Sponsor Details 2026

Important Details - 2026 ConnectFest

September 21-23, 2026 at Ilani Resort

Thank you for your support of CBW and your commitment to community banking in Washington. This is a prime opportunity to reach a high number of decision makers in the community banking industry. Convention sponsors are recognized as leading supporters of community banks. I am confident that you will find great value in your investment.

AGENDA - The most up to date version can be found on our event app, available after July 1st. 

Attendee List - registered attendees can see the list of attendees on the event app. 

What's Included - Your sponsorship includes all the receptions, dinners, and educational events. One of the primary reasons for attending the convention is the amount of time you can be talking with the community bankers. The TableTop Showcase is a chance to show your “stuff”, but the opportunities to introduce yourself to individual bankers last the entire convention. We request that you not schedule any meeting or events that conflict with convention activities.

​TableTop Showcase

This is a tabletop trade show.  Each space includes a round cocktail table & table cloth

Schedule Please be at your booth during showcase hours.

Tuesday, Sept. 22
+ Before 7:30 am - Set Up completed by 7:30 am so not disturb general session speakers
+ 3:00-5:30 pm - Showcase Happy Hour

Wednesday, Sept. 23
+ 7:00 am-11:00 am Tear down & pack your materials for shipping

​Trade Show Layout - Layout will be available about 15 days before the event

Conference Attire - All events, meals, and education are casual, including jeans.

ConnectFest Cheers! -  We're turning up the fun with a premium mix of wines & spirits, each wrapped and ready for a mystery reveal.  Whether you walk away with a bold red, a top-shelf spirit, or something resembling communion wine, every pull is a win.  Proceeds support CBW PAC.  More details soon.  Please consider donating either wine/spirits or tell us how much you want to spend and we will do the shopping for you.

Beyond the Agenda

Invite a banker to dinner - opportunity on Sunday 9/20 and Monday 9/21. Reservations recommended in the hotel.

Night Drop Lounge - join the bankers to unwind from the day. Tuesday evening just off the casino floor from about 9pm until 11:00 pm. Hosted cocktails & snacks.

Shipping Information (see full info & fees)

TBA

Convention Venue

Ilani Resort, 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield WA 98642

Nearest airport is Portland International (PDX)

On site Contacts during conference
Kathy Swenson - 360-789-4004 or kathy@communitybankers-wa.org
Janel Chapman – 360-870-0332 or janel@communitybankers-wa.org

2026 Sponsor Terms & Conditions:

Sponsor attendee registration includes all ConnectFest events, meals, and education sessions.
Only CBW Associate Members in good standing are eligible to attend or sponsor this conference and/or participate in the TableTop Showcase (trade show). Showcase space is available based on sponsor level and space available. Sales tax on conference registration for designated number of sponsor attendees is included in the sponsorship fee,  There is no requirement to use all of the included sponsor registrations.  Additional delegate registrations above the number included in sponsorship are $675 + tax each.  

2026 Sponsor Terms & Conditions:

Sponsors may not host meetings or events for conference attendees that conflict with the conference agenda.

Cancellation permitted with notice in writing to CBW. If notice is received by August 1, 2021, 50% of the sponsorship will be refunded. If notice is received after August 1, 2026, no refund will be made, and the sponsor agrees to pay in full as promised.  

No refunds or credits will be given for registrants or sponsors who do not attend an event without prior notification as per the terms stated above.  

Sponsors may not host meetings or events for conference attendees that conflict with the conference agenda. Cancellation permitted with notice in writing to CBW. If notice is received by August 1, 2026, 50% of the sponsorship will be refunded. If notice is received after August 1, 2026, no refund will be made, and the sponsor agrees to pay in full as promised. 

Suit casing Strictly Prohibited - Suit casing is the act of soliciting business by a non-exhibiting/sponsoring company during the event (Sept. 20-23, 2026) or in other public spaces, including another company's booth, event center, or on the venue property. It is CBW event management's objective to do everything legally possible to protect its exhibitors, sponsors, and attendees from suit casing