2026 Women & Allies Conference
March 5, 2026 | Hilton Baltimore BWI Hotel
March 5, 2026 | Hilton Baltimore BWI Hotel
The Women & Allies Conference is designed to benefit all individuals serving in a leadership capacity within their bank – from first-level managers to executives, throughout department and support areas.
All bankers have an opportunity to be thoughtful allies to others in their organization. Together we can make an intentional commitment to use our voice, credibility, knowledge, and/or power to support others.
Join bankers from across Maryland for a day of thought-provoking and engaging sessions celebrating leaders at all levels!
All bankers have an opportunity to be thoughtful allies to others in their organization. Together we can make an intentional commitment to use our voice, credibility, knowledge, and/or power to support others.
Join bankers from across Maryland for a day of thought-provoking and engaging sessions celebrating leaders at all levels!
Agenda
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. - Welcome Reception | Networking
Thursday, March 5, 2026
7:45 – 8:30 a.m. - Registration | Breakfast | Networking | Headshots
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. - Welcome Remarks | Table Icebreaker
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. - Welcome Reception | Networking
Thursday, March 5, 2026
7:45 – 8:30 a.m. - Registration | Breakfast | Networking | Headshots
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. - Welcome Remarks | Table Icebreaker
9:00 - 9:45 a.m. - "Real Talk: Women in the Workplace"
9:45 – 10:00 a.m. - Networking Break | Headshots
10:00 - 10:45 a.m. - "Real Leadership: Leading with Purpose, Resilience & Impact"
10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. - "Real Talk: Mythbusters — Breaking the Myths Holding Women Back”
11:30 – 11:45 a.m. - Lunch
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. - "Real Leadership: A Fireside Chat on Legacy, Lessons & What Comes Next”
1:00 – 1:45 p.m. - "Real Talk: Women's Health & Well-Being in the Workplace”
1:45 – 1:55 p.m. - Networking Break | Headshots
1:55 – 3:25 p.m. - "Real Impact: Hands-On Giving With Purpose"
3:25 – 3:30 p.m. - Adjourn
*Session topics and speakers are subject to change.
Registration & AllyShip Support Levels
MBA/VBA Member Early-Bird Registration - $399 per person (Before February 10)
MBA/VBA Member Registration - $425 per person (After February 10)
Non-Member Registration - $649 per person
MBA/VBA Member Registration - $425 per person (After February 10)
Non-Member Registration - $649 per person
Interested in bringing multiple attendees and supporting this event at a higher level? The following Allyship Support Levels are available. All include recognition as a supporter of the event, including on signage, name tags, and promotional marketing.
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Cheerleader Allies - $5,000
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Advocate Allies - $3,500
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Amplifier Allies - $2,000
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Champion Allies - $1,000
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Hotel Information
Hilton Baltimore BWI Hotel
1739 West Nursery Road
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
The association has reserved a block of rooms at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Hotel at the rate of $149/night, plus applicable taxes and fees. Click here to make your reservation by the cut-off date, February 18, 2026.
1739 West Nursery Road
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
The association has reserved a block of rooms at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Hotel at the rate of $149/night, plus applicable taxes and fees. Click here to make your reservation by the cut-off date, February 18, 2026.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Women & Allies Conference? Contact Ann DeVilbiss, MBA's Head of Events & Membership Experience, for additional information.
2026 Women & Allies Sponsors by Ann DeVilbiss
If you have questions, please contact MBA's Head of Events & Membership Experience Ann DeVilbiss (443-837-1606) for additional information.
