Main Sessions
Julia Hernandez
Executive Vice President- The CorePoint
Julia Hernandez has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has worked cross functionally as a leader in merchant processing, human resources, treasury services, information technology, wealth management and deposit pricing. She has been part of the executive leadership team, has also led a national sales team working with Fortune 500 clients, and has coordinated communications and execution the areas of project management. She is currently the Chief Operating Officer of a fin-tech company …
John Hurlock
Founder & President- SMARTER Risk Management
John Hurlock is the Founder and President of Smarter Risk Management, a boutique risk management consulting firm focused on developing and delivering risk management services and solutions to financial institutions, government entities and industries throughout the United States and in international emerging markets. Through his SMARTER approach to risk management, John applies a comprehensive ERM methodology that consists of structured and consistent risk management processes, resulting in strategic, financial, and operational benefits that strengthen the organization and reduce …
General Sessions
Dr. Ed Seifried
Economist
Dr. Seifried is Professor Emeritus of Economics and Business at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. He also serves as the Executive Consultant for the Sheshunoff CEO Affiliation Programs, and Chief Economist for SB Value Partners. Dr. Seifried is the dean of the Virginia and West Virginia Banking Schools and currently is on the faculty of the Southwest Graduate School of Banking. In addition, he has served on the faculty of numerous banking schools including: Stonier Graduate School of Banking, and the Graduate School of Banking of the South …
Traci Lohse
Manager, Wipfli
Traci Lohse is a Manager at Wipfli based in Sterling, Illinois. She brings over 25 years of experience serving community banks. She offers strategic consulting, CFO support, call report preparation, fractional CFO services, and process improvement for institutions focused on growth and compliance. Known for simplifying complex financial challenges, Traci delivers actionable solutions and collaborates with bank leadership to enhance structure and workflows …
Danielle Damon
Senior Manager, Wipfli
Danielle Damon is a Senior Manager at Wipfli based in Wausau, Wisconsin, with more than 25 years of experience serving community banks. She specializes in strategic consulting and CFO-level support, helping institutions enhance financial operations, streamline reporting and align processes with long-term goals. Danielle partners with bank leadership to strengthen organizational structure, improve workflows and implement sustainable solutions that drive performance …