This morning at Small Business Day at the Dome, bankers are making their voices heard inside the Capitol as they communicate directly with legislators during the session. Afterwards, join us and enjoy lunch with your legislators and peers at the Georgia Freight Depot at Noon! We look forward to seeing you there!
Meet CBA's Membership Committee Chair: Richy Everly
With ten standing committees, CBA offers member community banks a way to strengthen their association first-hand. The Committee Chair, along with committee members provide valuable feedback and guidance on the needs, challenges and opportunities of Georgia’s community banks. The latest issue of Georgia Communities First magazine features CBA’s Membership Committee Chair, Richy Everly, President & CEO of Bank of Wrightsville. Learn more about Richy, his bank and the Membership Committee.
Read the full article in CBA's latest issue of the reformatted Georgia Communities First magazine, now exclusively digital and issued bi-monthly. Check out the January/February 2020 issue.
With ten standing committees, CBA offers member community banks a way to strengthen their association first-hand. The Committee Chair, along with committee members provide valuable feedback and guidance on the needs, challenges and opportunities of Georgia’s community banks. The latest issue of Georgia Communities First magazine features CBA’s Membership Committee Chair, Richy Everly, President & CEO of Bank of Wrightsville. Learn more about Richy, his bank and the Membership Committee.
Read the full article in CBA's latest issue of the reformatted Georgia Communities First magazine, now exclusively digital and issued bi-monthly. Check out the January/February 2020 issue.
Georgia’s community bankers do great things in their communities every day. Here is the latest on community outreach and news from CBA Members:
- Many banks are taking advantage of CBA's Marketing Toolkit for February, "I Love My Community Bank." Banks like First National Bank of Coffee County and Heritage Bank, McDonough, have been sharing reasons to love local community banks. In addition, Planters First Bank, Cordele, has been customizing graphics with their own photos, and First Bank, Dalton, is holding a contest for customers to submit their stories for a chance to win a Visa gift card. Make sure your bank is taking advantage of these graphics, and be sure to reach out to your bank customers on social media so they can share why they love their hometown bank. Check out the marketing toolkit. Be sure to use the hashtag #ILoveMyCommunityBank.
- Team members from Queensborough National Bank & Trust in Statesboro recently volunteered for the First Friday Downtown Puppy Kissing Booth with the Humane Society. In addition, the bank's Sandersville branch recently visited Washington County High School to teach students about financial literacy. Lastly, the bank's Waynesboro branch participated in the Mayor's Betterment Expo.
- First Port City Bank, Bainbridge, recently graduated their 2020 Leadership Class. The bank presented their prestigious Horizon Award to Vivi Schuyler, receiving a special gift from the bank for her extraordinary efforts and growth in her leadership abilities. Each graduate was presented with a graduation certificate and the book Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens.
- Mount Vernon Bank, Vidalia, recently presented a check to Brewton Parker College in honor of the late John Roller who served as Board Member/Emeritus for 29 years. The check was presented to Dr. Echols, President of Brewton Parker College by Don Thigpen, CEO and Alan Thigpen, President.
- Guardian Bank, Valdosta, recently presented a check to The Boys and Girls Club of Valdosta. In addition, the bank held a food & supplies drive for the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Time Out of Valdosta.
- United National Bank, Cairo, recently presented a check to Dana Prince Willis and OBCDanceArts.
- BankSouth, Greensboro, recently sponsored St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital's Heart & Soul Gala.
- Several team members from Bank of Dudley recently volunteered at Promise of Hope's annual Day of Blessings.
- The Bank of Soperton/Million Pines Community Bank, Vidalia, recently visited a third grade class at Sally D. Meadows Elementary School to read to the students.
- Wendi Spinks and Heather Forrester from Legacy State Bank, Athens, recently participated in the Walton Works College & Career Expo to meet local high school students and discuss the banking industry.
