Empowering Women, Elevating Community Banking

October 22-23, 2025  | Fort Worth

Join us for a day of inspiration, insight and connection at the Women in Community Banking Conference—a dynamic, one-day event created by women, for women in Texas community banking. Whether you're just getting started or have decades under your belt, this is your space to learn from real stories, share your own and walk away energized for what’s next.

Hosted by the IBAT Education Foundation, this annual tradition dives deep into the topics that matter most—accounting, legal, compliance, employment and more—paired with powerful conversations on leadership, regulation and the unique challenges women face in the industry.

Come ready to grow your network, amplify your voice and celebrate the powerful community of women shaping the future of Texas community banking.

IBAT Member (Women Only): $150
 

Keynote Speaker

Overcoming Obstacles When life gives you lemons, grab some vodka and make spiked lemonade. Join us for an inspiring session with Darlene Ellison, Senior Vice President Community Bank Lender at Veritex Bank, as she uses personal stories to help us navigate change, pivots and transitions, both personally and professionally.  Darlene is a Dallas native with 37+ years in psychology, finance and community leadership. As SVP and Lakewood Market Leader at Veritex Community Bank, she’s known for her strategic, relationship-driven business development. A nationally recognized author and child advocacy speaker, she’s appeared on Oprah, 20/20 and Dateline. Darlene founded five award-winning Women in Business groups across Texas and created an internship program for future women leaders. She’s been honored by Forbes, the Dallas Business Journal and SMU Cox for her impactful work in business and mentorship.

Girls Inc. of Tarrant County

Proud Nonprofit Partner of the 2025 Women in Community Banking Event IBAT is honored to partner with Girls Inc. of Tarrant County  as our nonprofit partner for the 2025 Women in Community Banking event. Girls Inc. empowers girls in grades 6–12 to discover their strengths, embrace their voices and achieve their full potential through mentorship, education and a powerful sense of sisterhood. Their work touches the lives of nearly 17,000 young women each year—helping to shape the confident leaders of tomorrow. We invite attendees to join us in supporting this incredible mission by bringing items from the Girls Inc. Wish List listed below or by purchasing directly from their Amazon Wish List. Every thoughtful gift will make a lasting impact on the lives of the young women they serve each year.

Girls Inc. Wish List

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EVENT SPONSORS

Diamond Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Alliance Funding Group CP Insurance Associates

Bronze Sponsors

Digital Onboarding, Inc. HC3 Strunk LLC