Name
CEO Panel
Date & Time
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Speakers
Justin Armstrong - UBank
David Barksdale - Piedmont Federal Bank
Troy Peters - JBT Bank
Nicole Lloyd - Cherry Bekaert
David Barksdale - Piedmont Federal Bank
Troy Peters - JBT Bank
Nicole Lloyd - Cherry Bekaert




Description
In an era marked by economic volatility, digital disruption, and evolving regulatory landscapes, financial institutions are under unprecedented pressure to adapt and lead. This high-level CEO panel brings together successful industry leaders to explore how the industry is redefining resilience, accelerating innovation, maintaining trust with stakeholders and upskilling the next generation of bankers. Attendees will gain exclusive insights into the strategic priorities shaping the future of finance—from AI adoption and cybersecurity to risk management and customer-centric transformation.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand how industry CEOs are balancing innovation with risk management
- Explore strategic approaches to maintaining stakeholder trust
- Gain insight into leadership priorities and organizational transformation models that enable financial institutions to remain competitive and resilient