Where banks and buyers close deals
Network with the industry's elite to unlock hidden value, covering distressed assets, CRE, C&I, ag lending, SBA loans, equipment and much more.
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Understand and optimize distressed assets together
Buyers meet sellers. Sellers meet buyers.
We connect you with who you want to meet!
Join forces with familiar faces and meet new contacts through hours of networking sessions. Engage with banks looking to sell distressed assets and buyers ready to purchase them.
Who attends?
70+ local Florida banks were in attendance in 2025. Join us this year for the opportunity to connect with 300+ senior-decision makers in the following fields:
- Special assets
- SBA
- Credit
- Loan review
- Risk management
- Special servicers
Expert panelists confirmed for 2026
In 2025, 40+ industry leaders panel speakers took to the stage. Check out the expert list confirmed so far for 2026:
- Rebel Cole, Professor of Finance, Florida Atlantic University
- Angela Morisco, SVP, Special Assets Department, Valley National Bank
- James Fogarty, Head of US, Real Estate, Macquarie Asset Management
- Chris Swieca, Senior Vice President, Wintrust Financial
- Caroline Gann, Special Assets Officer, Live Oak Bank
- Brian Bailey, Senior Managing Director, Head of Research, Trimont
Further banking intelligence and where the industry is heading
New content and sessions for 2026 include:
- CRE Economic/Distressed Presentation: Presented by Rebel Cole, Professor of Finance, Florida Atlantic University
- Sectoral Shifts in Distress: What’s New in the Banking Space?
- AI & Distressed Assets: Unlocking Value in Volatile Markets
- Private Credit & Distressed Acquisition: When A Good Thing Goes Bad
Meet the 2026 speakers
Reach decision-makers. Generate results.
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Choose from customized packages designed to build brand awareness, generate qualified leads, and establish thought leadership in the industry.
Reach out to Philip Huntsman at sponsorIMN@informa.com.
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