2017 Annual Convention

We are excited to host the ABA Annual Convention in the newly renovated Robinson Center in downtown Little Rock! This year's Convention will include more peer networking, an energized agenda, upgraded speakers, a golf tournament and more. Make plans to register and make your hotel reservations now, because you won't want to miss the ABA Annual Convention this year!

Click here to download the brochure. Click here to view the Convention webpage and get more details!

To Register:

After logging in, select "Register Myself", you will then be able to choose from all registration options. If you choose the Full Registration option, you will need to add the events you will be attending. These events, except for the golf tournament, are all included in the Full Registration pricing. If you aren't able to attend the entire Convention, you can still participate in the event... simply select which specific events you would like to attend. If you are also registering a guest, you need to select the individual events he or she will attend.

Registration Form

Still having trouble? Download the registration form, fill out the information and email it back to [email protected]

When

4/10/2017 10:00 AM - 4/12/2017 11:45 AM
Central Daylight Time

Where

The Robinson Center / DoubleTree Hotel 424 West Markham St. Little Rock, AR 72201

Program

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Monday, 10 April 2017

Description
Convention Golf Tournament The annual Convention Golf Tournament is back and better than ever. Join bankers from across the state as we take on the Maumelle Country Club for a four-man scramble. Everyone is invited to participate in this tournament, so recruit your co-workers or customers to join in on the fun! Time 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 10:00 AM
Sundaes on a Monday Join the ABA poolside at the DoubleTree Hotel for an ice cream social on Monday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. There will be food, music and good company. Be sure to bring the family! Time 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2:00 PM
Game Night Join us and bring your competitive side to kick off our all-new Game Night! Watch sports on TV, challenge fellow bankers to games, and wear your favorite team's attire to show your love for your team! There will be something for everyone at this action-packed event. Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 6:00 PM
Game Night Join us and bring your competitive side to kick off our all-new Game Night! Watch sports on TV, challenge fellow bankers to games, and wear your favorite team's attire to show your love for your team! There will be something for everyone at this action-packed event. Bring your family and be sure to wear your favorite team’s attire to the sports-themed event to show your love for your team! The Opening Reception on Monday evening will be sports-themed. Be sure to wear your favorite team’s attire—caps, uniforms, jerseys—Go Team Go! Time 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 6:00 PM

Tuesday, 11 April 2017

Description
Breakfast Make plans to join us for breakfast before heading into our Business Session! Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM 7:30 AM
ABA Business Session Our Business Session includes featured speakers Kevin Brown and Randy Harrington along with legislative and ABA updates. Time 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM 8:30 AM
BKD Milestones Awards / Lunch This luncheon spotlights Arkansas' industry veterans as they are honored for their service during the third annual BKD Milestones in Banking Awards. We will also proudly feature guest keynote speaker Colonel Mark Tillman, the nation's 12th Presidential pilot and commander of Air Force One on 9/11. This is a perfect event to share with your spouse and guests! Time 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM 12:00 PM
BKD Milestones Awards / Lunch This luncheon spotlights Arkansas' industry veterans as they are honored for their service during the third annual BKD Milestones in Banking Awards. We will also proudly feature guest keynote speaker Colonel Mark Tillman, the nation's 12th Presidential pilot and commander of Air Force One on 9/11. This is a perfect event to share with your spouse and guests! Time 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM 12:00 PM
CNA Chairman's Reception Join us at the annual CNA Chairman's Reception, network with fellow guests and peruse our ABA BankPAC Silent Auction items before the banquet. Time 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 6:00 PM
Chairman's Reception / DD&F Banquet Join us at the annual CNA Chairman's Reception, network with fellow guests and peruse our ABA BankPAC Silent Auction items before the banquet. Our DD&F Legacy of Leadership ABA Annual Banquet & Officer Installation are featured during the evening. You will also be able to peruse the ABA BankPAC Silent Auction items and bid on them using a new mobile bidding app for the event. Time 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 PM
Chairman's Reception / DD&F Banquet Our DD&F Legacy of Leadership ABA Annual Banquet & Officer Installation are featured during the evening along with the ABA BankPAC Silent Auction. Time 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM 7:00 PM

Wednesday, 12 April 2017

Description
Simmons Strawberry Breakfast Take part in the tradition! This year marks the 59th year of the Simmons Strawberry Breakfast — be sure to join us for this tastetacular event on Friday morning before the Day with the Commissioner session. Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM 7:30 AM
Day With the Commissioner Connect with regulators and lawmakers! The final day of our convention will feature the 21st annual Day with the Commissioner hosted by the Arkansas State Bank Department. Each year, Commissioner Candace Franks schedules an information-packed speaker line-up to update bankers on current topics facing the industry's changing environment. This event includes admission to the Simmons Bank Strawberry Breakfast prior to the meeting. Time 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM 8:30 AM
Day With the Commissioner Connect with regulators and lawmakers! The final day of our convention will feature the 21st annual Day with the Commissioner hosted by the Arkansas State Bank Department. Each year, Commissioner Candace Franks schedules an information-packed speaker line-up to update bankers on current topics facing the industry's changing environment. This event includes admission to the Simmons Bank Strawberry Breakfast prior to the meeting. Time 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM 8:30 AM