- Gary Johnson recently announced his retirement as Market President of Bulloch First, Statesboro (a division of The Citizens Bank of Swainsboro). Gary will continue to serve on the Fiduciary Board of Directors for The Citizens Bank of Swainsboro.
- United Community Bank, Blairsville, was recently recognized as one of America’s best banks by Forbes magazine for the seventh consecutive year. The article “America’s Best Banks 2020” ranked 100 of the largest publicly traded banks and thrifts nationwide. United Community Bank was included in the top 25 on this prestigious list. Read the article.
Sympathies
CBA extends our sympathies to Gary Johnson, Bulloch First, Statesboro, whose wife Deborah Johnson recently passed away. Read more.
CBA extends our sympathies to Gary Johnson, Bulloch First, Statesboro, whose wife Deborah Johnson recently passed away. Read more.
2020 Campaign for the CBA PAC/PR Fund Underway!
CBA's 2020 campaign for the Political Action Committee and Public Relations (PAC/PR) Fund is underway, and we are pleased to announce a recent contribution to the PAC/PR Fund.
CBA's 2020 campaign for the Political Action Committee and Public Relations (PAC/PR) Fund is underway, and we are pleased to announce a recent contribution to the PAC/PR Fund.
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Special thanks to our recent contributor:
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In order to achieve our goals, we will need the help of your institution, Board members, officers, and employees. Your contributions are greatly appreciated and will go towards the only Georgia State PAC exclusively committed to representing the interests in community banks. Click here for contribution forms. For more information, contact Lori Godfrey.
Mohammed Sedehi has joined the Board of Directors for Signature Bank of Georgia, Sandy Springs.
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William E. "Wes" Simmons, Jr. has been promoted to Market President of Bulloch First, Statesboro (a division of The Citizens Bank of Swainsboro).
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Hollie Lloyd, Thomasville National Bank, has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
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Hank Stone, Thomasville National Bank, has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Senior Lending Officer.
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Til Culbreth, Thomasville National Bank, has been named Senior Vice President.
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Stephen Cheney, Jr., Thomasville National Bank, has been named Senior Vice President.
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Ivan Crocker, Thomasville National Bank, has been named Senior Vice President.
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Eric Ward, Thomasville National Bank, has been named Senior Vice President.
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Josh Cone, Thomasville National Bank, has been promoted to Vice President.
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Pam Brown, Thomasville National Bank, has been named Assistant Vice President.
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Elizabeth Davis, Thomasville National Bank, has been named Assistant Vice President.
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Danniell Slocumb, Thomasville National Bank, has been named Assistant Vice President.
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Amy Barton has joined Greater Community Bank, Rome, as Assistant Vice President and Assistant Loan Operations Manager.
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Thomas Bird has joined Colony Bank, Augusta, as Regional Market Manager, Mortgage Loan Originator for the Augusta, Statesboro and Savannah markets.
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Robert “Lee” Lewis III has joined Pineland Bank, Baxley, as the Market Executive in Baxley and Appling County.
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Whitney Miller has joined Morris Bank, Dublin, as Marketing Director.
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Darin Ruttenberg, Financial Advisor from LPL Financial, has joined the the team at United Community Advisory Services, Peachtree City, a division of United Community Bank.
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Rod McLeod has joined the Cordele Community Advisory Board for Colony Bank, Cordele.
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Jonathan Sinyard has joined the Cordele Community Advisory Board for Colony Bank, Cordele.
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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:
CBA Announces Keynote Speakers for 2020 Conventions
42nd Annual LEAD Convention - Pete Smith
Pete Smith is an international speaker and coach in the fields of leadership, management, personal growth and development. His energetic, edgy, and interactive style is complimented by his ability to provide practical takeaways that actually work, while having a little fun in the process.
42nd Annual LEAD Convention - Pete Smith
Pete Smith is an international speaker and coach in the fields of leadership, management, personal growth and development. His energetic, edgy, and interactive style is complimented by his ability to provide practical takeaways that actually work, while having a little fun in the process.
