MBA/VBA Joint Convention
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
To be held on June 22-25, the 2025 MBA|VBA Joint Convention will take place at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida. The 2025 event will combine a great lineup of speakers on timely topics and networking with bankers and industry providers.
Agenda
Please note that the dress code for all Convention events is resort casual, including polo shirts, shorts, sandals, sundresses, etc.
SUNDAY, JUNE 22
2:30-5:30 p.m. – Registration & Refreshments
5:30-7:00 p.m. – Welcome Reception
MONDAY, JUNE 23
7:00-8:00 a.m. – Registration & Breakfast
7:30-11:45 a.m. – General Session, Breakfast Session & Breakout Sessions
8:30-10:00 a.m. – Spouse/Guest Program (see below for more information)
1:00 p.m. – Golf Tournament: Shotgun Start (see below for more information)
8:30-10:00 p.m. – Dessert Reception
TUESDAY, JUNE 24
7:30-8:30 a.m. – Registration & Breakfast
8:00-8:45 a.m. – Association Business Meetings
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – General Session
6:30-10:15 p.m. – Closing Reception, Entertainment & Dinner
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
Departure
Registration Information
Registration fees include admission to all Convention business sessions and events.
Please contact Gabby Bond with any convention registration questions. Does your spouse/guest want to receive Convention emails? Don’t forget to include that information in the designated spot on your registration!
| MBA and/or VBA Member Registration | Through March 31, 2025 | April 1-June 22, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| MBA and/or VBA Member | $1,195 | $1,295 |
| Spouse/Guest (any guests 21 and older) | $575 | $575 |
| Youth Registration (any guests under 21) | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| MBA and/or VBA Non-Member Registration | Through June 22, 2025 |
|---|---|
| MBA and/or VBA Non-Member | $1,850 |
| Spouse/Guest (any guests 21 and older) | $875 |
| Youth Registration (any guests under 21) | Complimentary |
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations before June 19 at noon will be charged a $150 administrative fee. After June 19 at noon, cancellations for main registrants will be charged a $750 administrative fee, however substitutions are always allowed. After June 19 at noon, there will be no refund for spouse/guest registrations.
Event Policies
By registering for this event, you agree to the Event Policies.
Special Needs & Americans with Disabilities Notice
If you have special needs that may affect your participation in this event, please contact Monica McDearmon to discuss accommodations.
Register by March 31 for a Chance to Win a Two-Night Stay at The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa – the Site of the 2026 MBA|VBA Joint Convention!
Convention attendees who register* by March 31 will be entered into a raffle to win one of two 2-night stays in the Homestead Executive Suite at The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa – site of the 2026 MBA|VBA Joint Convention.
*Member bankers only. Exclusions will apply and will be communicated to the winner.
Hotel Information
The 2025 MBA|VBA Joint Convention will take place at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. Learn more about the hotel here.
The MBA/VBA room block rates are available through May 20, 2025, or until the block is full.
You can make your reservation online here. Reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card. Please note that this is a Marriott property - be sure to have your Marriott rewards number handy when using the link above to make your reservation.
To make a reservation for more than one room in a single transaction, please call the hotel directly at 877-590-8187 and be sure to mention that you are with the MBA/VBA Joint Convention group.
| Room Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Coastal View Room* | $339** |
*Please note that all Coastal View Rooms have either a twin or full-size pull-out chair or sofa. Rooms with two queen beds can be reserved for $439 per night based on availability at the time of the request by calling the hotel directly at 877-590-8187. Please mention that you are with the MBA/VBA Joint Convention to receive this group rate.
**Room Rates shown do not include prevailing Room Tax Per Night (currently 11%), $30 per day Resort Fee***, or $25 per day Valet Parking (if required). Total charges presented on the website will include all room fees and taxes.
