Georgia’s Voice for Community Banking
Clearly, time has proven that a community bank-only advocacy approach is most effective. Simply, this is because community banks are the leading providers of financial services to small business, agribusiness, and rural communities. As a result, legislators from all political parties -on a state and federal level- have regularly supported legislation that is specifically designed for the community banking industry. Recognizing this fact, CBA’s Board of Directors has made the commitment to grow CBA’s advocacy presence. This year, your CBA advocacy team has expanded with the addition of Mr. Tyler Eck. Under the direction of Lori Godfrey, recently recognized as one of Georgia’s top lobbyists, CBA is poised to become a greater force in the statehouse and with Georgia’s federal delegation. We are committed to developing relationships with all elected officials and working with them to develop sound policy for the benefit of all Georgians. As the year unfolds, please engage in the process by supporting CBA’s PAC, participating in grass roots advocacy outreach programs, and making a direct outreach to your elected officials.
Clearly, time has proven that a community bank-only advocacy approach is most effective. Simply, this is because community banks are the leading providers of financial services to small business, agribusiness, and rural communities. As a result, legislators from all political parties -on a state and federal level- have regularly supported legislation that is specifically designed for the community banking industry. Recognizing this fact, CBA’s Board of Directors has made the commitment to grow CBA’s advocacy presence. This year, your CBA advocacy team has expanded with the addition of Mr. Tyler Eck. Under the direction of Lori Godfrey, recently recognized as one of Georgia’s top lobbyists, CBA is poised to become a greater force in the statehouse and with Georgia’s federal delegation. We are committed to developing relationships with all elected officials and working with them to develop sound policy for the benefit of all Georgians. As the year unfolds, please engage in the process by supporting CBA’s PAC, participating in grass roots advocacy outreach programs, and making a direct outreach to your elected officials.
PPP Reopens for Certain Lenders
Paycheck Protection Program lending reopened Monday for certain community financial institutions. In a news release, the SBA said the program will open to additional lenders in "a few days," with more information coming this week.
The SBA has released forms and guidance for the next round of PPP lending, including instructions for accessing the updated lender portal, forms for first and second-draw loans, and procedural notices on approved lender status and reimbursing lenders for EIDL advances deducted from forgiveness amounts. These and other resources are available on the SBA and Treasury PPP pages, ICBA's webpage on PPP and EIDL news, the Independent Bankers Association of Texas's matrix of PPP updates in the stimulus law, and ICBA's summary of the stimulus package's community banking provisions.
Paycheck Protection Program lending reopened Monday for certain community financial institutions. In a news release, the SBA said the program will open to additional lenders in "a few days," with more information coming this week.
The SBA has released forms and guidance for the next round of PPP lending, including instructions for accessing the updated lender portal, forms for first and second-draw loans, and procedural notices on approved lender status and reimbursing lenders for EIDL advances deducted from forgiveness amounts. These and other resources are available on the SBA and Treasury PPP pages, ICBA's webpage on PPP and EIDL news, the Independent Bankers Association of Texas's matrix of PPP updates in the stimulus law, and ICBA's summary of the stimulus package's community banking provisions.
Paycheck Protection Program Updates-FREE Interactive Virtual Webinar
Thursday, January 14, 2021 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM EST | STREAM
CBA is committed to providing you the most comprehensive and accurate information, this event date and/or time is contingent upon the SBA update release. The CBA calendar will update should the date or time change.
ICBA release PPP, EIDL, EIDL Advance, and Stimulus Package
Click here to submit your questions for this session
AGENDA
8:30 a.m. STREAM Login Opens
9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions, John McNair, President/CEO, Community Bankers Association of GA
9:10 a.m. PPP & EIDL Updates, Mike White, Partner, Doroteya N. Wozniak, Partner,
James-Bates-Brannan-Groover-LLP
10:00 a.m. Q & A and Discussion
10:30 a.m. Adjourn
Thursday, January 14, 2021 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM EST | STREAM
CBA is committed to providing you the most comprehensive and accurate information, this event date and/or time is contingent upon the SBA update release. The CBA calendar will update should the date or time change.
ICBA release PPP, EIDL, EIDL Advance, and Stimulus Package
Click here to submit your questions for this session
AGENDA
8:30 a.m. STREAM Login Opens
9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions, John McNair, President/CEO, Community Bankers Association of GA
9:10 a.m. PPP & EIDL Updates, Mike White, Partner, Doroteya N. Wozniak, Partner,
James-Bates-Brannan-Groover-LLP
10:00 a.m. Q & A and Discussion
10:30 a.m. Adjourn
Three CBA Associate Members Selected by FDIC in Final Phase of Tech Sprint
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced the selection of 11 companies to compete in the third and final phase of the agency’s Rapid Phased Prototyping Competition, a tech sprint designed to develop an innovative new approach to financial reporting, particularly for community banks.
Congratulations to CBA associate members Fidelity Information Services, LLC, First Data Government Solutions, LP (Fiserv), and S&P Global Market Intelligence, LLC. Click here for press release.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced the selection of 11 companies to compete in the third and final phase of the agency’s Rapid Phased Prototyping Competition, a tech sprint designed to develop an innovative new approach to financial reporting, particularly for community banks.
Congratulations to CBA associate members Fidelity Information Services, LLC, First Data Government Solutions, LP (Fiserv), and S&P Global Market Intelligence, LLC. Click here for press release.
Update Your Information for the 2021 Georgia Financial Directory
The digital version of the Georgia Financial Directory will be published in late spring and all CBA members will receive a complimentary copy. CBA has retained NFR Communications LLC to publish the 2021 directory.
