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Strategic growth for emerging leaders

The Emerging Leaders Program at Annual Convention provides development opportunities that help rising professionals prioritize growth and strategic career transformation while finding ways to serve their bank’s mission at a higher level. Attendees will leave prepared to navigate the industry with confidence — building trust, influence and meaningful peer networks along the way.

Emerging Leaders Program sessions

EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM: PART 1

Blueprint for top performance


Monday, Oct. 26, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

High-performing teams and leaders are what organizations want most — but what are the day-to-day realities of achieving and maintaining that level of excellence? Explore how emerging leaders reach the next level, the mindset needed to get there and what separates those who expand their scope and influence from those who plateau. Walk away with a four-step blueprint to increase clarity and take bold action that accelerates your success.

Velera Wilson has over 20 years of experience helping leaders and teams increase confidence, performance and strategically navigate change — work she does through her company, Positive Identity. She has led high-performing global teams and driven multi-million-dollar revenue for industry giants like AT&T and Fiserv. Through her award-winning book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", TEDx talk, research, articles and interviews, Velera delivers transformative messages that help people break through limiting beliefs, embrace change and achieve incredible results.

“This was an amazing opportunity, very well organized and loved it. I definitely want to do it again, and again, and again.”

– 2025 Emerging Leaders Program attendee

 

Other opportunities

  • Emerging Leaders Lounge
    A dedicated space in The Hub designed for Emerging Leaders to network, exchange ideas and connect with one another.
  • Emerging Leader Awards
    The ABA Emerging Leader Awards identify and recognize the next generation of bank leaders who are committed to the highest standards of achievement and service to the industry and their communities. 

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Keep Me Informed

Get updates on ABA Annual Convention as we develop this year's program. Contact Traci Leiva if you have any questions.