Forum 2026

Professional Development Scholarship Program

Full- and partial scholarships to help banking providers invest in leadership development, innovation, and growth at a time when budgets are tight.

This new scholarship initiative is designed for community institutions, rising leaders at bank and credit union, and teams facing limited budgets — helping them access the ideas, expertise, and inspiration they need for the year ahead.

Scholarships Awarded:

  • 100 partial scholarships covering up to $1,900 of the Forum 2026 registration fee
  • 20 full scholarships covering the entire registration fee
  • Each scholarship includes an all-access pass to 70+ sessions, including keynotes, breakouts, masterclasses, leadership forums, networking events, meals and receptions

Eligibility: Senior leaders at retail banks and credit unions. (Vendors, consultants, and solution providers are not eligible.)

Early Application Deadline: December 15, 2025.

Ready to Apply? The application takes less than a minute, and you’ll get a decision within 48 hours.

If accepted, you’ll receive a one-time, personalized registration link and scholarship code valid for a limited period. Each award must be redeemed by the date listed in your acceptance email.

Don’t wait! These scholarships are limited and may close earlier if the volume of qualified applicants exceeds available awards.

Scholarship Application

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