Charlotte Conference Agenda and Speaker Information

Don't forget the optional activities!

Charlotte Dine Arounds: Enjoy dinner with your fellow attendees at a nearby Charlotte restaurant. More info coming soon!
EBA Gives Back: EBA Conference attendees are invited to join us for EBA Gives Back! We will be prepping and serving lunch to residents of the Charlotte Rescue Mission on Sunday, June 12 from 10:30 am to 1 pm. Following the event, ERI plans to serve box lunches to EBA participants. Space is limited! To sign up, add the optional ticket to your registration.
- We will also collect toiletries, personal items, kitchen items, business attire, and bedding, which have been requested by the Charlotte Rescue Mission (click here for the complete list ). Monetary donations are also welcome. More details related to a potential painting/beautification project at the Mission will come soon!
- Thanks to ERI for sponsoring this year's EBA Gives Back Activities

Support the Charlotte Rescue Mission by purchasing an item to donate to them from our custom Amazon Registry

The EBA publishes a conference agenda, with most EBA-sanctioned event activities (including sessions, receptions, luncheons, etc.) taking place on Sunday from 9am - 12pm; and again from 4pm - 8pm; on Monday from 7am - 8pm; on Tuesday from 7am - 5pm; and on Wednesday from 8am - 12:30pm. We ask that all attending members, affiliates and sponsors plan their meetings and private functions in accordance so they do not conflict with any of the aforementioned time frames.

Video recording of the live conference sessions is not permitted. EBA hires a professional photographer who will be taking pictures throughout. All EBA speakers agree to use of professional photographs in future EBA marketing and promotions, and give full permissions for photography and use of photographs.

Arriving Early? Make Plans to Join the Kilgore Pre-EBA Adventure

Julie Kilgore has arranged a hiking adventure at Summit Mt. Mitchell for Saturday, June 11. At 6,684 feet, Summit Mt. Mitchell is the highest point east of the Mississippi. The plan is for a 7-hour hike, which is 4 hours up, 3 hours down. Julie suggests to come in on Friday night, hike Saturday, recover Saturday night, and arrive for EBA Sunday morning. Lodging space at Arnold's Lodge, about a 2-hour drive from Charlotte, is limited. Contact Julie directly to confirm your participation.

Conference Agenda last updated on: 05/25/22

SUNDAY– June 12, 2022

8:00 am – 9:30 am Yoga & Refreshments: Start your day with yoga, followed by light refreshments. Yoga instructor and mats provided.
(Special thanks to Yoga Sponsor: Partner Engineering and Science)
Church Street Foyer

RSVP FOR YOGA

9:30 am – 1:00 pm EBA Gives Back Activity: Prepare and serve lunch to the residents of the Charlotte Rescue Mission
(Special thanks to Gives Back Sponsor: ERI)
Meet in Hotel Lobby

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm      Exhibitor Set-Up
Charlotte D & E Foyer

4:30 pm – 5:00 pm      EBA Banker Only Session & Welcome New Bankers
1st Ward

4:30 pm – 5:00 pm   Welcome Session for Affiliate Members
2nd Ward

5:00 pm – 5:30 pm      EBA Business Meeting – All Attendees Welcome
2nd Ward

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Evening Reception (Sponsored by: EBI Consulting)
Charlotte FGH & Church Street Foyer

5:45 pm – 6:15 pm EBA Signature Cooking and Cocktail Creation (Sponsored by: EBI Consulting)
Enjoy the signature appetizer and cocktail created just for the EBA conference attendees!
LG Studios

7:30 pm Charlotte Dine Arounds
Depart from the Event Hub

MONDAY– June 13, 2022

7:00 am – 8:00 am   Continental Breakfast (Sponsored by: EBA Platinum Sponsors)
  Charlotte D & E Foyer

