Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) is pleased to announce a new mission statement which was recently approved by CBA’s Board of Directors. The new mission statement reads:
Communities are our Passion.
Banking is our Purpose.
Advocacy is our Power.
“For over 50 years, CBA has been passionate about the success of Georgia’s community banks,” stated John McNair, President & CEO of Community Bankers Association. “As the state’s only advocate working solely for the interests of community banks, their customers and their communities, the new mission statement truly reaffirms the goals we strive to achieve each and every day. It is a privilege to serve our member banks and help them succeed.”
“I’d also like to thank David Lance, President & CEO, Greater Community Bank, Rome, and Chairman of the CBA Board of Directors for his assistance in developing the mission statement along with our Board of Directors,” said Mr. McNair.
CBA was founded in 1969 by a group of Georgia community bankers to protect the political interests of locally owned community banks. Representing approximately 140 community banks and 170 associate member companies, CBA offers services in three distinct areas: Legislative, Professional Development and Member Services.
Communities are our Passion.
Banking is our Purpose.
Advocacy is our Power.
“For over 50 years, CBA has been passionate about the success of Georgia’s community banks,” stated John McNair, President & CEO of Community Bankers Association. “As the state’s only advocate working solely for the interests of community banks, their customers and their communities, the new mission statement truly reaffirms the goals we strive to achieve each and every day. It is a privilege to serve our member banks and help them succeed.”
“I’d also like to thank David Lance, President & CEO, Greater Community Bank, Rome, and Chairman of the CBA Board of Directors for his assistance in developing the mission statement along with our Board of Directors,” said Mr. McNair.
CBA was founded in 1969 by a group of Georgia community bankers to protect the political interests of locally owned community banks. Representing approximately 140 community banks and 170 associate member companies, CBA offers services in three distinct areas: Legislative, Professional Development and Member Services.
Lindsay Greene Promoted to Senior Vice President
John McNair, CBA President & CEO, announces the promotion of Lindsay Greene to Senior Vice President, Member Services.
Ms. Greene is responsible for working with CBA vendor partners, which includes both Preferred Service Providers and Associate Members. Her primary goal is to develop these relationships and offer maximum exposure to financial services providers by identifying opportunities for participation, advertising, sponsorship, professional development, and special events. Ms. Greene is responsible for the weekly newsletter, bi-monthly magazine, sponsorships, advertising and is the liaison for several CBA committees.
Ms. Greene holds a B.S. in Communication Arts from Georgia Southern University and is an alumna of Leadership Georgia. She has worked at CBA for 15 years in the Member Services and Marketing areas. Originally from St. Simons Island, she has over 20 years’ experience as Marketing Director for First Federal Savings Bank and First Georgia Bank in Brunswick as well as Community Bank of the South and Fidelity Bank in Atlanta.
“It is with great pride and deep admiration I announce the promotion of Lindsay to Senior Vice President,” said Mr. McNair. “Lindsay’s desire to serve CBA member banks and partner firms is exceptional. She has been a key factor in the turnaround of CBA the past two years. Additionally, her collaboration with Kristi Greer to integrate our partner firms into CBA’s Professional Development curriculum has resulted in enhanced educational and development programming for CBA member banks. I am grateful for her service to Georgia’s community banks and CBA and look forward to serving with her for many years to come."
John McNair, CBA President & CEO, announces the promotion of Lindsay Greene to Senior Vice President, Member Services.
Ms. Greene is responsible for working with CBA vendor partners, which includes both Preferred Service Providers and Associate Members. Her primary goal is to develop these relationships and offer maximum exposure to financial services providers by identifying opportunities for participation, advertising, sponsorship, professional development, and special events. Ms. Greene is responsible for the weekly newsletter, bi-monthly magazine, sponsorships, advertising and is the liaison for several CBA committees.
Ms. Greene holds a B.S. in Communication Arts from Georgia Southern University and is an alumna of Leadership Georgia. She has worked at CBA for 15 years in the Member Services and Marketing areas. Originally from St. Simons Island, she has over 20 years’ experience as Marketing Director for First Federal Savings Bank and First Georgia Bank in Brunswick as well as Community Bank of the South and Fidelity Bank in Atlanta.
“It is with great pride and deep admiration I announce the promotion of Lindsay to Senior Vice President,” said Mr. McNair. “Lindsay’s desire to serve CBA member banks and partner firms is exceptional. She has been a key factor in the turnaround of CBA the past two years. Additionally, her collaboration with Kristi Greer to integrate our partner firms into CBA’s Professional Development curriculum has resulted in enhanced educational and development programming for CBA member banks. I am grateful for her service to Georgia’s community banks and CBA and look forward to serving with her for many years to come."
New ICBA Summary on Recent PPP Guidance
ICBA released a summary of recent Paycheck Protection Program guidance, including a simplified forgiveness process and guidelines on Economic Injury Disaster Loan advances.
