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On behalf of CBA’s Membership Committee, we invite you to participate in a quick survey to assess your needs and learn how CBA can best serve our member banks. Your feedback is extremely important to us as we plan for the year ahead.
Please take a moment to complete the survey by October 15, 2021. Surveys received by October 15th will be entered in a drawing for a $100 education credit or complimentary webinar. Thank you in advance for your participation! Take survey.
Please take a moment to complete the survey by October 15, 2021. Surveys received by October 15th will be entered in a drawing for a $100 education credit or complimentary webinar. Thank you in advance for your participation! Take survey.
George AndrewsUnity National Bank
Atlanta
Georgia Banker Signs Minority Bank Council Letter Strongly Opposing IRS Reporting Plan
CBA wishes to recognize the ICBA Minority Bank Advisory Council and one of its members, Georgia’s own George Andrews of Unity National Bank, Atlanta, for the strongly worded letter to leaders of the Congressional Black, Asian Pacific American, and Hispanic caucuses denouncing the IRS proposal to require banks to report on all transactions of $600.00 or more. “It is clear that ALL segments of the financial services industry, as well as the public in general, see this as a gross overreach of power by the Biden Administration and those supporting legislators and policy makers,” stated John McNair, President, and CEO of the CBA of Georgia. IRS letter from ICBA Minority Bank Council
CBA wishes to recognize the ICBA Minority Bank Advisory Council and one of its members, Georgia’s own George Andrews of Unity National Bank, Atlanta, for the strongly worded letter to leaders of the Congressional Black, Asian Pacific American, and Hispanic caucuses denouncing the IRS proposal to require banks to report on all transactions of $600.00 or more. “It is clear that ALL segments of the financial services industry, as well as the public in general, see this as a gross overreach of power by the Biden Administration and those supporting legislators and policy makers,” stated John McNair, President, and CEO of the CBA of Georgia. IRS letter from ICBA Minority Bank Council
Attention Bankers: October 7, 2021 | The Barn, Albany
CBA is proud to partner with The National Federation of Independent Business to host the first ever Town Hall Talks. This event provides community bankers the opportunity to engage their legislators in a Q&A session and hear perspectives on legislative issues that may impact your community bank. In addition to the networking opportunity with legislators, you will hear from your CBA Team regarding association updates and insights on the upcoming legislative session. We encourage you to invite your small business clients to attend these events with you! Register here.
CBA is proud to partner with The National Federation of Independent Business to host the first ever Town Hall Talks. This event provides community bankers the opportunity to engage their legislators in a Q&A session and hear perspectives on legislative issues that may impact your community bank. In addition to the networking opportunity with legislators, you will hear from your CBA Team regarding association updates and insights on the upcoming legislative session. We encourage you to invite your small business clients to attend these events with you! Register here.
Meet the Winners of the Charlie Curry Memorial Clay Shoot
Last week’s Charlie Curry Memorial Clay Shoot at Wynfield Plantation in Albany was a day for bankers, associate member companies, and members of the Curry family to come together to honor a legendary community banker and raise funds for CBA’s PAC Fund. Scott Curry, President & CEO, First State Bank of Randolph County, Cuthbert, spoke to the group at lunch and noted the importance of community bankers having a voice with legislators. Participants enjoyed a day of great weather, friendly competition, and fellowship. Not one to miss an outing, Ole ‘Swags made an appearance with each team.
Once again, ATM Response was the Premier Sponsor for the event. Special thanks to all sponsors and to the team at Wynfield for making the day a success. Congratulations to the winners!
Don’t miss the Chuck Harwell Memorial Clay Shoot on October 21st at Burge Plantation in Mansfield. Click here to register.
Last week’s Charlie Curry Memorial Clay Shoot at Wynfield Plantation in Albany was a day for bankers, associate member companies, and members of the Curry family to come together to honor a legendary community banker and raise funds for CBA’s PAC Fund. Scott Curry, President & CEO, First State Bank of Randolph County, Cuthbert, spoke to the group at lunch and noted the importance of community bankers having a voice with legislators. Participants enjoyed a day of great weather, friendly competition, and fellowship. Not one to miss an outing, Ole ‘Swags made an appearance with each team.
