AGENDA - 2019
Tuesday, September 17, 2019![]() 5:30 pm Early Bird Special Event
Seafood Boil & Axe Throwing Channel your inner lumberjack with Skamania Lodge Axe Throwing! Throw a steel axe at a wooden target to score points and win bragging rights. Axe Throwing Video. Dinner is crab, shrimp, andouille sausage, corn on the cob, and plenty of beverages & libations to make you think sticking a bull's eye is easy. What could possibly go wrong? (Yes, you can enjoy the food and just watch the axe throwing |
Wednesday, September 18, 2019

CBW/CCBN Golf Tournament
Skamania Lodge Golf Course
9:00 AM Shotgun Start, $150
Skamania Lodge Golf Course is surrounded by woodlands, giving it an entirely secluded feel. The course sits along the north bank of the Columbia River Gorge. Golfers shouldn't be surprised if they are joined by some of the abundant wildlife that call the course home. The terrain also provides a variety of challenges, ranging from dramatic elevation changes to mature trees lining the fairways. Water comes into play frequently, especially on the front nine, and the landing areas are extremely tight. The yardage listed on the scorecard, 6,025 yards, does not accurately reflect the challenges of this golf course so be prepared for a formidable test. Club selection, course management, and accuracy are all important factors in this round.
Skamania Lodge Golf Course
9:00 AM Shotgun Start, $150
Skamania Lodge Golf Course is surrounded by woodlands, giving it an entirely secluded feel. The course sits along the north bank of the Columbia River Gorge. Golfers shouldn't be surprised if they are joined by some of the abundant wildlife that call the course home. The terrain also provides a variety of challenges, ranging from dramatic elevation changes to mature trees lining the fairways. Water comes into play frequently, especially on the front nine, and the landing areas are extremely tight. The yardage listed on the scorecard, 6,025 yards, does not accurately reflect the challenges of this golf course so be prepared for a formidable test. Club selection, course management, and accuracy are all important factors in this round.
5:30 PM Reception
Kickoff the convention & trade show at this private reception for bankers & sponsors.
Kickoff the convention & trade show at this private reception for bankers & sponsors.
7:00 PM Dinner

Increasing Your Brain's Performance for Greater Professional & Leadership Success
This seminar provides a method for personal brain re-engineering, which enables you to adapt quickly and successfully to a changing environment. In this entertaining and highly interactive program, Amazon bestselling author and top‑rated speaker, Dr. Jerry V. Teplitz will strengthen the skills you already have and give you the mental agility to add to your skills with surprising ease and confidence.
This seminar provides a method for personal brain re-engineering, which enables you to adapt quickly and successfully to a changing environment. In this entertaining and highly interactive program, Amazon bestselling author and top‑rated speaker, Dr. Jerry V. Teplitz will strengthen the skills you already have and give you the mental agility to add to your skills with surprising ease and confidence.
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Education Sessions 7:00 am - 3:30 PM
7:00 AM - Breakfast

ICBA - Your Voice in DC
Tim Zimmerman, ICBA
Tim brings a banker's perspective on what is transpiring on Capitol Hill. CBW is proud to partner with ICBA to advocate for the community banking industry.
Tim Zimmerman, ICBA
Tim brings a banker's perspective on what is transpiring on Capitol Hill. CBW is proud to partner with ICBA to advocate for the community banking industry.

New Technologies: The Future of Payments
Kevin Christensen, Shazam
Evolving and emerging technologies like chip, P2P and voice payments mean the competitive landscape is shifting and businesses of all sizes need to stay informed about the changing payments landscape. To remain relevant and competitive, you need to understand today’s payment trends and consider how to meet the demands of modern commerce. How could new technology protect you from some potential fraud and leave you liable for others? Explore the benefits of new technologies, the challenges they present and how increased options on payment networks could mean higher profitability for your institution.
Kevin Christensen, Shazam
Evolving and emerging technologies like chip, P2P and voice payments mean the competitive landscape is shifting and businesses of all sizes need to stay informed about the changing payments landscape. To remain relevant and competitive, you need to understand today’s payment trends and consider how to meet the demands of modern commerce. How could new technology protect you from some potential fraud and leave you liable for others? Explore the benefits of new technologies, the challenges they present and how increased options on payment networks could mean higher profitability for your institution.

Cyber Breaches & The Messes They Create
Sean Hoar, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith
Data privacy & cyber security expert Sean Hoar will share valuable insights on the growing issues of cybersecurity breaches and provide tips on how to protect oneself and one’s business.
Sean Hoar, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith
Data privacy & cyber security expert Sean Hoar will share valuable insights on the growing issues of cybersecurity breaches and provide tips on how to protect oneself and one’s business.
11:00 AM - Concurrent Sessions

#1 Preparing For Life After LIBOR
John Biestman, Federal Home Loan Bank Des Moines
The LIBOR index is scheduled to phase out by the end of 2021, and the potential impact to community banks will be far-reaching. It is important to know about steps you can take to succeed with the transition of Libor by learning about: the development of alternative benchmarks, organizational and legal best practices, and how the financial markets are reacting to the pending changes.
John Biestman, Federal Home Loan Bank Des Moines
The LIBOR index is scheduled to phase out by the end of 2021, and the potential impact to community banks will be far-reaching. It is important to know about steps you can take to succeed with the transition of Libor by learning about: the development of alternative benchmarks, organizational and legal best practices, and how the financial markets are reacting to the pending changes.

