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)
CBW ConnectFest 2026
Strength in Unity; Power in Knowledge
September 21-23 at Ilani Resort in Ridgefield WA
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
- Earlier in the week - Monday -Wednesday
- Golf tournament open to those not attending convention. Invite your bankers, clients, directors, & legislators
- Tournament is Monday, Sept. 21st, first tee time at 10:00 am
- Best Ball - golfers of all skill levels, even newbies, can play
- TableTalk Showcase - bringing more fun and interaction to a trade-show format
- ConnectFest Cheers! - blind‑mix wine & spirits pull — every bottle is wrapped, every pull is a surprise, and every contribution supports CBW PAC
- Night Drop Lounge - late-night hangout for bankers & sponsors
Register by July 31st to save $100
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Non-member banker
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$875.00 |
Play in Golf Tournament
Register your attendees for the tournament
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Golf Tournament - ConnectFest attendee
Heron Lakes Greenback Course Monday, September 21, 2026 First tee time 10:30 am 3500 N Victory Blvd, Portland OR 97217 |
$160.00 |
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Extra Golfer not attending ConnectFest
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$190.00 |
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ConnectFest Cheers - we shop for you
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$500.00 Suggested Donation |
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ConnectFest Cheers - I will bring wine or spirits
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FREE |
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CBW PAC Contribution
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$500.00 Suggested Donation |
Agenda
| September 21 | |
| 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
ConnectFest Golf Tournament - Heron Lakes Greenback Course
Sponsored by Holman Capital 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 |
ConnectFest Sponsorship Options
CBW ConnectFest is your best opportunity to strengthen your relationships with Washington’s community bankers. Typical attendees are community bank officers, directors, and senior managers. Sponsorship positions your organization as a leading champion of community banking in Washington and of CBW.
Sponsor benefits vary according to sponsor level. Sponsor benefits may include one or more conference registrations, trade show space, recognition in promotional materials and during the conference, attendee list, and more. See sponsor terms & conditions.
Select the sponsor level below. If you have a different budget in mind or would like to add a board meeting sponsorship, contact Kathy Swenson kathy@communitybankers-wa.org.
Corporate Sponsor - $1,800 - 1 attendee, no trade show booth, listing in promo materials, attendee list
Bronze Sponsor - $2,500 - 1 attendee, optional trade show booth, listing in promo materials, attendee list, optional promo items at registration.
Silver Sponsor - $3,500 - 2 attendee, optional trade show booth, logo in promo materials, attendee list, optional promo items at registration, verbal recognition during conference.
Gold Sponsor - $5,500 - 3 attendee registrations, optional trade show booth, featured logo in promo materials, attendee list, optional promo items at registration, verbal recognition of your attendees during conference.
Platinum Sponsor - $7,500 - 4 attendee registrations, optional trade show booth, premiere logo in promo materials, attendee list, optional promo items at registration, two minutes microphone time during conference, golf hole sponsorship
Diamond Sponsor - $10,000 - 5 attendee registrations, optional trade show booth, spotlight logo in promo materials, attendee list, optional promo items at registration, five minutes microphone time during conference, golf hole sponsorship
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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.