ICBA

An immersive experience that celebrates the heart of community banking. From powerful keynote speakers and immersive learning labs to high-energy networking events and cutting-edge fintech showcases.

Speaking Session:

Speaker-
Deedee Myers
CEO, DDJ Myers, an ALM First Company

Title-
Strategic Thinking at Every Level: Building a Culture of Forward-Thinking Leadership

Description-
Strategic thinking isn’t just a C-suite skill — it’s a core competency needed at every level of an organization. Yet, research shows that one in three employees lacks the strategic literacy to do their job effectively, and two in five employers believe this gap is widespread across their teams. When leaders — from rising managers to seasoned executives — struggle to think and act strategically, it limits an organization’s capacity for innovation, agility, and long-term success. This interactive session goes beyond theory to explore the practical practices that foster strategic acumen across your organization, while also tying in the critical role of succession planning in sustaining that growth.

Date- 
March 8, 2026

Time-
7:30 – 8:20 a.m.