The Illinois Bankers Association invites you to attend the 117th Annual Conference & Trade Show, June 25 - 27, 2008, at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers in downtown Chicago.

The annual conference features Mike Ditka as the closing keynote speaker.
He is one of the most recognized and successful NFL personalities as a player, coach and television commentator. Currently working as an analyst and commentator on CBS, this is Ditka's second stint in broadcasting, having spent four years as an NFL commentator and analyst on the NFL on NBC.

Special message from Dave Kuhl, Chairman of the Illinois Bankers Association

Conference highlights include:

• The Exhibit Hall - Learn about the latest products and services at this year's sold out event. See who is exhibiting this year
• Education workshops which feature industry hot topics
• Exciting optional tours
• Banker of the Year and the Bank Community Service Award Recipients
• Networking, entertainment and much more

Two Conference Grand Prizes – Your Chance to Win “Kuhl Cash”
Two attendees each will win $2,500 in “Kuhl Cash” simply by attending the Illinois Bankers Association’s Annual Conference in the Windy City. You automatically will be entered into the drawing when you pick up your name badge and Conference materials in Chicago (one ticket for each registered bank officer or director). One winner will be chosen during Thursday evening’s “Windy City Soiree,” and one will be chosen following the closing session with featured speaker Mike Ditka. You must be a registered Conference attendee to be eligible for the drawing.

Banker of the Year and Community Bank Service Awards
The Banker of the Year Award is bestowed upon a well-deserved banker whose dedication to excellence has most profoundly enhanced the banking industry. The Community Bank Service Awards honors Illinois financial institutions that go "above and beyond" in the area of community service. Nomination Form

Travel to Chicago
The IBA has secured a 10% discount off the lowest available rail fare to Chicago between June 21 – June 30, 2008.  To book your reservation call Amtrak at 1 (800) 872-7245 or contact your local travel agent. To receive this discount, do not book via Internet. 

Please be sure to refer to Convention Fare Code X85R-932 when making your reservation.  This offer is not valid on the Auto Train.  Fare is valid on Amtrak Regional and Acela service for all departures seven days a week, except for holiday blackouts.  Offer valid with Sleepers, Business Class or First Class seats with payment of the full applicable accommodation charges

To learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Larry Tucker at
800-783-2265.