First Internet Bank to Join Risk Management Panel at Indiana Bankers Association MEGA 2026 Conference

FISHERS, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Internet Bank announced today that Anne Sharkey, Senior Vice President and Chief Risk Officer, will speak at the Indiana Bankers Association (IBA) MEGA 2026 Conference in Indianapolis.

Ms. Sharkey will participate in the panel discussion, “Elevating Risk Management: Building Strong Risk-Business Partnerships and Integrating Risk into Strategic Decision-Making,” taking place on Wednesday, May 20, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM ET. The session will examine how community bank leaders can position risk management as a source of business value, foster alignment between risk and business objectives and promote risk-informed decision-making across their organizations.

“Effective risk management isn’t just about oversight. It’s about building trust with the business and creating a shared language around risk that supports smarter decisions,” said Anne Sharkey. “I look forward to joining my peers in discussing practical ways risk leaders can strengthen those partnerships and demonstrate real value to the institutions they serve.”

During the discussion, panelists will share best practices for communicating effectively with business lines and support functions, aligning organizational and risk management objectives, and embedding risk thinking across the enterprise. The IBA MEGA Conference brings together banking professionals, industry leaders and community bank executives to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of banking.

More information about the IBA MEGA 2026 Conference is available here.

To learn about First Internet Bank, including its products and services, visit firstib.com.

About First Internet Bank

First Internet Bank opened for business in 1999 as an industry pioneer in the branchless delivery of banking services. With assets of $5.7 billion as of March 31, 2026, the Bank provides consumer and small business deposits, consumer loans and specialty finance services nationally. The Bank also offers commercial real estate loans, commercial and industrial loans, SBA financing and treasury management services. Additional information about the Bank, including its products and services, is available at firstib.com. The Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Internet Bancorp (Nasdaq: INBK). First Internet Bank is a Member FDIC.