An Immersive Experience Dedicated to Shaping the Future of Financial Services
Dates: March 10-12, 2025Location: Ideation Center | Phoenix, AZRSVP Now |
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The Premier Event for Financial Visionaries
Visionary Voices 2025, powered by DBSI, is the must-attend event for financial executives reshaping retail banking. Discover bold strategies and innovations to not just meet today’s evolving customer needs, but exceed them.
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Engage with Industry Experts
Gain valuable insights from the changemakers who are shaping the industry. |
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Discover Innovative Solutions
Explore the latest design trends, technologies and strategies that can enhance your experience. |
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Network with Peers
Connect with banking professionals, expand your network, and share best practices. |
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Gain Actionable Insights
Walk away with actionable strategies that you can easily implement. |
Visionary Speakers
Marous
Speaker | Publisher | Podcast Host

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Exclusive networking opportunities with Jim Marous and industry leaders.
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Interactive workshops and deep-dive conversations.
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Live audience recording of the Banking Transformed podcast.
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Marous
Speaker | Publish | Podcast Host
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Exclusive networking opportunities with Jim Marous and industry leaders.
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Interactive workshops and deep-dive conversations.
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Live audience recording of the Banking Transformed podcast.
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Kritz
CXO | DBSI

Trombly
SVP of Banking Transformation | DBSI

Kritz
CXO | DBSI

Kritz
CXO | DBSI

Trombly
SVP of Banking Transformation | DBSI

Kritz
EXO | DBSI

Forsyth
Director of Transformation Strategy | DBSI

Semyekhina
SVP of Digital Creative | DBSI

Kurtz
COO | DBSI

Forsyth
Director of Transformation Strategy | DBSI

Semyekhina
SVP of Digital Creative | DBSI

Kurtz
COO | DBSI

Farmer
Director of Equipment | DBSI

Eastwood
Director of Architectural Services | DBSI

Wilson
Architectural Coordinator | DBSI

Farmer
Director of Equipment | DBSI

Eastwood
Director of Architectural Services | DBSI

Wilson
Architectural Coordinator | DBSI
Visionary Speakers
Marous
Speaker | Publisher | Podcast Host

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Exclusive networking opportunities with Jim Marous and industry leaders.
|
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Interactive workshops and deep-dive conversations.
|
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Live audience recording of the Banking Transformed podcast.
|

Marous
Speaker | Publish | Podcast Host
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Exclusive networking opportunities with Jim Marous and industry leaders.
|
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Interactive workshops and deep-dive conversations.
|
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Live audience recording of the Banking Transformed podcast.
|

Kritz
EXO | DBSI

Forrai
Director of Banking Transformation | DBSI

Kritz
EXO | DBSI

Forrai
Director of Banking Transformation | DBSI

Forsyth
Director of Transformation Strategy | DBSI

Semyekhina
SVP of Digital Creative | DBSI

Kurtz
SVP of Operations | DBSI

Forsyth
Director of Transformation Strategy | DBSI

Semyekhina
SVP of Digital Creative | DBSI

Kurtz
SVP of Operations | DBSI

Farmer
Director of Equipment | DBSI

Eastwood
Director of Architectural Services | DBSI

Hearn
Interior Designer | DBSI

Farmer
Director of Equipment | DBSI

Eastwood
Director of Architectural Services | DBSI

Hearn
Interior Designer | DBSI
Unlock Breakthrough Ideas
and New Perspectives
Experience, Engage, and Immerse Yourself in the Future of Banking
Unlock Breakthrough Ideas and New Perspectives
Experience, Engage, and Immerse Yourself in the Future of Banking
Day 1 HIGHLIGHTS |
Welcome Reception
Join us for an evening of exclusive networking and connection with industry powerhouses.

VIP Tours
Explore the Ideation Center and discover innovative solutions.

More to Come...
Explore the Ideation Center and discover innovative solutions.

Day 2 HIGHLIGHTS |
DBSI Deep-Dives
Dive into expert-led sessions on leading financial transformation strategies.

Live Podcast
Join Jim Marous for a live recording of the Banking Transformed Podcast with DBSI special guest EJ Kritz.

Conversations & Cocktails with Jim
Enjoy dinner and take part in an exclusive evening discussion with industry expert Jim Marous.

More to Come...
Explore the Ideation Center and discover innovative solutions.

Day 3 HIGHLIGHTS |
Power Breakfast
Jumpstart day three with self-guided huddle sessions and peer networking.

Accelerate Your Transformation: Mastermind Sessions
Participate in dynamic workshops and collaborative discussions that inspire active engagement and idea sharing.

More to Come...
Explore the Ideation Center and discover innovative solutions.

Thank You to Our Event Partners




Event Agenda
DAY 1
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Monday,March10 |
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Arrival & Registration
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Welcome Reception & Remarks
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EJ KritzCXO, DBSI |
5:10 PM - 5:30 PM
The Culture of Branch Transformation
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Nicol MatthewsPresident & CEO, Harvest Coaching & Consulting, LLC. |
DAY 2
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Tuesday,March11 |
8:00 AM
Registration & Donut Truck
9:00 AM
DBSI Welcome
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Corde KurtzCOO, DBSI |
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John DillonPartnership Strategist, DBSI |
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Setting the Tone: The True Meaning of Transformation
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EJ KritzCXO, DBSI |
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Optimizing Branch Networks: How to Turn Data into Growth
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Tom LongFounder & Principal, The Long Group |
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Break
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Peer to Peer Roundtable
Breaking Barriers: Removing the Hurdles of Experience Transformation
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Mike ForsythDirector of Banking Transformation, DBSI |
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Unlock Better Banking: 3 Strategies to Harness Technology for Growth
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Michael BallEVP Marketing, Kinective |
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Like a Glove: Ensuring Tech is a Seamless Fit
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B.A. EastwoodDirector of Architecture Services, DBSI |
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Maryn WilsonArchitectural Coordinator, DBSI |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Banking Transformed: Live Podcast Recording
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Jim MarousCo-Publisher, The Financial Brand |
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EJ KritzCXO, DBSI |
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Break
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
FIRESIDE CHAT
Rewriting the Rulebook: The New Approach to Branch Experience
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Alisa SemyekhinaSVP of Digital Creative, DBSI |
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Carla TromblySVP of Banking Transformation, DBSI |
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Innovation Highlight: Real-Time NPS
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Ray K. RaganCo-Founder, VeroTerra |
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Self-Service & Maximizing Your FTEs
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Amanda FarmerDirector of Equipment, DBSI |
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Break
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
Featured Keynote: Jim Marous
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Jim MarousCo-Publisher, The Financial Brand & Banking Transformed Podcast Host |
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Bar Opens & Dinner
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cocktails & Conversations
DAY 3
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Wednesday,March12 |
8:00 AM
Power Breakfast
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Accelerate Your Transformation: Tailored Strategies for Your FI's Success
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Break & Networking
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Closing Remarks
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EJ KritzCXO, DBSI |
Thank You to Our Transformation Partners







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