2026 NextGen Conference

Schedule

Tuesday, Oct. 27

8 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

   
9 a.m. 

Call to Order & Welcome 

   
9:15 a.m. 

"Bet on You!"

Angie Morgan | Former U.S. Marine, Author
There’s significant consequences when individuals make fear-based decisions – lost opportunity, lackluster results and unrealized potential.  For businesses and their leaders to thrive, they need to embrace risk and take bets on themselves. Former U.S. Marine and best-selling author Angie Morgan delves into the principles from her book "Bet on You" as she guides you to embrace risk as a catalyst for growth. Learn actionable strategies to develop the clarity, confidence and courage needed to take bold steps toward your personal and professional fulfillment.

   
10:15 a.m. 

Refreshment Break

   
10:30 a.m. 

Government Relations Update

David Kent, Senior Vice President and Chief Lobbyist | Missouri Bankers Association
Emily Lewis, Vice President of Legislative & Advocacy Programming | Missouri Bankers Association
   
11 a.m.

Next Generation in Banking Leadership Award

   
11:30 a.m.

Lunch and NextGen Award

   
12:30 p.m. 

Philip Knight, Forvis MazarsStablecoins and Tokenized Deposits: Grounding, Case Studies, and Considerations for Community and Regional Banks

Phillip Knight, CRCM, Director | Forvis Mazars 

Stablecoins and tokenized deposits are here to stay. Phillip Knight opens this session with a plain-English grounding on how stablecoins and tokenized deposits function inside existing banking infrastructure. He then uses real-world case studies of how community and regional banks are implementing this technology.

   
1:30 p.m. 

Refreshment Break

   
1:45 p.m. 

Stronger Together: How Age Diversity Builds Better Teams

Julie Tuggle-Nguyen, PHR, Chief Human Resources Officer | Midwest BankCentre
Creating the culture you want in your organization takes time, effort and intention — and one of the most powerful influences is age diversity. With five generations now working side by side, today’s workplace is more age-diverse than ever. This diversity brings a rich mix of skills, perspectives and communication styles that can either strengthen your team or, if left unmanaged, create tension. Julie Tuggle-Nguyen explores how generational differences shape collaboration, engagement and satisfaction. Learn how to foster mutual respect, encourage authentic contributions and build a culture where every generation thrives together.
   
2:45 p.m. 

Refreshment Break 

   
3 p.m. 

Discover the Power of Unstoppable Momentum

Kim Becking | Kim Becking Unstoppable Momentum
There is no normal or new normal. There is only what’s now and what’s next. Changes, challenges and uncertainty are hurtling toward us at breakneck speed, and it’s messy and unpredictable. Join New York Times best-selling author and Momentum Motivation founder Kim Becking to discover how to thrive in a rapidly changing world that never slows down. She reveals a proven framework for reframing change, redefining resilience, and reimagining what's possible so we can all ignite Unstoppable Momentum™ and break the constant cycle of overwhelm in a world that never slows down.
   
4 p.m. 

Social Room & Social

You have an obstacle, and your peers have a solution! During this networking session, attendees will work with their table to help find solutions to everyone’s obstacles. Please come with one obstacle you would like your peers to assist you with finding a solution!

   
5 p.m. 

Reception — Bottleneck Blues Bar

Wednesday, Oct. 28

7:30 a.m.

Buffet Breakfast

   
8:15 a.m. 

Opening Remarks

   
8:30 a.m.

Thoughts and Observations from the C-Suite

If you could ask one question of the men and women leading our banking community, what would it be? This panel discussion of bank leaders moderated by MBA President and CEO Jackson Hataway is your opportunity to learn about their views on the issues facing our industry, their perspectives on career opportunities and leadership development and their thoughts on your roles and responsibilities as community bankers. 
   
9:30 a.m. 

Refreshment Break

   
9:45 a.m. 

Allen North, Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisGeneral Session - Update from Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Allen North, Group Vice President | Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Allen North offers insights into various updates within the banking sector, touching on technological, economic and trend-related changes. Learn about the current state of banking as he highlights important developments and their implications.

   
10:30 a.m. 

Adjournment

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