game plan. -
Phone Mystery Shopping Results (Value: $1,500)
We mystery shop your bank before the event, and you’ll see the brutal truth on how you stack up and how you can close more business at premium pricing.
Total Value: $14,490
Early Early Bird Pricing
For Only $1,995 $1,295 $995!
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VIP EXPERIENCE – HIGH-PERFORMANCE BANK EXECUTIVE ACCESS (Only 25 Seats)
Immediate Implementation Package: $2,995
For the serious executives who want deeper insights, tighter connections, and exclusive access to elite strategies—PLUS the ability to execute immediately!
- Everything in General Admission (Value: $14,490), PLUS:
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Private Speaker Meet & Greet + VIP Q&A (Value: $2,500)
Skip the crowd. Get private access to Roxanne Emmerich and some of the nation's top strategists. -
Full Conference Recordings (Value: $5,000)
Can’t afford to miss anything? You’ll have year-long access to all the game-changing content. -
Banky™ Awards Hall of Fame Playbook & Case Studies (Value: $2,500)
Grab the proven playbook of past winners who crushed growth, deposits, and NIM expansion. -
Best-of-the-Best Open Space Mastermind Insights (Value: $3,500)
A curated, no-fluff, high-impact document filled with game-changing ideas from the top minds in banking. -
Exclusive Networking Rotation Strategy (Value: $1,500)
Maximize learning and relationship-building by engaging with elite bankers throughout the event. -
VIP Lounge Access (Value: $1,500)
Private conversations with the best of the best. -
Fast-Implementation Strategy Session – Get Results Within Weeks (Value: $4,500)
- Within weeks of attending, you and your team will be on a private session with a strategy expert to implement key takeaways, drive execution, and start seeing results fast.
- This is the difference between “great ideas” and ACTUAL revenue growth.
Total Value: $35,490
VIP EXPERIENCE – HIGH-PERFORMANCE BANK
EXECUTIVE ACCESS (Limited to 25 seats!)
For Only $2,995!
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FAST ACTION BONUS – ONLY FOR THE FIRST 10 BANKS
Want the ultimate, untouchable, impossible-to-get advantage? You’ll need to move FAST
Exclusive Access to the Top Gun CEO Webinars
Compilation
(Value: $3,500)
- Watch raw, unfiltered interviews with past “Bank of the Year” winners
- Explore their exact strategies for massive growth, profitability, and competitive positioning
- On-demand access so your team can revisit these insights anytime
THE $400,000 USP POSITIONING POWER SESSION
(Value: $40,000+ – But You Can’t Even Buy It!)
- Let’s talk truth: Most banks will NEVER get this session. The few that do?
They’re paying $400,000+ for a watered-down version of what you’ll get. - This is THE secret to commanding premium pricing, differentiating your bank, and NEVER being forced into rate-matching battles again.
- Only 10 banks will get this—because Roxanne Emmerich’s time is in massive demand.
- If you aren’t already one of her private partner clients, this is the ONLY way in.
The Exclusive Bank Growth & Profitability Toolkit
(Value: $7,500+)
- Breakthrough Banking Blueprint Toolkit – Full library of templates, videos, and processes
- Deposit Growth & Pricing Masterclass – End rate matching forever with premium pricing strategies
- Loan Growth Accelerator – Maximize lending with expert frameworks
- Cross-Sales & Relationship Selling Video Series – Double your wallet share with proven methods
- Done-for-You Tools & Checklists – ZeroRisk Benchmark, Team Selling Checklist, and more
This Fast Action Bonus is ONLY Available to the First 10 Banks!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rest assured, this isn’t another pitch-fest like you see at most banking conferences. This conference brings together the most elite and ambitious bank executives from across the country, focusing purely on the exchange of insights, strategies, and success stories in banking.
Absolutely. Nobody is born an elite banker, and no bank starts as a top performer. If you have the sincere, burning desire to reach the pinnacle, regardless of where you stand right now, this conference is the platform you need to be on, surrounded by those who have achieved that to which you aspire.
Success in banking requires constant vigilance and humility. Top banks are always on the lookout for the next growth opportunity, constantly improving to stay ahead of the competition. If you’re at the top of your game, we believe you already understand this. You’ll find the Super Conference the perfect venue to discover that “one thing” that could significantly transform your bank’s future.
Being too busy is often a symptom of a deeper problem: a lack of a systematic approach to success. The question isn’t whether you can afford to spend the time to attend, but rather, can you afford not to? This conference could be your pathway from firefighting to becoming elite, results-oriented bankers.
Life indeed happens. But it’s critical to ask yourself: When will you make time for transforming your profit equation, for growth, for finally getting your bank to perform at its potential? This conference is an opportunity to choose growth over distractions.
While your team’s presence is beneficial, your attendance as a leader is highly recommended. Your vision and commitment are crucial to putting everything they gain from this conference into the context of your bank’s objectives.
We stand by the value our conference provides. If it doesn’t meet your expectations, you will receive a full refund.
Absolutely. Many of the bankers in the room are masters of low-cost deposit gathering. They have risen far above their peers and have exacting systems that they are happy to share. You don’t want to miss this.
Just ask the hundreds of bank CEOs who have come in the past. These are extraordinary times, and the bar must be raised. This is the only conference designed for high-performing banks and those committed to getting to the top and staying there. The real question is: Can you afford to miss it?
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Calling all
ELITE, RESULTS-ORIENTED BANKERS
who are aspiring to reach new heights of success.
Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to join the
Best Banks in America Super Conference.
Secure your spot now or call our dedicated team at (952) 737-6700, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm CT, Monday to Friday.
Elevate your performance, connect with like-minded professionals, and unlock the strategies to propel your bank to extraordinary achievements. Act now and be part of this transformative experience!
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FINAL WARNING
- You can do what 95% of banks will do: NOTHING.
- You can keep “hoping” that rate pressures ease up while your margins get destroyed.
- You can ignore this opportunity and stay stuck in the same frustrating cycle.
OR…
- You can grab a seat at the most elite banking event in America.
- You can secure the strategy session that will position your bank for a decade of domination.
- You can take action NOW and make sure you’re never forced into rate-matching again.
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