Widely regarded as the financial industry’s premier M&A and growth event, Bank Director’s 2013 Acquire or Be Acquired conference will offer you more opportunities to hear success stories from fellow bankers – on the buy side and the sell side.

1. THE PREMIER M&A EVENT
“Fantastic event! Many relevant topics and opportunities to
concentrate for several days on thinking about M&A.”
– Bill Yoder, Southern Community Bank and 2012 AOBA conference attendee

2. STATE OF THE INDUSTRY
An annual highlight! One of the financial services industry’s most well-known
advisers reviews the operating conditions for banks across the country to
help you make more informed decisions on the strategic challenges ahead.

3. DISCUSSION GROUPS
Interactive discussion groups with banking experts and your
banking peers allow for more one-on-one dialogues.

4. BANKER’S PANEL
Hear from bankers like you as they discuss what worked for
them in finalizing a successful deal.

5. M&A SIMULATION
Work side-by-side with industry experts in this interactive exercise
where participants role-play – as buyers and sellers – in an attempt to
negotiate a mutually beneficial merger transaction.

6. REGIONAL ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
New in 2013, regional roundtable discussions allow you to find out
about financial trends in your region. Hear from industry leaders and
discuss opportunities in your banking community.

7. HEAR FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS
“These folks did an excellent job of “connecting the dots” between the
economy, customers, finance, demographics and day-to-day banking issues.
Excellent, informative, well presented.”
– Bill Rowland, First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Inc. and 2012 AOBA conference attendee

8. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Enjoy the last day with an afternoon golf tournament and
opportunities to network.
“Excellent Time Spent.” – 2012 AOBA conference attendee

9. WORKSHOPS
“Very insightful and good material to take away.”
- Charles Smith, NorStates Bank and 2012 AOBA conference attendee

10. MAKE YOUR PLANS TO ATTEND TODAY
Register for the 2013 Acquire or Be Acquired conference before August 31
with promo code “AOBA2013” and receive an additional $100 off the
already reduced early rate – that means you can register for only $1,395!