Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit 2023 | American Bankers Association (ABA) | 13 September 2023 | Virtual

This conference will empower attendees to become change agents for the banking industry and for the community. Bankers will master the leading practices for mitigating systemic barriers that disadvantage marginalized groups—and learn actionable steps to implement change.

Why You Should Attend:
• Be an Agent of Change, Master the leading practices to mitigate systemic biases that disadvantage marginalized groups.
• Get Content that Fits Your Needs. Pick sessions that will nurture your DEI efforts - whether you're looking to explore a new program, engage more fully, or elevate an existing initiative.
• Cultivate a Network. Share stories with peers and learn deeper insights from experts.
• Support Your Bank’s Bottom Line. A diverse working environment has a positive impact on a company's financial performance.
• Be a Bank Known as a “Best Place to Work”. Create a culture that is welcoming and equitable to all, and your bankers will thank you.
• It’s a Smart Business Move. Be one of the banks making public commitments to fostering DEI, and then follow through.

2023 Speakers

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

Shola Richards
Founder & CEO, Global, Best-selling Author, Speaker, Coach & Consultant, Go Together™

SPEAKERS:

Naomi Mercer
Senior Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, American Bankers Association

Marina Gracias
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Varo Money, Inc.

Charm Bullard
Senior Advisor to the CEO, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC)

Samantha Maston
CAMS, BSA – CTR Alert Analyst, Fulton Bank

Sar Moon Rose
IT Data Quality Senior Engineer, Fulton Bank

Malakai Strong
Public Speaker and Writer, Freelance

Jacob Mowry
Vice President, Marketing Manager, F&M Bank

Pam Confer, Ph.D.
Corporate Humorist, Master HR Trainer, Jazz Artist, Confer Consulting and Communications, LLC