The SW Graduate School of Banking at Southern Methodist University (SWGSB) will hold its 162nd Assembly for Bank Directors September 3–6 at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa in Beaver Creek/Vail, Colorado. SWGSB Assemblies for Bank Directors attract banking leaders from across the country to address the latest issues affecting the industry. From nationally known authorities on corporate governance to leading experts on risk management, the assemblies provide the knowledge to execute board duties with rigor and intelligence.
This executive-level learning experience is designed to strengthen governance, sharpen oversight and prepare boards for what’s next. From risk and succession planning to growth strategy and leadership accountability, every session is built to help directors think bigger and lead better. Even smarter: discounted pricing is available when registering multiple board members from the same bank—making it easier to invest in a stronger, more aligned board.
Participants will gain CPE credit hours learning from the nation’s foremost banking experts while experiencing the breathtaking Colorado Rockies. Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa offers an elevated alpine experience that goes far beyond a meeting venue—it becomes part of the transformation. Executive education unfolds in an environment designed for both focus and renewal. This world-class resort surrounds every conversation with mountain grandeur and refined comfort. The award-winning Allegria Spa creates an atmosphere where clarity and calm come naturally. The setting fosters meaningful dialogue, unhurried connection, and the kind of strategic thinking that only emerges when leaders step away from the everyday.
“SWGSB Assemblies for Bank Directors provide the essential knowledge, strategic perspective and practical insights directors need to excel in the boardroom,” says William T. Chittenden, Ph.D., president and CEO. “Whether participants are new to board service or seasoned leaders, the program delivers expert guidance on the issues that matter most to community banks.”
Click here to read the full program agenda and register for the Assembly.


