IBA LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In addition to the Emerging Leaders and Executive Development Programs, the Idaho Bankers Association (IBA) provides the following opportunities for bankers to continue their professional growth and education.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORMS COMING SOON!

ABA’s EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM & WASHINGTON SUMMIT

March 9-11, 2026

Participate in ABA’s Washington Summit, featuring Capitol Hill visits and engagement with banking policy and advocacy. The Summit’s first day is ABA’s Emerging Leaders Program. Learn more here.

Scholarships available:  two $1500 Emerging Leaders scholarships are available to help cover the cost of travel and hotel.

Application Due Date: TBD 

ICBA’s CAPITAL SUMMIT

May 4-7, 2026

An advocacy and leadership event in Washington, DC, ICBA’s Capital Summit enables community bankers to engage directly with policymakers. Click here for more details.  

Scholarship available: one $1000 scholarship is available to help cover the cost of travel and hotel.

Application Due Date: TBD 

ICBA’s LEAD FWD SUMMIT

Early September 2026, Location TBA

The premier leadership conference for community bank professionals, ICBA’s LEAD FWD covers leadership skills, regulation, strategy and networking. Learn more here.

Scholarship available: one scholarship to cover meeting registration and a stipend to help with travel costs.

  Application Due Date: TBD 

PACIFIC NORTHWEST CAPITOL HILL VISIT

September 22-24, 2026

Join bankers from Idaho, Oregon, and Washington for meetings with federal regulators and Members of Congress in Washington, DC. Join your peers to build relationships, amplify your voice, and shape the regulatory future of the industry. Click here for more information.

Scholarships available:  two $1000 scholarships are available to help cover the cost of travel and hotel. 

Application Due Date: TBD 

IBA’s partnership with the Independent Community Bankers Association and the American Bankers Association allows us to offer these scholarships. IBA appreciates these partners and these opportunities.