2025 OBL CEO Symposium


 Start Date - End Date

May 06, 2025 - May 07, 2025

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Registration Deadline

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

 Start Date - End Date

May 06, 2025 - May 07, 2025

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Early Bird Discount Deadline

Registration Deadline

Wednesday, April 30, 2025



Online Registration is Closed!
Call 614-340-7602 to Register!

 
 

Online Registration is closed. Please contact Megan Peiffer to register:

Email: mpeiffer@ohiobankersleague.com

Phone: 614-340-7618 

 

The 2025 OBL CEO Symposium, held on May 6 & 7 at the Hilton Columbus at Easton, will feature James Evanow as the opening keynote speaker. Evanow, a speaker, author, and business coach, will introduce the Two Degree Principle: How to Master Change in Turbulent Times, emphasizing the importance of careful, measured actions in response to change rather than rash decisions. Drawing from his experiences as a former sea captain and mortgage banker, he will demonstrate how even small missteps can have significant consequences and provide strategies to stay on course. The symposium will also offer Executive Roundtables and sessions on industry trends, with Jim "The Rookie" Morris closing the event with a session on Dream Makers: Surround Yourself With The Best to Be Your Best.


Location  Hilton Columbus at Easton

Registration Fees

Price Description Amount
OBL Member Bank $595.00
Non OBL Member Bank $1,190.00
OBL Affiliate and Business Partners $595.00
Regulators $595.00

Agenda

Pre-Conference Events
Tuesday, May 06 - Tuesday, May 06
11:00 am - 11:30 am
  Registration & Networking
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
  Welcome & Lunch
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Opening Keynote: The Two Degree Principle: How to Master Change in Turbulent Times
with James Evanow, Keynote Speaker, Founder, Author, Pace Your Self Empowerment Systems

James Evanow’s "The 2 Degree Principle" reveals how small shifts in direction can lead to major changes in business and life—especially in the ever-evolving world of banking. Drawing from over 25 years at sea as a captain—and the life-altering loss of his father in a tragic boat accident—James shares powerful lessons on resilience, decision-making, and staying on course through market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and economic uncertainty. With humor and real-world stories, he equips banking professionals with practical strategies to navigate industry challenges, break destructive patterns, and stay focused on long-term success.
1:00 pm - 1:15 pm
  Break
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
  Data Analytics for Banks - Using Data to Detect Fraud
with Annie Laudick, Manager, and Tori Lyon, Forensic & Litigation Senior Manager, Forvis Mazars
2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
  Break
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
  Growing Forward: Leading Change to Drive Results
with Sean Payant, Senior EVP & Chief Strategy Officer, Haberfeld
3:15 pm - 3:30 pm
  Break
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  Strategy Roulette - 2025 Balance Sheet Considerations
with Joe Kennerson, Managing Director, Darling Consulting
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  Networking Reception
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
  Night Cap Reception
Wednesday, May 07 - Wednesday, May 07
7:30 am - 8:30 am
  Continental Breakfast
8:45 am - 9:45 am
  Executive Roundtable Discussions
9:45 am - 10:00 am
  Break
10:00 am - 10:45 am
  Annual Meeting Excellence: Your Strategic Proxy Playbook
with Kara Kennedy, President, ClearTrust, LLC
10:45 am - 11:30 am
  Soft Skills, Strong Leadership: A Dynamic Connection
with Keather Snyder, President & COO, The Omnia Group
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
  Break & Lunch
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Closing Keynote: Dream Makers: SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THE BEST TO BE YOUR BEST
with Jim "The Rookie" Morris

In DREAM MAKERS: SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THE BEST TO BE YOUR BEST, Jim Morris connects his powerful story to the world of banking, inspiring professionals to recognize the mentors, colleagues, and leaders who shape their success. Through engaging storytelling filled with humor and emotion, he encourages bankers to push past obstacles with resilience, adapt to industry challenges, and strive beyond expectations. This keynote will leave attendees motivated to build strong relationships, embrace growth opportunities, and surround themselves with the right people to achieve excellence in their careers.

Speakers

NameSpeaking At
James Evanow Opening Keynote: The Two Degree Principle: How to Master Change in Turbulent Times
Kara Kennedy Annual Meeting Excellence: Your Strategic Proxy Playbook
Joe Kennerson Strategy Roulette - 2025 Balance Sheet Considerations
Annie Laudick Data Analytics for Banks - Using Data to Detect Fraud
Tori Lyon Data Analytics for Banks - Using Data to Detect Fraud
Jim Morris Closing Keynote: Dream Makers: SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THE BEST TO BE YOUR BEST
Sean Payant Growing Forward: Leading Change to Drive Results
Keather Snyder Soft Skills, Strong Leadership: A Dynamic Connection

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Exhibitors

Location Information

Hilton Columbus at Easton
3900 Chagrin Drive
Columbus, OH 43219

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Hotel Information

A block of rooms is available to book at the Hilton Columbus at Easton, the event venue. Please book using the online link below or call (614) 414-5000 and provide the group code 967

2025 OBL CEO Symposium (Group Code 967): https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/cmhchhf-967-89b65391-97c6-44d2-8f01-01b17015ab98/

Rooms are available until April 14th, 2025, or until the block sells out. 

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