Know Before You Go - Annual Convention

Convention Home

We are excited to welcome you to French Lick next week. To help you prepare for the convention, below are some helpful tips.


Hotel Information

All events for the IBA Annual Convention will be held at French Lick Resort located at 8670 State Road 56, French Lick, IN 47432. The phone number is 812-936-9300, and the website is frenchlick.com. Check-in time is 4 p.m., and our group has an an extended check-out at noon.

Directions

The French Lick Springs Hotel address is 8670 State Road 56, French Lick, IN 47432.

If you are traveling from the north, read this before mapping. If you are using either Google or Apple maps, the directions suggest you turn off IN-37 at Mitchell. This road is narrow and curvy and will likely take longer. The best route from the north is to stay on IN-37 to Paoli, and then go west on IN-56 into French Lick.

Parking

French Lick offers complimentary valet and self-park. To utilize valet, simply pull up to the front entrance of the hotel. Self-parking is available either in the surface lot in front of the entrance or in the parking garage adjacent to the casino.

Dress

The Sunday Chairman’s Banquet will be business dress with a black-tie option. For all other convention events and sessions, we recommend business casual attire.

Exhibit Hall Activities

This year’s event features 45 booths featuring cutting-edge products and services specifically designed for the banking industry all under one roof in the IBA exhibit hall. The exhibit hall is the site of several convention functions, including both Sunday and Monday receptions and breakfast on Monday.

Registration

The IBA registration and information desk will be open on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the event center. We will also be open on Monday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for questions and directions.

Wi-Fi

The French Lick Conference Center has complimentary Wi-Fi. Simply connect to FLRC-WiFi. No password is needed.

Convention Mobile App

Mobile app QR code Use the Convention Mobile App for Schedules, Session & Exhibit Info. You can also interact with other conference attendees. Scan the QR code with your phone's camera or visit the IBA webpage for links to download. There is also a desktop version.

Attendee List

A complete list of attendees is available on the IBA website and will also be included in your registration materials and through the mobile app.

Spouse/Guest Activities

All guest activities are included in the registration, but we do want attendees to sign up so we can keep an accurate number of attendees. Contact Susan Clark or stop at the registration desk if you still need to sigh up.

Convention Social Events

Golf Tournament

Sunday, Sept. 11 • 11:00 AM Shotgun Start

Golfers will receive a box lunch at the golf course, and beverages will be available throughout the day. Transportation from the hotel to the course is available, as well as rental clubs, by calling the French Lick Resort. Pairings will be available on the IBA website after noon on Friday, August 25.

Chairman’s Banquet

Sunday, August 27 • Reception 6:00 PM, Dinner, Program & Entertainment 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

This year’s convention will once again feature the Chairman’s Banquet on Sunday night. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception, followed by an elegant, black-tie-optional dinner and recognition of our past presidents and members of the IBA 40 Year Club.

Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos is a high energy, all request sing along show for all ages. This interactive act brings together music and comedy for a night you'll be laughing about for weeks! From John Lennon to John Legend, Beach Boys to Beastie Boys, Felix and Fingers will play anything. Come ready with your favorite requests and prepare to laugh and sing with this one-of-a-kind dueling pianos show.

Hospitality Suite

Sunday, August 27 • 10:00 PM - Midnight

For those looking for after-hours camaraderie, we will host the Hospitality Suite on Sunday night on the mezzanine level of the hotel. Come join us to meet, socialize and network with other convention attendees.

Auction QR codeFLD Silent Auction & Dinner

Monday, August 28 • 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM

Join us for dinner and the opportunity to bid on treasures such as event tickets, golf items, decorative pieces, sports memorabilia, jewelry and purses, toys and specialty items. Visit iba.wedoauctions.com to register.

Euchre Tournament

Monday, August 28 • 9:15 PM - 11:15 PM

Join us on the mezzanine level of the hotel for a little late-night diversion at the IBA euchre tournament. We’ll be playing a progressive tournament with multiple changes in partner, and each person scoring individually. Sign up at the IBA registration desk.

Late Night Pizza Party

Monday, August 28 • 10:00 - 11:00 pm

This year we will be offering hospitality for both non-players and casual euchre players as well. Join us for late night pizza on the Hotel Mezzanine during the tournament.

Questions or Concerns?

Chris Bennett, VP Meetings & Events
cbennett@indiana.bank