Future Branches Austin 2025

Thriving in the Face of Banking Uncertainty

The banking industry is currently facing a period of significant upheaval, with high interest rates, regulatory shifts, and mergers creating an environment of uncertainty. Managing financial ambiguity, bank closures, and the complexities of adopting new technologies like AI and cybersecurity measures are just some of the challenges you are facing every day.

Since 2016, Future Branches has helped thousands of retail banking innovators navigate tough challenges. This December, you'll gain practical insights and strategies, learn how to optimize your branch networks, and enhance customer relationships. Expert-led sessions will offer clarity and actionable solutions to help banking professionals like you thrive in these unpredictable times.

Past Speakers Included

Bold, Brave, Innovative – Learn From the Best in Banking!

100+ Branches

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Melanie Jordan

SVP | Director, Retail Analytics & Strategic Initiatives
Zions Bank

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Jason Furer

Senior Vice President-Channel Distribution Strategy Leader
Wesbanco

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Robyn Breshears

Executive Director, Sales, Service & Support
Arvest Bank Leader

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Josie Huelskamp

President, Retail & Digital Banking
FirstBank

50+ Branches

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Deanne Conterio

SVP / Retail Banking Director
Heartland Bank and Trust Company

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Monica Brooks

Director of Branch Operations
PenFed Credit Union

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Julie Kleffel

Chief Banking Officer
Seacoast Bank

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Cathy dePasquale

Executive Vice President, Director of Deposit Operations
Apple Bank

Under 50 Branches

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Lori Walker

Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
Chambers Bank

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Stacy Suggs

EVP – Chief Operations Officer
Bank Independent

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Jeff McCarthy

SVP, Marketing Director
Bank Five Nine

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Cania Infante

Chief Marketing Officer
Municipal Credit Union

New Insights, New Connections, A New You

Learn From Those Leading The Way

We bring together an incredible group of executives from institutions of different sizes to speak to the challenges and successes they’ve had. Whether you oversee 1 branch or 5000, you will find a speaker from a similar sized institution on stage talking about the future of their network and sharing what has worked for them and even, what hasn’t!

Build Connections like Never Before

Benefit from tons of interactivity with over 15 hours of small discussion groups, creative think-tanks, roundtables, and structured networking activities every day. This is your opportunity to develop relationships, make new contacts and speak “off-the-record” with your peers.

Meet New Innovative Vendors All in One Place

The Future Branches Innovation Hub is THE place to find your next branch transformation partner. See the newest releases from trusted industry leaders and be wow-ed with revolutionary tech from up and coming players.

Connect, Inspire, Thrive

Break the ice, talk strategies and create connections in our interactive learning formats.

Your Most Important Meeting of the Year

Future Branches is the ONLY event gathering an audience of senior retail banking executives looking for the next breakthrough technology to take them into the next year and beyond. Our attendees represent all aspects of financial services in America, from large banking institutions to community credit unions.

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You’re in the Best Company

Future Branches brings together senior financial services professionals responsible for retail banking technology, experience, and strategy.

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400+

Branch Innovators

250

Banks & CUs of all Sizes

15

Hours Intimate Networking

30+

Interactive sessions

#FutureBranches

You’ll come as an attendee and leave as a valued member of our community!
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JW Marriott Austin

110 E 2nd St
Austin, TX 78701
November 18 - 20, 2025

Website | +1 (512) 474-4777

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