2024 Bank On WA Forum FAQ
Event Details
Join us for the 2024 Bank On Washington Annual Forum being held October 24th and 25th in Washougal (just east of Vancouver, WA) at the beautiful Black Pearl on the Columbia! The theme this year is Leading the Way: Embracing Financial Belonging.
Last year we explored the concept of fostering financial belonging and discussed the barriers and challenges faced by marginalized communities that have been historically excluded from mainstream financial services. Because this concept resonated with so many of you, this year we want to take a step further and explore financial belonging in action. We will examine leading models in our communities and discuss how to implement the financial belonging ethos. We’re excited to offer an opportunity for learning, networking, expanding partnerships, and working toward a future where everyone can achieve financial wellbeing.
Please take a look at this important information about the forum and let us know if you have any questions!
What is the Bank On WA Forum?
Our annual Bank On WA Forum is more than just an annual gathering; it’s an incubator of new ideas and opportunities to help improve the financial stability of our un- and underbanked neighbors. Our goal for the forum is that people across sectors will learn together and from one another, engaging in:
- Creative problem-solving
- Imagining solutions
- Elevating positive and successful work happening around the state and country
And will leave the forum with specific, actionable steps they can take in their role to increase the equitable financial inclusion and financial wellness of their community and for all Washingtonians.
Who Should Attend?
- Financial institutions, government & financial regulators, community-based organizations, educators (k-12 and higher ed), and policy-makers who provide financial products, services, or programs to low-income and marginalized Washingtonians, and are interested in increasing financial inclusion and financial wellness
- Decision-makers and influencers in financial product and program design
- Those working in financial wellness*, especially those working directly with communities to connect people to safe, affordable, accessible financial products and services
- Those wishing to get more engaged in financial wellness* work going forward
*financial wellness includes those who offer financial coaching, counseling, education, or other financial services, or who have key financial conversations with clients, customers, or community members
Registration
Registration fee: $175
- Nonprofit discount of $100 is available with coupon code: NONPROFIT24
- Bringing a large group? Discount of $125 off per registrant available for organizations that send 5+ participants with coupon code: BIGTEAM24
If cost is a barrier to attendance, please review our scholarship eligibility and criteria and send request to: jennifer@fenwa.org
Schedule
October 24th & 25th 2024 – find the full agenda here
Day One: 10:30 am – 5:30 pm (Check in and networking starts at 9:30 am)
Day Two: 8:30 am – 2:30 pm (Breakfast starts at 8:00 am)
Interested in attending Financial Coaching Foundations on Wednesday, October 23rd?
After you complete registration for the forum, make sure to also register for the free, pre-forum workshop hosted by Devin Stubblefield (in the same location as BOWA 2024)! Priority registration will be given to those who are also attending the Bank On WA forum. Reserve your spot soon as seating is limited and registration will fill up quickly!
Location
56 S 1st St.
Washougal, WA 98671
Parking is free and ample parking is available at the venue and surrounding lots
Hotel Accommodation Information
We have a discounted block of rooms available at the Best Western Plus Port of Camas-Washougal for Wednesday 10/23/24 Thursday 10/24/24.
Best Western Plus Port of Camas-Washougal Convention Center
121 S. 2nd St.
Washougal, WA 98671
To receive the discounted room rate of $163 per night, make your reservation by Tuesday October 8th. You can:
Call: 360-835-9292
Email: gmbwport@gmail.com
Or make reservations online here
Be sure to reference “Bank On Washington.”
Food
We will do our best to accommodate a variety of dietary needs. Lunch will be provided on day one and two, and breakfast will be provided on day two, with snacks and coffee available throughout the forum.
Agenda
We are working to finalize the event agenda and are excited about the way its shaping up! Check back here as we continue to release information about the forum.
Accessibility
If you have accessibility needs, please send requests by Tuesday October 8th to jennifer@fenwa.org
Stay Connected and Help us Spread the Word!
Stay up to date ahead of the forum. Follow the Financial Empowerment Network on Facebook or LinkedIn for sneak peaks and updates leading up to the forum in October!
And please take a look at our media kit for more resources to share the forum with your network!
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