#2 Take Cover - Cyber Insurance Considerations
Mary Bescher, Travelers
The presentation will provide a general overview of Cyber Insurance - what it is, what it does, what it doesn't do, and why you need it
Mary Bescher, Travelers
The presentation will provide a general overview of Cyber Insurance - what it is, what it does, what it doesn't do, and why you need it

12:00 PM - Lunch
Sharon Lacey - Comedian
What do you do when Alzheimers runs in your family and you fear you're next? Sharon Lacey didn't waste a single moment: She quit her job as a national award-winning teacher to pursue her lifelong dream to be a road comic. And her life has become an amazing adventure! Sharon has entertained U.S. troops in Iraq & Kuwait; performed in comedy clubs in 40 states; and has been to Africa 4 times to perform for Ugandan audiences in two of their tribal languages.
Sharon Lacey - Comedian
What do you do when Alzheimers runs in your family and you fear you're next? Sharon Lacey didn't waste a single moment: She quit her job as a national award-winning teacher to pursue her lifelong dream to be a road comic. And her life has become an amazing adventure! Sharon has entertained U.S. troops in Iraq & Kuwait; performed in comedy clubs in 40 states; and has been to Africa 4 times to perform for Ugandan audiences in two of their tribal languages.

How Fintech Partnerships Will Shape The Future Of Banking
Tina Giorgio, ICBA Bancard
The word fintech has been around for several years. First seen as foes, fintechs are now transitioning to partners. Tina Giorgio covers the new competitive landscape, what products and services are of most interest to community banks, and what ICBA is doing to keep community banks at the forefront of innovation
Tina Giorgio, ICBA Bancard
The word fintech has been around for several years. First seen as foes, fintechs are now transitioning to partners. Tina Giorgio covers the new competitive landscape, what products and services are of most interest to community banks, and what ICBA is doing to keep community banks at the forefront of innovation

The Thief In Your Bank
Tiffany Couch, Acuity Forensics
This presentation helps all organizations learn how to protects against fraud schemes, recognize typical fraudsters, take specific steps if fraud is discovered, understand the emotional impacts of fraud.
Tiffany Couch, Acuity Forensics
This presentation helps all organizations learn how to protects against fraud schemes, recognize typical fraudsters, take specific steps if fraud is discovered, understand the emotional impacts of fraud.

What's Your M&A Position?
Moderator - Glen Garrison, Keller Rohrback
Stay independent? Buy? Sell? Experts discuss how to position your bank for success in an M&A world.
Moderator - Glen Garrison, Keller Rohrback
Stay independent? Buy? Sell? Experts discuss how to position your bank for success in an M&A world.

Q&A on M&A Panelists
Tom Hayes, D A Davidson
Michael J Cavallaro, MJC Partners
Tom Hayes, D A Davidson
Michael J Cavallaro, MJC Partners

5:30-9:00 PM - Dinner & Silent/Live Auction - Craig Buford, Auctioneer
Double up on the arm curls now so you are ready to bid early and often at this can't-miss event to support CBW advocacy activities. A mixture of banter, barter, and maybe even a bargain, everyone - bankers, sponsors, associate members, and guests - are all encouraged to bid.
Double up on the arm curls now so you are ready to bid early and often at this can't-miss event to support CBW advocacy activities. A mixture of banter, barter, and maybe even a bargain, everyone - bankers, sponsors, associate members, and guests - are all encouraged to bid.
Friday, September 20, 2019
7:00 AM - Breakfast
8:00 AM - CBW Annual Meeting

Advocacy Update
Brad Tower & Troy Nichols, Phillips Burgess Government Relations
Brad will discuss the successes of our lobbying effort in the 2016 legislative session, and recommend actions you can take to promote community banking with our state policy makers.
Brad Tower & Troy Nichols, Phillips Burgess Government Relations
Brad will discuss the successes of our lobbying effort in the 2016 legislative session, and recommend actions you can take to promote community banking with our state policy makers.

Opportunities & Challenges For Community Banks
Roberta Hollinshead, WA Department of Financial Institutions
Roberta Hollinshead will review common trends in Washington's and California's state banking systems financial health, trends and the impact on community banks.
Roberta Hollinshead, WA Department of Financial Institutions
Roberta Hollinshead will review common trends in Washington's and California's state banking systems financial health, trends and the impact on community banks.

What We Learned About The Tax Cut & Jobs Act One Year Later
Charlie Garrison, Fortner Bayens Levkulich & Garrison
After a full tax cycle under the TCJA we will discuss its impact on Corporations, S- Corps, and individuals. Learn about strategies for reducing tax obligations, SALT deductions, estate planning, and more.
Charlie Garrison, Fortner Bayens Levkulich & Garrison
After a full tax cycle under the TCJA we will discuss its impact on Corporations, S- Corps, and individuals. Learn about strategies for reducing tax obligations, SALT deductions, estate planning, and more.

A Sea Change for the Economic Outlook
Craig Dismuke, Vining Sparks
The economic environment has turned quickly as trade negotiations between the U.S. and China have deteriorated further than expected. While a solution could come quickly, this appears increasingly unlikely. Moreover, with inflation running below the Fed’s target, this environment has brought a 2019 rate cut into play. In this presentation, we will discuss the extent of the current malaise, our expectation for a temporary rate cut, and the outlook for a choppy path ahead.
Craig Dismuke, Vining Sparks
The economic environment has turned quickly as trade negotiations between the U.S. and China have deteriorated further than expected. While a solution could come quickly, this appears increasingly unlikely. Moreover, with inflation running below the Fed’s target, this environment has brought a 2019 rate cut into play. In this presentation, we will discuss the extent of the current malaise, our expectation for a temporary rate cut, and the outlook for a choppy path ahead.
11:30 AM - Vendor Drawings & Grand Prize - Must be present to win!