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Next Generation in Banking Leadership Conference

Oct. 27-28, 2026 | Ameristar, St. Charles

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. 

General Session 

   
11:30 a.m.

Lunch and NextGen Award

   
12:30 p.m. 

General Session

   
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 

Wednesday, Oct. 28

7:30 a.m.

Buffet Breakfast

   
8:30 a.m. 

General Session

   
9:30 a.m. 

Refreshment Break

   
9:45 a.m. 

General Session 

   
10:30 a.m. 

Adjournment

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