Once again, ATM Response was the Premier Sponsor for the event. Special thanks to all sponsors and to the team at Wynfield for making the day a success. Congratulations to the winners!
Don’t miss the Chuck Harwell Memorial Clay Shoot on October 21st at Burge Plantation in Mansfield. Click here to register.
Morning Flight: 1st Place Team
Ashley Atkins, Jeff Baxley, Sam Coleman, John McNair (CBA) & Perry White, Community Bank of Georgia, Baxley |
Morning Flight: 2nd Place Team
David Tucker, Kathleen Lang-Tucker, Citizens Bank of Americus; Chad Cofield and Chan Mack, STS Group & John McNair (CBA) Not pictured: Trey Moore, United Bankers’ Bank |
Afternoon Flight: 1st Place Team
John McNair (CBA); Jonathon Guthrie, The Peoples Bank, Willacoochee; Landon Woodall, GEC, Inc; Not pictured: Blake Jones, JBC Construction; Cam Kirbo, Kirbo and Kirbo |
Afternoon Flight: 2nd Place Team
John McNair (CBA); Rick Little, Frank Griffin & Taylor Jenkins, Flint Community Bank; Not pictured: Chad Little |
Free Marketing Materials - October is
National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Cyber incidents aren’t a matter of if but when. CBA makes it easy for your bank to increase cybersecurity awareness for your customers with our marketing toolkit. The toolkit includes social media graphics, hashtags, articles, and resources to promote throughout the month.
Special thanks to several CBA partner firms who have provided security tips:
National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Cyber incidents aren’t a matter of if but when. CBA makes it easy for your bank to increase cybersecurity awareness for your customers with our marketing toolkit. The toolkit includes social media graphics, hashtags, articles, and resources to promote throughout the month.
Special thanks to several CBA partner firms who have provided security tips:
- Wipfli: Cyber Security Tips & Best Practices For Your Business; 30 Tips in 30 Days
- Finosec: Cyber Security Awareness Toolkit: Tips to Prevent Against a Cyber Attack
- SHAZAM: Blog for Cyber Security Awareness Month
- CalTech: Cyber Security Questions & Answers Primer; 7 Top Cyber Security Issues Banks Must Avoid
Georgia’s community bankers do great things in their communities every day. Here is the latest on community outreach and news from CBA Members:
- Ameris Bank, Atlanta, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its founding on Oct. 1, 1971. The Atlanta-headquartered bank is paying homage to its hometown roots with a series of events in Moultrie, the site of its first branch. Read more.
- Employees from Oconee State Bank’s Gwinnett County office recently volunteered at the sixth annual Refuge Coffee 5K, which had more than 700 runners participating.
- PrimeSouth Bank, Waycross, expressed their appreciation to healthcare workers in each of the bank’s markets by delivering snacks and hand-written messages to Baptist Medical Center Nassau, Memorial Satilla Health, Southeast Georgia Health System, and Wayne Memorial Hospital.
Lilquita Ellison has joined the staff at The Peoples Bank, Eatonton.
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Grant Greenwood, J.D., CIPP/US, partner at James-Bates Brannan-Groover, LLP, Macon, earned a CIPP-US certification from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (“IAPP”). The IAPP is the world’s largest and most comprehensive global information privacy community. Professionals with this certification represent an elite group who have demonstrated a deep understanding of both the principles and laws governing cyber security and data privacy in the U.S. Passing the certification exam requires a significant understanding of a myriad of the laws governing data privacy practices in the United States and abroad. These laws and regulations include HIPAA, GLBA, CAN-SPAM, the Digital Telephony Act, HITECH, FCRA, TCPA, Section 5 of the FTC Act, GINA, the CURES Act, FACTA, Dodd-Frank, BSA, FERPA, the Video Privacy Protections Act of 1988, SOX, COPPA, the CLOUD Act, the OECD guidelines, and the GDPR to name a few.
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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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HR & Talent Development R.A.P.
