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2026 NCBA Management Forum

Management Forum

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 to Friday, November 6, 2026

The Omni Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804

NCBA Management Forum · Asheville

Lead clearly. Connect meaningfully.

The 2026 NCBA Management Forum brings North Carolina banking leaders together for focused programming, candid conversation and valuable peer connection—all in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Register for the Forum
  • When November 4–6, 2026
  • Where The Omni Grove Park Inn
  • Who NCBA member bankers and affiliates

Make space for the bigger picture

01

Strategic perspective

Step away from day-to-day demands and focus on the questions shaping your institution and the industry.

02

Peer connection

Reconnect with fellow banking leaders and make room for the conversations that rarely fit into the workday.

03

A standout setting

Gather at one of North Carolina’s most iconic destinations, surrounded by Asheville’s mountain views.

Registration Options

Credits Price
Bank Delegate
$900.00
Affiliate Sponsor
$900.00
Affiliate Non-Sponsor
$1,100.00

Agenda

November 4
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM NCBA Board Meeting Dogwood Room
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Registration Heritage
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Welcome Reception Skyline, Mountain View Terrace
November 5
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Breakfast Heritage B
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM Welcome Remarks Heritage A
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM Winning Combination: Strategy, Culture, and Process Improvement Heritage A
Brett Rawls
Profit Resources, Inc.  

We will take a look at how critical it is to have process improvement as part of the ongoing strategy and culture of your bank. By doing so, your bank will improve operational efficiencies and system utilization, increase employee engagement, and deliver a better client experience. 


10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Regulatory Update Heritage B
Lisa A. White, EVP, Supervision, Regulation & Credit 
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM Networking Break Heritage B
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM General Session Heritage A
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM A New Era in NC's Population Change: What Bank Leaders Need to Know Heritage A
Dr. Michael Kline, State Demographer
NC Office of State Budget and ManagementNorth Carolina is entering a new era of demographic change—one that will reshape markets, customer behavior, and long‑term growth. Find out what this means for banks!
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch Heritage B
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CEO Peer Group Discussion More details to come! This session is for bankers only.
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM The Age of Exploitation: Tracking Scams from Teens to Seniors Heritage A
Special Agent Robin Todd
November 6
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast Heritage B
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Rapid Fires Heritage A
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM Economic Update Heritage A
Christopher Chung, CEO
Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) 
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM Networking Break
10:00 AM - 10:40 AM General Session Heritage A
10:40 AM - 11:20 AM Voting Update Heritage A
Review of the latest voting results, key decisions, developments, and a focus on what they could mean for the banking industry. 


11:20 AM - 12:05 PM Legislative Updates Heritage A
Tanner Black, VP, Congressional Relations
American Bankers Association

Get the latest updates on key federal legislative developments affecting the banking industry. The American Bankers Association will provide an overview of current legislation, priorities, and developments in Washington, along with insights into how these issues may impact banks and the financial services industry. 

12:05 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch Heritage B
1:00 PM - 1:00 PM Conclude
Dr. Michael Kline

Dr. Michael Kline

State Demographer

NC Office of State Budget and Management

Tanner Black

Tanner Black

Vice President, Congressional Relations

American Bankers Association

Special Agent Robin Todd

Special Agent Robin Todd

Financial Crimes Unit

NC State Bureau of Investigation

Brett Rawls

Brett Rawls

Head of Client Engagement

Profit Resources Incorporated

Christopher Chung

Christopher Chung

Chief Executive Officer

Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina

The Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina
Your Asheville home base

The Omni Grove Park Inn

Set against the Blue Ridge Mountains, this historic Asheville retreat pairs sweeping views and Southern character with the amenities of a premier conference destination.

Conference room rate $419 per night Available rooms are first-come, first-served.
Room-block deadline October 9, 2026 Or until the contracted room block sells out.

Ready to reserve your room?
Book through the NCBA conference block while rooms remain available.

Book Your Room

Parking

Self parking$35/day
Valet parking$45/day

Dining at the Grove Park Inn

Explore reservations, menus and dress-code details for the hotel’s on-site dining options.

Registration details

Save your seat in Asheville

Register early to secure the best available conference rate.

Register now
Early-bird deadline September 14 Rates increase September 15.

NCBA member attendance

You must be an NCBA member to attend. To learn more about membership, contact Darrell Rogers or Janice Royster.

Refund policy

30+ days before the event Eligible for a full refund.
14–29 days before the event Eligible for a 50% refund.
Fewer than 14 days No refunds will be issued.
No-shows No refund or credit will be issued.
2026 NC Management Conference sponsorship opportunities

Interested in sponsoring the conference? Contact Darrel Rogers.

For More Information:

Laura C Rasnick
Laura C Rasnick
VP, Conference and Events Manager