Senior Lender Forum - Session I

Thursday, May 21, 2026

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT)

830 W. Lake Lansing Road, Suite 250, East Lansing, MI 48823 - Virtual attendance available

This platform serves as a collaborative space for Senior Lenders to share ideas, insights, and experiences on lending strategies, risk management, regulatory compliance, and other key industry topics. By participating in this forum, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with peers, exchange knowledge, and gain valuable perspectives on emerging trends and best practices.

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Agenda

May 21
10:00 AM - 10:10 AM	Welcome & CBM Update Nannette Schuster, Director of Training & Development Community Bankers of Michigan
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM	Group Introductions
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	The Future of Commercial and Small Business Lending - Market Intelligence, Technology & Strategy for Community Bankers Paul Lehnert, Director of Business Development Lenderful
11:30 AM - 11:40 AM	Break
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM	Credit Quality: Trends, Stress Points and Opportunities David Ruffin, President, Credit Risk Solutions OptimaFI
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Lunch
1:20 PM - 2:20 PM	Government Lending Updates Steve Pricco, Director, SBA 7(a) Lending Eric Kehler, Vice President 504 Lending Michigan Certified Development Corporation
2:20 PM - 2:30 PM	Break
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM	Open Forum Submit topics: Nannette Schuster
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM	Wrap-up Next Forum Date: October 22, 2026

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Nannette Schuster

Director of Training and Development Community Bankers of Michigan (517)336-4430

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Session Dates:

May 21, 2026
October 22, 2026