CBW ConnectFest 2026
Strength in Unity; Power in Knowledge
Ilani Resort
1 Cowlitz WayRidgefield, WA 98642
United States
* Registration open until 9/23/26 at 12:00 AM (PDT)
Join us September 21-23 at Ilani Resort in Ridgefield WA
CBW ConnectFest (formerly CBW Annual Convention)
Strength in Unity; Power in Knowledge
ConnectFest is more than a name change – it’s a celebration of resilience, expertise, and leadership in community banking. We’re building on our camaraderie and enhancing the quality connections and education of this event.
What's New
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Earlier in the week - Monday - Wednesday
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Golf tournament open to those who can't attend full convention. Invite your clients!
- Night Drop Lounge
- TableTalk Showcase
Registration Opens Soon
Agenda
| September 21 | |
| 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM | ConnectFest Golf Tournament - Heron Lakes Greenback Course Invite your bankers, directors, clients & legislators - even if they can't attend the convention. First tee time is 10:30 am. We play best-ball so golfers of all levels can play in the tournament. |
| September 22 | |
| 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Welcome Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM | General Education Sessions details to follow |
| 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | General Education Sessions details to follow |
| 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM | TableTalk Showcase & Happy Hour details to follow |
| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dinner |
| 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Night Drop Lounge Hang out at the CBW's Night Drop Lounge - A private cocktail lounge just for ConnectFest attendees. Pop-in for a snack or stay awhile for great conversation! |
| September 23 | |
| 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | Breakfast |
| 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | CBW Annual Meeting |
| 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM | General Education Sessions |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Wrap Up & Prize Drawings |
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ConnectFest is more than a name change – it’s a celebration of resilience, expertise, and leadership in community banking. We’re building on our camaraderie and enhancing the quality connections and education of this event.