Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Addresses physical security, fraud prevention, crisis management and emerging criminal tactics targeting financial institutions
- Designed for bank security officers, compliance officers, auditors and operational managers, particularly from community banks
- Covers regulatory compliance frameworks, policy development and legal responsibilities for security roles
- Includes sessions on active shooter preparedness, civil unrest response and law enforcement collaboration
- Offers continuing education credits through expert-led sessions and practical workshops
About the Conference
The Texas Bankers Association hosts its 32nd Annual Security & Risk Management Conference as a multi-day, in-person event for banking professionals responsible for protecting their institutions. The conference combines expert-led sessions with practical workshops and networking opportunities, including breakfast, lunch and evening receptions.
Security Threats and Fraud Prevention
Sessions address the evolving threat landscape facing banks, from traditional physical security concerns to sophisticated fraud schemes. Topics include internal fraud detection, external fraud prevention and customer education strategies. The programme also examines how criminals are leveraging new technologies in financial crime, requiring security professionals to adapt their detection and response capabilities.
Crisis Response and Emergency Preparedness
The conference dedicates significant attention to crisis management scenarios relevant to banking environments. Active shooter preparedness, civil unrest response and effective collaboration with law enforcement are covered. Sessions also explore human behaviour, conflict de-escalation and incident response procedures.
Regulatory and Policy Frameworks
Attendees will examine legal responsibilities and regulatory requirements affecting bank security operations. The programme covers policy and procedure development, insurance and risk coverage considerations, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. Information sharing practices and collaboration between institutions are also addressed.
Who Should Attend
The conference serves security officers, compliance officers, training officers, HR officers, auditors, cashiers, administrative officers and managers within financial institutions. Community bank professionals at all levels, from operational staff to senior management, will find relevant content for their security responsibilities.