The document details:
ICBA continues to offer a guide on SBA lien requirements related to EIDLs and additional information on the federal pandemic response on its COVID-19 frequently asked questions.
ICBA released a summary of recent Paycheck Protection Program guidance, including a simplified forgiveness process and guidelines on Economic Injury Disaster Loan advances.
The document details:
- The simplified Form 3508S application and instructions for borrowers with PPP loans of $50,000 or less.
- An SBA update to its frequently asked questions on the extended deferral period for borrower payments on PPP loans.
- SBA's announcement that lenders can now see if the agency will deduct an EIDL advance from final forgiveness payments.
ICBA continues to offer a guide on SBA lien requirements related to EIDLs and additional information on the federal pandemic response on its COVID-19 frequently asked questions.
Mitch Ralston has been named Commercial Lending Division Manager within the Hall County team of United Community Bank, Gainesville.
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Donald Harris, United Community Bank, Cleveland, has been promoted to City President of White County.
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Courtney Bedenbaugh has been promoted to Vice President of Sales and Marketing at STS Group, Madison, AL.
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Troy Poulin has been promoted to Vice President of Operations & Technology at The Claxton Bank.
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Michelle Pollard, has been promoted to Accounting Manager and ISO at The Claxton Bank.
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Tyler Gordon has been promoted Compliance Manager at The Claxton Bank.
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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:
Commercial Lending School
This 4-day school is designed for the student to understand the process of commercial lending while developing the skills necessary for quality commercial loans administration. Numerous in-class case studies and exercises will be utilized to assist with comprehension and skill retention.
The lending school is designed for anyone with at least one year of experience in commercial lending or the equivalent of commercial lending training. A good understanding of accounting principles is beneficial.
Register Today!
This 4-day school is designed for the student to understand the process of commercial lending while developing the skills necessary for quality commercial loans administration. Numerous in-class case studies and exercises will be utilized to assist with comprehension and skill retention.
The lending school is designed for anyone with at least one year of experience in commercial lending or the equivalent of commercial lending training. A good understanding of accounting principles is beneficial.
Register Today!
HELP CBA PLAN FOR 2021!
We need your help in planning. We are always open to your feedback and appreciate you completing program evaluation through-out the year.
We have created a survey for you to complete and will plan to download the results to use to schedule programs for 2021. Please use this link to access the survey and complete by Friday, October 23. COMPLETE THE SURVEY
We need your help in planning. We are always open to your feedback and appreciate you completing program evaluation through-out the year.
We have created a survey for you to complete and will plan to download the results to use to schedule programs for 2021. Please use this link to access the survey and complete by Friday, October 23. COMPLETE THE SURVEY
Planning for 2021? CBA’s Salary Survey is a Useful Tool
CBA partnered with Warren Averett to deliver the 2020 Annual Salary Survey. The survey is a compilation of current salaries and general benefits for common positions within Georgia's community banks and can be a vital tool when determining competitive pay and benefits for employee recruitment and retention.
Items of additional value for this year’s survey include:
CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR COPY
CBA partnered with Warren Averett to deliver the 2020 Annual Salary Survey. The survey is a compilation of current salaries and general benefits for common positions within Georgia's community banks and can be a vital tool when determining competitive pay and benefits for employee recruitment and retention.
Items of additional value for this year’s survey include:
- Additional HR and Benefits questions to answer the questions that new recruits are asking (PTO, Healthcare, Benefits)
- COVID-19 specific questions to address the circumstances that employers are in
CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR COPY
FDIC Selects 14 Companies in Tech Sprint to Modernize Bank Financial Reporting
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced the selection of 14 technology companies to compete in the next phase of the agency’s Rapid Prototyping Competition, a tech sprint designed to develop an innovative new approach to financial reporting, particularly for community banks. The FDIC has awarded initial contracts to the following CBA Associate Members: Fidelity Information Services, LLC; First Data Government Solutions, LP (Fiserv); and S&P Global Market Intelligence, LLC. Read the full press release.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced the selection of 14 technology companies to compete in the next phase of the agency’s Rapid Prototyping Competition, a tech sprint designed to develop an innovative new approach to financial reporting, particularly for community banks. The FDIC has awarded initial contracts to the following CBA Associate Members: Fidelity Information Services, LLC; First Data Government Solutions, LP (Fiserv); and S&P Global Market Intelligence, LLC. Read the full press release.
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ICBA Securities provides a full suite of investment products and services for community banks through its exclusively endorsed broker, Vining Sparks. Included are traditional debt securities, interest rate products, whole loans, and M&A and bank valuation services. Vining Sparks also has state-of-the-art asset/liability and bond accounting products. ICBA Securities, a wholly owned subsidiary of the ICBA, provides a full calendar of educational events for community bankers and investment professionals. ICBA Securities is endorsed by 32 affiliated state banking associations, and is the only broker/dealer owned by the community banking industry.
To learn more, contact Jim Reber at 800-422-6442 or visit their website. |
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