Please be on the lookout for a questionnaire from NFR to obtain current data about your bank or company. It is important that you respond promptly with the information requested. The completed form should be returned no later than February 12, 2021.
If you have any questions regarding this change, please contact Lindsay Greene at 770-541-0376. Thank you in advance for your participation.
The digital version of the Georgia Financial Directory will be published in late spring and all CBA members will receive a complimentary copy. CBA has retained NFR Communications LLC to publish the 2021 directory.
Please be on the lookout for a questionnaire from NFR to obtain current data about your bank or company. It is important that you respond promptly with the information requested. The completed form should be returned no later than February 12, 2021.
If you have any questions regarding this change, please contact Lindsay Greene at 770-541-0376. Thank you in advance for your participation.
Georgia’s community bankers do great things in their communities every day. Here is the latest on community outreach and news from CBA Members:
- Oconee State Bank, Watkinsville, is excited to share the bank’s 2020 Award Winners and 60th Anniversary Commemorative Video. 4th Quarter Golden Cupola Winner: Rebekah Hammond - VP Retail Operations; Volunteer of The Year and Retail Team Member of The Year: Haley Reed - VP Financial Center Manager; Loan Support Team Member of The Year: Michelle Gilreath - Commercial Lending Specialist; Operations Support Team Member of The Year: Jamie McFalls - IT Network Administrator; Top Producer of The Year: Phillip Edwards - SVP Athens Market Executive; Jerry K. Wages BEST Award: Cristi Donahue - EVP Chief Retail Officer. Please join us in celebrating each of these remarkable team members and their excellence in 2020!
- Oconee State Bank, Watkinsville - 60th Anniversary commemorative video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR2vnEpDA0-AW8rBeLRTIPebFvK7llQDFkzs-KHXMfNRjFWrmFknZrXz9gw&v=uVtw3XIJPkw&feature=youtu.be
James-Bates-Brannan-Groover-LLP, Macon-Atlanta-Athens, announces the firms newest partners:
Doroteya Wozniak
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Sara Kate Rumsey
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Bryson Smith
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Scott Shipley has joined James-Bates-Brannan-Groover-LLP, Atlanta as an Associate.
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Pam Perdue has joined Heritage Southeast Bank, McDonough, as Senior Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer.
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The FDIC announces that John Henrie has been appointed Regional Director, Atlanta Region, directing both RMS and DCP supervision programs for institutions in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. He fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Michael J. Dean in 2020.
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Congratulations to CBA Associate Member Zach Duke, Finosec, Alpharetta, for being selected as one of ten companies in the 2021 ICBA ThinkTech Accelerator program.
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Think CBA First for Your Professional Development Needs!
Be sure to think of CBA first when it comes to your training and Professional Development needs. Here are some upcoming CBA events:
Be sure to think of CBA first when it comes to your training and Professional Development needs. Here are some upcoming CBA events:
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HMDA - The Essentials - Macon
January 28, 2021 | STREAM A real-world approach to the regulation and explanations of common errors and violations. Whether you are new to HMDA or have been reporting for years you won't want to miss HMDA The Essentials. 
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Branch Leadership Series
Thursday, February 18, 2021 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM EST
In-Person or STREAM
The Branch Leadership Series will focus on the critical success elements of managing and leading a performance-focused sale and service team. Each workshop is designed either as a series or as a stand-alone, packaged full of checklists, job aids, case studies, examples, and "real world" situations. The Series provides a branch manager and the branch management team with current, proven solutions to managing a successful branch today. The Branch Leadership Series is four workshops that may also be completed as stand-alone sessions. The Branch Leadership Series is designed for Retail Managers, Branch Managers, Assistant Branch Managers, Branch Manager Candidates, head tellers, teller supervisors, Personal/Universal Bankers and anyone responsible for the direction and development of a retail branch. Read more.
Thursday, February 18, 2021 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM EST
In-Person or STREAM
The Branch Leadership Series will focus on the critical success elements of managing and leading a performance-focused sale and service team. Each workshop is designed either as a series or as a stand-alone, packaged full of checklists, job aids, case studies, examples, and "real world" situations. The Series provides a branch manager and the branch management team with current, proven solutions to managing a successful branch today. The Branch Leadership Series is four workshops that may also be completed as stand-alone sessions. The Branch Leadership Series is designed for Retail Managers, Branch Managers, Assistant Branch Managers, Branch Manager Candidates, head tellers, teller supervisors, Personal/Universal Bankers and anyone responsible for the direction and development of a retail branch. Read more.
Save the Dates for ICBA Securities 2021 Webinars
ICBA Securities has released their calendar of 2021 webinar topics and dates. Different series include the Community Bank series, Economic Update series and Bank Advisory and Strategic Services series. There is no cost for Vining Sparks customers, community bank members and prospects. CPE credit is available for all webinars. Click here to learn more.
ICBA Securities has released their calendar of 2021 webinar topics and dates. Different series include the Community Bank series, Economic Update series and Bank Advisory and Strategic Services series. There is no cost for Vining Sparks customers, community bank members and prospects. CPE credit is available for all webinars. Click here to learn more.
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AgoraEversole offers comprehensive marketing services and solutions to community banks across Georgia. Digital marketing services offered include the GetSocial social media program, Website Design, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), Digital Advertising, and other related marketing services. The traditional program serves needs for newspaper, radio, collateral pieces, etc. Serving almost 100 banks across 15 states, AgoraEversole is your ideal partnership to grow your brand and market share!
To learn more, contact Chris Bates by email, at 601-366-7370 or by visiting their website. |
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