7:30 am – 5:00 pm     Exhibits Open
Charlotte D & E Foyer

8:15 am – 8:40 am   Opening Welcome & State of the EBA
David Lambert, EBA President
  Charlotte D & E

8:45 am – 9:10 am     Session 1: Due Diligence Analytics & Trends - Unlocking the Data Behind the Reports We Write, Review & Rely Upon
Presented by: Kelly Stratton, Quire
The first of its kind EBA presentation revealing the most comprehensive data ever collected on editing times, turn-around-times, staffing, and other trends in the due diligence industry.
Charlotte D & E

9:15 am – 10:00 am   Session 2: The PERC Black Hole: $2.2MM Cleanup and 36 States Without LOL
  Presented by: Jimmy Kirkland, Environmental Attorney; John Rybak, Truist Bank; Julie Kilgore, Wasatch Environmental, Chris Fay, Truist Bank; and Moderated by: Dennis Firestone, JLL
Learn about the 14 States that have a Drycleaner Fund, and how to avoid pitfalls in the other 36 States.
Charlotte D & E

10:00 am – 10:30 am Break (Sponsored by: EBA Gold Sponsors)
  Charlotte D & E Foyer

10:30 am – 11:10 am Session 3: STRONGER TOGETHER: A Look at the Myriad Skill Sets Behind Property Valuations, Environmental Due Diligence and PCAs
Presented by: Candi Coleman, LightBox; Beth Myers-Graham, TRC; Jim Bartlett, ASTM PCA Task Group; and Moderated by: Alan Agadoni, LightBox
Experts in environmental due diligence, appraisals and PCAs take a deep dive into the disparate skills required to paint a complete picture of a commercial property's risk profile from a lender perspective.
  Charlotte D & E

11:15 am – 11:50 am Session 4: Navigating NFA Determinations and Post-Closure Regulatory Requirements
Presented by: Mark Casey, EBI Consulting
  Considering the limitations of NFA determinations and the typical post-closure operation, maintenance, and monitoring requirements.
   Charlotte D & E

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch (Sponsored by: Partner Engineering & Science)
Lunch Session: ASTM Updates
Presented by: Julie Kilgore, Wasatch Environmental; and Georgina Dannatt, Bank of the West
Charlotte ABC

1:30 pm – 2:05 pm Session 5: EBA Family Therapy Session with Dr. Dew Diligence
Presented by: Amanda Horan - "Dr. Dew Diligence", Partner Engineering and Science; John Rybak - “Dewey Havearisk”, Truist Bank; and Dennis Firestone - “Harry Boarders” , JLL
EBA Bankers & Consultants reconnect during another therapy session with Dr. Dew as they discuss topics such as the new ASTM changes, challenges, the process in getting there, and an update from our previous session on What the Banker Really Wants.
Charlotte D & E

2:10 pm – 3:00 pm Session 6: Differences and Similarities for Phase I ESAs in USA and Canada
Presented by: Carol Le Noury, ERIS; Andy Vanin, Pinchin; and Moderated by: Mike Kulka, PM Environmental
A robust panel of Seasoned EPs and data providers that are experts in the standard, discussing similarities and challenges working on portfolios in both countries.
Charlotte D & E

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm Break (Sponsored by: EBA Gold Sponsors)
Charlotte D & E Foyer

3:30 pm – 4:05 pm Session 7: ESG: Climate Change Risk Management, Impacts to Lenders, and Creating a Due Diligence Process
Presented by: Sarah Lundin Morgan, Bridge House Advisors; Kevin Fagan, Moody's Analytics; and Moderated by: Tony Liou, Partner Engineering and Science
This panel will explore how lenders are beginning to identify climate change impact as an emerging risk; how Environmental and Social Governance will impact lenders; and how lenders can screen or perform due diligence of ESG on potential investments.
Charlotte D & E

