Subchapter S Bank Association Annual Conference

The Subchapter S Bank Association’s Annual Conference will take place on Thursday, October 22 and Friday, October 23 at the Marriott Rivercenter along San Antonio’s beautiful River Walk. Financial institution professionals will have the opportunity to tune in to the latest strategies and tactics to improve bank performance and ensure ongoing compliance from the leading industry professionals.

It’s All About the Data – Community Bank Tax Update, October 22, 2026 | 9:40 – 10:50 A.M.

Cherry Bekaert Partner and Financial Institutions Tax Leader Kathy Herbig will join a panel of tax professionals with extensive experience serving community banks. During the panel, Kathy and the panelists will cover the latest hot topics for S Corporations to be aware of, as well as other trends facing the community banking sector.

AI: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, October 22, 2026 | 11:00 – 11:50 A.M.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the financial institutions landscape, creating opportunities for greater efficiency and innovation while introducing new risks and challenges. Kathy Herbig will share the stage with Cherry Bekaert Risk Advisory Partner Jeff Johns, as they explore the evolving role of AI within community banks and provide practical insights into how to responsibly embrace emerging technologies.