***The Resort Fee includes the following:
- Two beach chairs and towel service at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Beach Resort
- One beach umbrella
- Driving range access at Tiburon Golf Club
- One fitness or yoga class daily
- Two-hour rental of two resort bicycles
- Wi-Fi access in guestroom
- Shuttle service to and from The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples
- Reservoir water park access at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort for up to four guests per room
Hotel Cancellation Policy
Reservations may be cancelled until more than 7 days prior to arrival without penalty. Cancellations received 7 days or less prior to arrival will assess a one-night room + tax penalty.
Planning Your Trip
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is a 35-minute trip to the resort. Ubers are readily available to and from the hotel.
About The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
280 Vanderbilt Beach Road
Naples, FL 34108
A celebrated icon, the newly transformed Ritz-Carlton, Naples delights with signature experiences on Florida’s Gulf Coast beaches. Relax in expansive spaces with extraordinary ocean views. Iconic experiences and tranquil moments await at this luxury resort in Naples, Florida.
- Learn more about the dining options here.
- Learn more about the spa services here – Convention attendees receive 10% off spa services!
- Learn more about the destination and activities here.
- Learn more about Ritz Kids here.
Keynote Speakers
Information about the full lineup of general and breakout session speakers will be available soon!
Spouse/Guest Program
Spouse/Guest Program: Explore the Shore
Monday, June 23 | 8:30-10:00 a.m.
About the Program:
Registered spouses and guests are invited to join us for this FREE event. The Explore the Shore program features a one-hour guided walk along Vanderbilt Beach, covering topics such as mangroves, marsh habitats, sea turtles, sharks, and conservation. Participants will also have time for shell collecting and identification. This program is suitable for guests of all ages, but please note that it is not intended as a drop-off program for participants under 18. This event is limited to the first 30 registrants*; please be sure to bring your own water bottle and wear proper footwear for walking along the beach.
You can register online for the Spouse/Guest Program here.
*Registration is limited to the first 30 guests. Please register by June 18 to reserve your spot in the program. Please email Gabby Bond with any changes in plans.
Golf Tournament
Golf Tournament at Tiburón Golf Club
Monday, June 23 | 1:00 p.m. Shotgun Start
About the Tournament:
The tournament is Captain’s Choice (Scramble) and will include:
- Longest drive contests
- Closest to the pin contests
- Cash prizes for winners
- Boxed lunches
The tournament fee is $107 per person, which will be charged to your hotel room account.
You can register online for the tournament here.
*Please note, if you have signed up for the tournament and your plans change, you must cancel before June 8, or the full tournament fee will still be charged to your room. If you register after June 8 and would like to later cancel, your room account will still be charged the full tournament fee. Please contact Gabby Bond with your changes in plans.
Club Rentals & Shipping
Tiburón Golf Club offers Callaway Golf rental clubs. Club rental cost is only $78 and includes two sleeves (6) of Callaway Supersoft Golf Balls and a Callaway/Troon valuables pouch. Callaway club rental selection includes men’s and ladies’ right and left-handed sets. Additional options of regular and stiff shafted clubs are available for men’s (right) sets. For more information on Callaway rental clubs, call the Club directly at (239) 593-2201.
Shipping your clubs to Florida? Through Tiburon’s partnership with Ship Sticks, they’ll make sure your golf clubs arrive at the destination on time and undamaged, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy your trip. Click here for more information and to ship your clubs through Ship Sticks to Tiburón.
About the Course:
Located in Naples, Florida, Tiburón Golf Club features two 18-hole, Greg Norman-designed golf courses, The Gold and The Black. Tiburón is home to the LPGA Tour’s CME Group Tour Championship and the PGA TOUR’s Grant Thorton Invitational and the Chubb Classic. It is consistently rated among the top 20 golf facilities in Florida by Golf Digest and GOLF Magazine. Tiburón Golf Club is a 10-minute drive from The Ritz-Carlton; a shuttle will be provided to transport attendees to the Club.
Sponsorship Opportunities
For 2025 Joint Convention sponsorship opportunities, click here. For the complete 2025 Sponsor Brochure, click here. Questions? Contact Amy Binns.