Events and Webinars
Whether we are the keynote at an industry event, exhibiting at a conference or hosting a virtual webinar, connect with us to glean the latest insights and trends in the financial services and fintech landscape.
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From Hype to Impact: Untangling AI’s Role in the Smarter Bank
October 30 | 11 AM PT | 2 PM ET
Join Cornerstone’s Tony DeSanctis and a panel of experts for a look at how AI is really transforming banking—from customer experience and automation to risk, lending, and payments.
Primacy in Practice: How Banks Capture Share of Wallet with AI
Now Available
In this Consumer Bankers Association webinar, Ron Shevlin (Cornerstone Advisors), Emily Gessner (KeyBank), Michael Bernard (Celent), and Puneet M. (Personetics) explore strategies for banks to look beyond their walls to win primacy. Walk away with plays you can pilot quickly—not in quarters or years.
Register for free with code PERS1023
Building for the Future: Practical Strategies for Banks and Credit Unions to Compete and Grow
Now Available
The banking landscape is evolving quickly, with rising customer expectations, new technologies, and ongoing pressure on talent and resources. In this webinar, industry experts from Cornerstone Advisors and Backbase will share insights into how banks and credit unions can strategically “build for the future.”
The Journey Toward 2030: Becoming a Smarter Bank
Now Available
This video series will discuss the 5 pillars of becoming a Smarter Bank: Hyper-Efficient, Data-Driven, Nimble, Differentiated, and Opportunistic. Join our subject matter experts in dynamic, panel-style discussions as they share insights, strategies, and real-world stories from the field.
Evolve Your Digital Channel From a Cost Center to a Profit Center
Now Available
Many financial institutions are still not fully leveraging their digital platforms to unlock new growth opportunities. Register now to join Cornerstone Advisors’ Chief Research Officer, Ron Shevlin, as he explores how to rethink your P&L by transforming your digital channel into a profit center.
What's Going On in Banking 2025: Happy(er) Days Are Here Again
Now Available
Join Cornerstone Advisors Chief Research Officer Ron Shevlin and CEO and Partner Steve Williams as they present key findings from the 2025 What's Going On in Banking study and explore what 2025 holds in store for community-based financial institutions.
2024 GonzoBanker™ Awards: Live Edition
Now Available
The GonzoBanker™ Awards are one of Cornerstone's most anticipated commentaries at the end of every year. Typically in writing, the 2024 GonzoBanker™ Awards has expanded into a virtual event that is sure to be fun and informative, no rules. Reserve your front-row seat now!
Z Hits Different: How to Better Acquire and Engage a New Generation
Now Available
Join Cornerstone and Frich for the Z Hits Different webinar on what trends and topics matter to Gen Z right now
Survivor! Vendor Management Edition
Now Available
Bold Moves, Smarter Banks: Trailblazing the Future
Now Available
In this event, Cornerstone’s gritty truth tellers, Steve Williams and Al Dominick explore what they believe are the top 5 characteristics of the Smarter Bank. They share stories from some of today’s innovative bank and credit union executives and what they are doing to make the shift.
Avoiding the Zombies: How to Keep Your Core Banking Technology Living and Breathing
Now Available
In continuing with our Smarter Bank series, join industry experts Brad Smith, Steve Wildman, and Steve Williams as they unveil the results of their exclusive research, identifying high-growth players in the market and exposing cores that have fallen into the dreaded "zombie" category.
Cornerstone Executive Education
At Cornerstone Education, we understand the needs of ambitious financial services professionals like yourself. That's why we offer executive-level education programs designed specifically to help you succeed. Our schools and roundtables are led by industry experts who foster an interactive learning environment, providing you with the knowledge and skills required to thrive.
Annual Convention for American Bankers Association
10.19.2025 - 10.21.2025
Charlotte, NC
COCC CEO Symposium
10.23.2025 - 10.24.2025
West Hartford, CT
Money 20/20
10.26.2025 - 10.29.2025
Las Vegas, NV
REACH (California Credit Union)
10.27.2025 - 10.30.2025
Palm Desert, CA
Michigan Bankers Association (MBA) Bank Management and Directors Conference
11.05.2025 - 11.07.2025
Detroit, MI
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