The Countdown Is On! CONNECT 2026 Is Building Momentum

209 community banking professionals are already registered... are you?

The excitement is growing, the attendee list is climbing, and CONNECT 2026 is quickly becoming the can't-miss event for Georgia's community banking industry. From September 24–27, community bankers from across the state will gather at the beautiful Omni Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa in Asheville, North Carolina, for three unforgettable days of education, networking, and fun.

If CONNECT isn't on your calendar yet, now is the time to make it happen!

Save $150 with Early Bird Registration
There's still time to take advantage of our Early Bird discount, but the clock is ticking. Register by July 13 to save $150 on your convention registration. It's the easiest way to maximize your professional development budget while gaining access to four days of exceptional education, networking, and industry insights.

Bring Your Team
CONNECT is even more valuable when you attend with your coworkers. Sending multiple team members allows your bank to:

• Divide and conquer educational sessions, bringing back more ideas and practical takeaways.
• Strengthen relationships with peers, regulators, and industry partners.
• Encourage team collaboration by sharing new strategies and best practices after the conference.
• Invest in the professional development of emerging leaders while senior staff stay current on industry trends.
• Maximize your bank's return on investment by expanding the knowledge your organization brings home.

Whether you send executives, lenders, directors, operations staff, or future leaders, your entire organization benefits from the experience.

Reserve Your Spot for the Biltmore Estate Experience
One of the most anticipated events of CONNECT 2026 is our exclusive visit to the breathtaking Biltmore Estate. This optional excursion includes motorcoach transportation, admission to the estate for a self-guided tour, and a reception upon returning to the hotel.

Tickets are limited and have been selling quickly, so be sure to purchase yours when you register or by logging back into your registration before they sell out. Adult tickets are $50 each and children until 17 are $35 each. CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

Book Your Hotel After You Register
After completing your CONNECT registration, you'll receive a confirmation email that includes your exclusive link to reserve your room at the Omni Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa. Hotel reservations are available only through this registration process, so don't delay in securing your accommodations once you've registered. Rooms are selling out in our block so make sure you grab yours today. If you have an associate attending as well, we encourage you to follow up with them to make sure their hotel rooms are secure.

We'll See You in Asheville!
CONNECT 2026 is more than a conference—it's where community bankers come together to learn, collaborate, and build relationships that strengthen our industry. With 209 attendees already committed, incredible educational programming, unforgettable networking opportunities, and special events like our Biltmore Estate excursion, you won't want to miss it.

Register by July 13 to save $150, reserve your hotel room, secure your Biltmore ticket, and join us September 24–27 for CONNECT 2026!