FLAIRS 2026: The New Banking Agenda: A Human Touch in the Age of Technology

FLAIRS 2026 has just wrapped up!

On 6 November we explored the new banking agenda, the role of technology and AI, and what it means to grow as professionals in a changing industry. We welcomed new speakers, hosted interactive sessions and created many moments for young professionals to connect across the financial sector.

You can find more information about the programme, speakers and impressions from the day on our website. Thank you to everyone who joined and helped make FLAIRS 2026 an inspiring edition.

2025: The Power to Pivot – Banking for Resilience and Renewal

This edition focused on the pivotal role of banking amidst ongoing global transformations. Hosted by Johan Nota at ING Cedar in Amsterdam, over 400 young professionals explored how the financial industry can remain stable yet adaptive. Through inspiring keynotes from Wim Mijs (CEO EBF), Marguerite Bérard (CEO ABN AMRO), and resilience expert Inge Bryan, the event delved into themes of strategic renewal and operational resilience. Interactive workshops and deep-dive panel discussions addressed critical topics like AI adoption, cybercrime, and the defense industry. The day concluded with a vibrant dinner, drinks, and the signature FLAIRS after-party, offering extensive networking opportunities for the next generation of bankers.

Interested in becoming a FLAIRS partner for 2026?

Why would you want to join hands with an annual, interbank event for young professionals in finance?

FLAIRS reaches:

• 13.000 young professionals (aged 20-35) at five major Dutch banks;
• +- 400 participants;
• An established network within the financial industry in the Netherlands.

We’d love to involve you through different forms of sponsoring. This could include joining a panel discussion, hosting a masterclass, or (digital) exposure.

Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss what form of sponsoring best suits your organisation.

Registration

Registration for FLAIRS’26 is opened! Contact your bank’s young organisation to purchase tickets!

About FLAIRS

FLAIRS is the biggest interbank event for young professionals in the Netherlands. The event stimulates exchanging knowledge among young bankers by creating a platform to discuss relevant issues and gain inspiration from leading financial figures. The event allows these professionals to establish networks and provides the opportunity to collaborate with other experts from the field.

Since 2006, FLAIRS has been the real deal in combining and sharing knowledge. It is also the perfect place for discussions to take place between young bankers. The biggest annual interbank event in the Netherlands provides lots of thought-provoking workshops, presentations, and inspiring discussions.

Would you like to know more about our previous editions? Check them here!