Connect · Collaborate · Grow

2026 NDBA Peer Group Consortium

Two days of timely education, meaningful conversations and peer-to-peer connection for banking professionals from across North Dakota.

Tuesday, October 13

Start with insight—and connection.

Begin the Consortium with an afternoon focused on fraud prevention, followed by dinner and networking at the North Dakota Gateway to Science.

1:00–4:30 PM

NDBA Fraud Forum

Timely discussion and practical insight focused on emerging fraud risks and the challenges facing financial institutions.

Candlewood Suites

4400 Skyline Crossings, Bismarck

5:30–7:30 PM

Welcome Reception

Enjoy dinner, conversation and an opportunity to reconnect with banking peers and industry partners.

North Dakota Gateway to Science

1600 Canary Avenue, Bismarck

Wednesday, October 14

Consortium Schedule

National Energy Center of Excellence · Bismarck State College Campus
Schedule is subject to change.

8:30–9:15 AM

Networking Breakfast

9:15–9:45 AM

A Few Words From Our Sponsors

9:45–10:00 AM

Welcome Jamie Nelson, NDBA Chair

10:00–10:20 AM

Implications of Wire Fraud Adam Dawson, Midwest Bankers Insurance Services

10:20–10:50 AM

Visionary Voices in Banking

10:50–11:00 AM

The Importance of Partnerships

11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Reclaim Your Energy, Amplify Your Impact Keynote presentation by Karli Moch

12:00–12:30 PM

Lunch

12:30–4:00 PM

Peer Group Breakout Sessions Targeted discussion, shared expertise and practical takeaways.

Peer-to-Peer Learning

Confirmed Peer Groups

Meet with banking professionals who understand your work, share your challenges and can offer practical insight from across the industry.

01Audit

02Chief Credit Officer

03Communications & Marketing

04Compliance

05Credit Analyst

06Enterprise Risk Management

07Fraud

08Front Line Operations

09Human Resources

10Information Technology

Thank You

2026 Consortium Sponsors

We appreciate the organizations whose partnership makes this event possible.

Featured Keynote Speaker

Karli Moch

Reclaim Your Energy, Amplify Your Impact

In a world that constantly demands more, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from what matters most. This session helps participants identify what's fueling or draining their energy, reconnect with their purpose, and become more intentional in both life and leadership. More than titles or achievements, our greatest impact comes from how we show up for others. Attendees will leave re-energized, refocused, and equipped with practical tools to move forward with greater clarity and intention.

Key Takeaways

Identify what's fueling vs. draining your energy
Clarify purpose-driven goals beyond achievement
Create a vision for your future through a guided Dream Storm
Lead and live with greater intention while putting people first

Karli Moch is a Leadership & Performance Coach and keynote speaker who helps individuals and teams lead with greater purpose, connection, and intention. Inspired by her own journey through a life-threatening illness, Karli empowers athletes, leaders, and organizations to align who they are with what they do through mindset shifts, intentional goal-setting, and practical strategies that strengthen both performance and personal growth.

Wednesday, October 14 · 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Join your peers in Bismarck.

Make meaningful connections, exchange ideas and return to your bank with fresh perspective and practical insight.