
The CBA Advocacy Update is your guide to all things taking place at the Gold Dome this session. Weekly updates will change a little this year as there will be a team of two down at the dome. Tyler Eck, Government and Regulatory Relations Associate, joins CBA’s seasoned lobbyist Lori Godfrey, EVP, Government and Regulatory Relations.
This session will go down as another notorious historic year. The pandemic still looms over everyone's heads, and new procedures and protocols are in place to keep everyone safe under the dome, meaning there are already several challenges to overcome that we are happy to take on. There are quite a few new faces around the Capital this session; 24 new House representatives and 11 new Senators this cycle took their oath and were sworn in. Friday’s Advocacy Update was chock-full of information including:
This session will go down as another notorious historic year. The pandemic still looms over everyone's heads, and new procedures and protocols are in place to keep everyone safe under the dome, meaning there are already several challenges to overcome that we are happy to take on. There are quite a few new faces around the Capital this session; 24 new House representatives and 11 new Senators this cycle took their oath and were sworn in. Friday’s Advocacy Update was chock-full of information including:
- Weekly Update
- New Committee Membership
- Legislation CBA is Tracking
- CBA PPP Resources
- ICBA PPP and EIP News
- SBA Paycheck Protection Program
Welcome New CBA Associate Members
CBA would like to welcome new Associate Members who were recently approved by the CBA Board of Directors. Throughout the year, CBA’s Board approves quality vendors who provide products and services to CBA members. CBA’s online Associate Member Directory puts these providers at your fingertips. For more information, contact Lindsay Greene at lindsay@cbaofga.com.
CBA would like to welcome new Associate Members who were recently approved by the CBA Board of Directors. Throughout the year, CBA’s Board approves quality vendors who provide products and services to CBA members. CBA’s online Associate Member Directory puts these providers at your fingertips. For more information, contact Lindsay Greene at lindsay@cbaofga.com.
Atlanta Media Services LLC
Mr. Nick Snider Marietta, GA Advertising/Marketing Compliance Core LLC Ms. Jacqueline Maduneme Atlanta, GA Compliance/Risk Management Novus Architects Ms. Olivia Shoffner Peachtree Corners, GA Building Designers/Consultants |
Olsen Palmer LLC
Mr. Michael Rediker Financial Services Washington, DC United Bankers' Bank Mr. Trey Moore Bloomington, MN Correspondent Banking Upgrade, Inc. Ms. Rebecca Bacon San Francisco, CA Financial Services |

The 2021 Julian & Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship Applications Available
The Hester Scholarship is open to Georgia high school seniors who will be entering a Georgia college, university or technical school (two year program or more) in the fall semester of 2021. The scholarship is named after the late Jan Hester, daughter of Lalia and the late Julian Hester, long-time CEO of the CBA. The four winning recipients will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. CBA’s Leadership Division proudly assists with this initiative.
Applications should be returned to the bank no later than Friday, April 2, 2021. All completed applications should be submitted by the bank to CBA no later than Friday, April 9, 2021. Click here for information for the bank, students and a helpful Q & A.
The Hester Scholarship is open to Georgia high school seniors who will be entering a Georgia college, university or technical school (two year program or more) in the fall semester of 2021. The scholarship is named after the late Jan Hester, daughter of Lalia and the late Julian Hester, long-time CEO of the CBA. The four winning recipients will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. CBA’s Leadership Division proudly assists with this initiative.
Applications should be returned to the bank no later than Friday, April 2, 2021. All completed applications should be submitted by the bank to CBA no later than Friday, April 9, 2021. Click here for information for the bank, students and a helpful Q & A.

Rick Whaley Re-Elected as FHLB Atlanta Chair
FHLBank Atlanta board members re-elected Rick Whaley, President, CEO and Director, Citizens Bank of Americus, to a two-year term as chair of FHLBank Atlanta’s board of directors.
Mr. Whaley has been a director of FHLBank Atlanta since 2013 and served as chair of the board from 2019 to 2020. He previously served as vice chair from 2015 to 2018. Prior to serving as vice chair, Mr. Whaley served as chair of the Credit and Member Services Committee.
FHLBank Atlanta board members re-elected Rick Whaley, President, CEO and Director, Citizens Bank of Americus, to a two-year term as chair of FHLBank Atlanta’s board of directors.
Mr. Whaley has been a director of FHLBank Atlanta since 2013 and served as chair of the board from 2019 to 2020. He previously served as vice chair from 2015 to 2018. Prior to serving as vice chair, Mr. Whaley served as chair of the Credit and Member Services Committee.
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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:
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. |

Consumer Lending School - Marietta
February 8-12, 2021 | In-Person or STREAM
This school is designed to take the student through the process of consumer lending to develop and advance the skills necessary to administer quality consumer loans. Numerous in-class case studies and exercises will be utilized to assist with comprehension and retention of these skills.
February 8-12, 2021 | In-Person or STREAM
This school is designed to take the student through the process of consumer lending to develop and advance the skills necessary to administer quality consumer loans. Numerous in-class case studies and exercises will be utilized to assist with comprehension and retention of these skills.

Retail Banking Forum - Macon
February 17, 2021 | In-Person or STREAM
This forum provides a platform and an opportunity for retail banking officers to exchange ideas freely and examine pressing issues in today's ever-evolving regulatory, cost-conscience, and results-driven environment. The agenda for each session is based on input from participants in the forum group and the facilitator.
February 17, 2021 | In-Person or STREAM
This forum provides a platform and an opportunity for retail banking officers to exchange ideas freely and examine pressing issues in today's ever-evolving regulatory, cost-conscience, and results-driven environment. The agenda for each session is based on input from participants in the forum group and the facilitator.

State of the Mortgage Industry: 2021
Thursday, January 21, 2020 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Join Crescent Mortgage for a view of the mortgage industry. Rates? COVID Income Calculations? New 1003? Administration Policy changes? This session will be led by Robert Shellenberger, National Sales Manager & Fowler Williams, President & CEO of Crescent Mortgage Company. Click here to register.
Thursday, January 21, 2020 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Join Crescent Mortgage for a view of the mortgage industry. Rates? COVID Income Calculations? New 1003? Administration Policy changes? This session will be led by Robert Shellenberger, National Sales Manager & Fowler Williams, President & CEO of Crescent Mortgage Company. Click here to register.
ATM Response is an armored car company providing custom cash logistics and ATM maintenance solutions for Financial Institutions throughout the southeast. Founded in 1982 and based in Suwanee, Georgia, ATM Response offers a wide range of service offerings including Cash Delivery from the Federal Reserve, ATM Maintenance Programs and ATM Balancing and Replenishment.
To learn more, contact Clayton Braswell, at 770-231-7425 or by visiting their website. |
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