Session III: October 8, 2021 | Macon | In-Person or STREAM
Continued Conversations around Developing a Talent Pipeline
How “smart” are your emotions? How often have you been told to check your emotions at the door? There’s a growing field of research on the value and importance of emotional intelligence — an individual’s ability to use information to guide thinking and behavior to adapt to different environments or achieve one’s goals. Understanding and using emotions correctly can make you a better communicator and, ultimately, more effective in your job. Learn strategies to increase your emotional intelligence and use that knowledge for better decision-making. With a greater understanding of your emotions, you’ll experience positive impacts in both your professional and personal life. Register here.
Session III: October 8, 2021 | Macon | In-Person or STREAM
Continued Conversations around Developing a Talent Pipeline
How “smart” are your emotions? How often have you been told to check your emotions at the door? There’s a growing field of research on the value and importance of emotional intelligence — an individual’s ability to use information to guide thinking and behavior to adapt to different environments or achieve one’s goals. Understanding and using emotions correctly can make you a better communicator and, ultimately, more effective in your job. Learn strategies to increase your emotional intelligence and use that knowledge for better decision-making. With a greater understanding of your emotions, you’ll experience positive impacts in both your professional and personal life. Register here.
Safety & Soundness - RAP Banker Regulatory Forum
October 13, 2021 | STREAM
The goal of the Banker Regulatory Forum is to establish a dialogue with the state and federal regulators/agencies regarding their policies, procedures, and objectives. It also serves as a clearing house for CBA member concerns.
The regulatory agencies cover their hot topics first, with questions from the bankers allowed at any time. In addition, if time permits, the regulators will answer any prepared questions submitted prior to the meeting. We ensure an open dialogue between bankers and regulators throughout the forum. Register today.
October 13, 2021 | STREAM
The goal of the Banker Regulatory Forum is to establish a dialogue with the state and federal regulators/agencies regarding their policies, procedures, and objectives. It also serves as a clearing house for CBA member concerns.
The regulatory agencies cover their hot topics first, with questions from the bankers allowed at any time. In addition, if time permits, the regulators will answer any prepared questions submitted prior to the meeting. We ensure an open dialogue between bankers and regulators throughout the forum. Register today.
Webinar: FDIC Deposit Insurance Coverage
and Related Matters
October 19, 2021 | 2:00 p.m.
This free webinar is designed for all levels of bank employees, CPAs, and executives who would like to learn more about FDIC deposit insurance coverage and related matters. CPAs can receive 1 CPE credit (approved by NASBA). This session will cover:
Coverage Background | Basic Coverage Rules | Agency or Custodial Accounts
Coverage for Government Accounts | Examination Preparation | Reciprocal Deposits
Joe DiNuzzo, a former attorney with the FDIC and an expert in FDIC insurance regulations, will lead the session. Read more and register.
and Related Matters
October 19, 2021 | 2:00 p.m.
This free webinar is designed for all levels of bank employees, CPAs, and executives who would like to learn more about FDIC deposit insurance coverage and related matters. CPAs can receive 1 CPE credit (approved by NASBA). This session will cover:
Coverage Background | Basic Coverage Rules | Agency or Custodial Accounts
Coverage for Government Accounts | Examination Preparation | Reciprocal Deposits
Joe DiNuzzo, a former attorney with the FDIC and an expert in FDIC insurance regulations, will lead the session. Read more and register.
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Warren Averett has grown substantially over the last few years to become one of the largest accounting firms in the Southeastern region, ranking among the top 30 firms in the United States. With more than 800 employees and 340 CPAs across 15 offices, Warren Averett offers depth and experience in financial services, with services that span beyond audit and tax to include wealth management, staffing and recruiting, technology consulting, financial outsourcing, retirement plan administration and investments. Our Banking Services Group is made up of 50+ professionals serving a variety of financial institutions, from community banks, state banks, public banks, de novo banks, and insurance organizations. We go beyond the typical audit, accounting, and tax return functions to find unique ways to improve your overall operational efficiencies.
To learn more, contact Lisa Berry at 205-368-5689 or visit their website. |
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