4:10 pm – 4:45 pm Session 8: PFAS Case Study – Approach to Addressing PFAS Concerns from Due Diligence, Through Lending and Acquisition, to Redevelopment
Presented by: Mark Casey, EBI Consulting
PFAS considerations for Environmental Due Diligence, Acquisition, and Site Redevelopment
Charlotte D & E

5:00 pm Depart for Offsite Reception
(Walking distance from hotel)

5:30 pm – 7:30pm Evening Reception (Sponsored by: ERI)
Offsite - Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo (220 E Trade St #2200, Charlotte 28202) (Sponsored by: ERI)
  Join us 22 stories into the skyline, Charlotte’s highest indoor-outdoor rooftop lounge, offering panoramic views of the city.

7:30 pm                  Charlotte Dine Arounds
  Depart from Reception

TUESDAY– June 14, 2022

8:00 am – 8:45 am Breakfast with the Board of Governors
(All Bankers and one person from each Sponsor Company invited)
2nd Ward

8:00 am – 8:45 am Continental Breakfast
Charlotte D & E Foyer

8:00 am – 1:30 pm Exhibits Open
Charlotte D & E Foyer

9:00 am – 9:40 am Session 9: North Carolina Regulatory Update
Presented by: Mary Katherine Stukes, Moore and Van Allen; Patrick Farfour, Truist Bank; Ralph McGee, Hart & Hickman, PC.; and Moderated by: Dave Hunter, Partner Engineering and Science
The panel will include a general discussion about the current regulatory setting and any recent changes (surrounding states included), with a concentration on NC Brownfields themes, especially including methane, which seems to be a hot topic lately.
Charlotte D & E

9:45 am – 10:30 am Session 10: Hiring, Onboarding, and Beyond: How Inclusive Practices Lead to Successful Teams in the Real World
Presented by: Michael Nesteroff, Lane Powell; Jamie Myers, ATLAS Technical Consultants, LLC; and Moderated by: Cate Landry, Truist Bank
We've all been through the required DEI training, and heard about why diversity in our teams matters, but what does that mean in practice for the environmental banking and consulting industry?
Charlotte D & E

10:30 am – 11:15 am Break (Sponsored by: EBA Gold Sponsors)
Charlotte D & E Foyer

11:15 am – 11:55 pm Session 11: Ongoing Assessment of GenX in the Cape Fear River and Surrounding Communities
Presented by: Michael Scott, NCDEQ (Director North Carolina Division of Waste Management); and Victor DeTroy, AEI Consultants
Join representatives from the NCDEQ as they discuss their work to address GenX in the lower Cape Fear River and surrounding communities. Panelists will explore various aspects related to this PFAS compound including the most recent monitoring/remedial information, unique challenges encountered when sampling emerging compounds, stakeholder involvement, impact on communities, and big picture takeaways.
Charlotte D & E

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch (Sponsored by: EBA Platinum Sponsors)
Charlotte ABC

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Concurrent Sessions

Banker Only Session: Led by: John Rybak, Truist Bank; and Marty Walters, CIT Bank
Charlotte FGH

Affiliate Only Session: Led by: Bill Tryon, Partner Engineering and Science; and Sean Leary, GZA/Vieau Associates
Charlotte D & E

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm Break – during concurrent sessions (Sponsored by: EBA Gold Sponsors)
Charlotte D & E Foyer

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Board of Governors Meeting (Closed meeting for BOG members only)
2nd Ward

WEDNESDAY– June 15, 2022

8:00 am – 9:00 am Continental Breakfast
Charlotte D & E Foyer

8:30 am – 12:00 pm EBA Banker Member Training – A Deep Dive into the Phase I ESA and Environmental Risk Management
All Conference Attendees and Invited Guests Welcome!
Presented by: Marty Walters, CIT Bank; and Julie Kilgore, Wasatch Environmental; Rachel McShane, Trileaf
Charlotte D

Optional Wednesday ASTM Course (Additional Registration Required)

Please note this agenda is preliminary and is subject to change until final agenda is published.

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