52nd Annual Convention - David Salyers
David Salyers was one of the original two marketing executives at Chick-fil-A. He spent 37 years in the Chick-fil-A Marketing Department and most recently served as a Vice President before his recent retirement. Chick-fil-A has experienced over 50 consecutive years of sales growth and is at, or near, the top rankings of U.S. brands across all sectors. David has invested his entire career working in and helping to build a culture only to be described as remarkable.
The program topics and speakers are being selected. If you are interested in sharing your ideas – contact us at cba@cbaofga.com. For exhibitor and sponsorship information please contact Lindsay Greene.
Learn more and register for the 42nd LEAD Convention & Mini-Trade Show in June and the 52nd Annual Convention and Mini-Trade Show in September.
David Salyers was one of the original two marketing executives at Chick-fil-A. He spent 37 years in the Chick-fil-A Marketing Department and most recently served as a Vice President before his recent retirement. Chick-fil-A has experienced over 50 consecutive years of sales growth and is at, or near, the top rankings of U.S. brands across all sectors. David has invested his entire career working in and helping to build a culture only to be described as remarkable.
The program topics and speakers are being selected. If you are interested in sharing your ideas – contact us at cba@cbaofga.com. For exhibitor and sponsorship information please contact Lindsay Greene.
Learn more and register for the 42nd LEAD Convention & Mini-Trade Show in June and the 52nd Annual Convention and Mini-Trade Show in September.
Be Sure to Update Your Listing for the 2020 Georgia Financial Directory
CBA is working with NFR Communications LLC to produce the digital version of the 2020 Georgia Financial Directory. The directory will be published in late spring and all CBA members will receive a complimentary copy.
NFR has sent out forms for member banks to review and revise as necessary. Completed forms may be returned by email to directories@nfrcom.com or fax to 913-261-7010. Please update the information ASAP to ensure that your bank’s information is correct. Thanks for your help in making the 2020 Georgia Financial Directory a success.
CBA is working with NFR Communications LLC to produce the digital version of the 2020 Georgia Financial Directory. The directory will be published in late spring and all CBA members will receive a complimentary copy.
NFR has sent out forms for member banks to review and revise as necessary. Completed forms may be returned by email to directories@nfrcom.com or fax to 913-261-7010. Please update the information ASAP to ensure that your bank’s information is correct. Thanks for your help in making the 2020 Georgia Financial Directory a success.
R.O.D.E. Atlanta FinXTech Event
Thursday, February 20, 2020 | 8:30 am - 3:30 pm | ATDC, Atlanta
Autobooks, a team dedicated to reinventing small business banking, is teaming up with Bank Director to host a local FinXTech event next Thursday, February 20th from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC). The event is designed to bring financial institutions and fintech companies together to discuss the state of the industry and how to best collaborate. To view the full agenda, click click here. CBA member banks can take advantage of this event by using the code AUTOBOOKS to waive registration fees.
Thursday, February 20, 2020 | 8:30 am - 3:30 pm | ATDC, Atlanta
Autobooks, a team dedicated to reinventing small business banking, is teaming up with Bank Director to host a local FinXTech event next Thursday, February 20th from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC). The event is designed to bring financial institutions and fintech companies together to discuss the state of the industry and how to best collaborate. To view the full agenda, click click here. CBA member banks can take advantage of this event by using the code AUTOBOOKS to waive registration fees.
Here are some of the latest national news stories relevant to community banking and the financial services industry:
- GA DBF Issues January 2020 Bulletin
- Bowman proposes streamlining rules on third-party partnerships
- FDIC updates de novo, nonbank resources
- White House budget proposes ag cuts
- USDA announces hemp crop insurance programs
- ICBA partners with influencer to promote community banks
- SBA issues interim rule on lending programs
- FinCEN touts utility of reports as reform looms
- Kraninger: CFPB focused on empowering consumers
- SEC recommends best practices for cybersecurity, resiliency
- Fed bars Goldman exec from banking industry
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