ICBA Breaking Barriers

Join us December 1-2, 2026 for ICBA Breaking Barriers.

Breaking Barriers is an invite-only forum for large community bank leaders navigating growth beyond $1B. This is where candid conversation replaces surface level commentary, and you and your peers can speak openly about the realities of operating at scale.

What makes Breaking Barriers different?

• Built for banks beyond $1B: Discover innovative solutions designed to address the same scale-driven realities of regulatory pressure, higher-stakes strategic decisions, and the demands that come with growth.
• Candid exchange with your peers: Participate in an intentionally small, senior-level forum designed for honest dialogue. Your invitation grants you access to a room full of leaders who understand the stakes, share your real-world experience, and are equally committed to elevating community banking.
• Clarity that informs decisions: Understand what potential changes to the political and regulatory landscape may mean for your balance sheet, long-term strategy, and independence.

OptimaFI is proud to be a sponsor of this event at The Conrad in Washington, DC.