Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

The 135th
Annual Convention

September 19 – 21, 2026

The Mayflower Hotel • Washington, D.C.

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When Sept. 19–21, 2026
Where Washington, D.C.
Venue The Mayflower Hotel
Washington, D.C.
Why Washington

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!

For 135 years, Kentucky bankers have gathered to shape the future of our industry. This year, we are taking that mission to Washington, D.C., where policy meets purpose and your voice carries directly to the people who write the rules.

  • Hear Matt Eversmann — Army Ranger veteran of Black Hawk Down — on leadership under pressure
  • Learn from Evy Poumpouras — former Secret Service agent and Medal of Valor recipient — on reading people and performing fearlessly
  • Network with 200+ banking professionals from across the Commonwealth
  • Experience the best of Washington, D.C., together
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135 Years of Kentucky banking leadership
200+ Banking professionals and industry vendors
3 Days of policy, access, and connection
The Mayflower Hotel, Washington, D.C.
Headquarters Hotel

The Mayflower Hotel

1127 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20036

Established 1925
Architect Warren & Wetmore
Location Steps from the White House
Known As Grande Dame of Washington

Opened for Calvin Coolidge's inaugural ball, The Mayflower has hosted every president since. Its Grand Promenade stretches an entire city block beneath gilded ceilings and crystal chandeliers.

A limited block of rooms has been reserved at a special group rate. These rooms will go fast.

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Featured Speakers

Voices That Command Attention

Retired U.S. Army First Sergeant

Matt Eversmann

One of the soldiers whose leadership in Mogadishu was immortalized in Black Hawk Down, Matt Eversmann has spent decades studying how ordinary people perform under extraordinary pressure. A Bronze Star with Valor recipient, Emmy winner, and New York Times bestselling author, he brings hard-won lessons in standards, discipline, and trust to leaders across every industry.

★  Bronze Star Medal with Valor
Former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent

Evy Poumpouras

Evy Poumpouras protected presidents, led criminal investigations, and served as a polygraph examiner specializing in human behavior and deception detection. A Medal of Valor recipient for her actions on September 11, she is now NBC’s national law enforcement analyst and the international bestselling author of Becoming Bulletproof.

★  Medal of Valor Award
While You're Here

Explore Washington, D.C.

The capital is more than a backdrop — it's an experience. Here are some of the must-see destinations within easy reach of The Mayflower Hotel.

Smithsonian Museums

Twenty-one world-class museums spanning art, history, science, and culture — all free admission.

The National Mall

Two miles of memorials, monuments, and gathering spaces stretching from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial.

U.S. Capitol

The seat of Congress, with public tours of the Rotunda, Statuary Hall, and the Capitol Visitor Center.

Lincoln Memorial

One of America's most iconic monuments, anchoring the western end of the National Mall.

Arlington National Cemetery

The nation's most hallowed military ground, home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and JFK's gravesite.

Georgetown

Historic cobblestone streets, upscale shopping, and waterfront dining along the Potomac.

The Wharf

A revitalized waterfront district with restaurants, live music venues, and harbor views just south of the Mall.

The White House

Visit the White House Visitor Center year-round, or request a tour through your member of Congress.