Know Before You Go - Mega Conference

We are excited to welcome you to the 2023 Mega Conference! This year’s event will be May 16-18, 2023, at the Indiana Convention Center and the Westin Downtown.

Below are some links to information you might find helpful before you come to the conference.

Location – This year we will be using meeting rooms that we have never been in before. Hall F is in the center of the Indiana Convention Center at 100 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225. The entrance at the corner of Capitol Avenue and Georgia Street will give you the closest access. The Mega registration desk will be on the first floor of the Convention Center in Hall F. Directional signs will help guide your way.

Tuesday Welcome Reception - All Mega registrants are invited to the Westin Indianapolis on Tuesday night from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. for a welcome reception honoring our associate members. This event is in the Capitol Overlook on the 2nd floor of the hotel.

Hotel & Hospitality Suite – The Westin Indianapolis is located at 241 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204, and is attached to the Indiana Convention Center via skywalk. This will be the site of the IBA hospitality suite on Tuesday and Wednesday nights on the 3rd floor of the hotel. Please plan to stop by!

Fintech Showcase – On Wednesday, May 17 from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., you can experience live pitches of emerging companies in the 2023 Mega Fintech Showcase. This session is designed to allow bankers to engage with early stage fintech companies that focus on developing products and solutions specifically for community banks and their customers. Thank you to Profit Resources Inc. for sponsoring this year’s showcase.

Maps and Dining Options – Click for a listing of local restaurants and maps of Indianapolis.

Registration - All registration materials will be distributed at the IBA registration desk, located in Hall F of the Indiana Convention Center. The IBA registration desk will be open during the following times:

  • Tuesday, May 16, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday, May 17, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 18, 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Continuing Education Credit - The Mega Conference is approved for CPE, CLE, ABA/ICB and SPHR credit. Stop by the registration desk to obtain a certificate of attendance and/or to sign the attendance sheets.

Dress Code – The IBA encourages attendees to dress comfortably for all educational sessions. Business casual dress (golf shirts, slacks, etc.) is appropriate. Due to temperature fluctuations at the Convention Center, a sweater or jacket is recommended.

Parking – This year our meeting rooms are located by the entrance at Capitol and Georgia streets. There are many parking options in the area surrounding the Indiana Convention Center. Click for a link to nearby parking options. For overnight guests, the Westin offers valet and self-park for those staying in the hotel. Please ask at the front desk for payment process and rates.

Mobile App – With the IBA Event Mobile App, you can take advantage of features that will help you make the most of your time and keep you informed about the latest event happenings. You can download our new app to any of your mobile devices and sync your information and itineraries across devices. To encourage use of the mobile app, we will award prizes to the bankers who are the top point getters each day of the conference.

Social Media - We encourage all attendees to include #IBAmega in your postings and have created an “I’m Attending” graphic to let your followers/fans know that you will be at Mega.

Wi-Fi –Free Wi-Fi is sponsored by Dentons Bingham Greenebaum LLP. To access, please enter the password “DENTONS” in all caps.

Handouts – Handouts are available in the mobile app before, during and after Mega and are also available through a webpage while you are at your computer. Each attendee will receive a full-size notepad for jotting down notes during sessions.

Exhibit Hall Game – Attendees need to visit 16 exhibitors to be entered into drawings. This contest is for bank registrants only; participants do not have to be present to win. Prizes include cash, electronics, handbags and gift cards. Game cards are available in the exhibit hall. You can also visit the IBA booth or ask an IBA staff member for details.

We look forward to seeing you!