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MAY 15, 2019

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To better serve the community banking industry in Georgia, CBA is pleased to announce the following organizational and personnel changes. These changes and promotions will allow CBA to upgrade our entire member programming and service offerings. CBA’s goal is to provide the best in professional development across the spectrum while efficiently and effectively managing the overall business of the association.
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Lori Godfrey: Lori has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff.  Lori leads our Government and Regulatory Relations endeavors.  Lori will manage all senior association staff and assist the President/CEO with all aspects of the association’s business, strategic planning and execution.
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Kristi Greer: Kristi has been promoted to Senior Vice President. Kristi leads CBA’s Professional Development initiatives, which now includes all educational and corporate programming.
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Lindsay Greene: As Vice President—Member Services, Marketing and Communications, Lindsay is the primary contact for all bank and corporate memberships.  In addition, Lindsay leads the association’s marketing and communications efforts.
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Tammy Maass: Serving as Vice President—Accounting, Tammy will continue to manage and execute the association’s accounting and bookkeeping needs.  Additionally, she will partner with Professional Development and become active with registration management.  ​
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Peake Wilson: As Vice President—Professional Development & Corporate Secretary, Peake will serve as the team leader and program facilitator for Professional Development while maintaining her existing responsibilities as Corporate Secretary.  Peake will continue to facilitate the Leadership Division initiatives.
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Cassie Conklin: Cassie has been promoted to Assistant Vice President. She will continue to direct the association’s digital strategy and participate in all marketing efforts to support the association’s professional development offerings.
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Jeremy Thomens: Jeremy has been promoted to Assistant Vice President and will support our Member Services, Marketing and Communications strategies. Jeremy manages the IT functions and is an integral supporter of our digital strategy and web presence.
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Connie Shepard:  Connie has been promoted to Assistant Vice President—Professional Development & Member Engagement. In this capacity, Connie will facilitate Professional Development events and will lead all member outreach strategies.
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Donna Coutant:  Donna will continue in her role as an Associate serving our Professional Development partners. ​
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Effective July 15, 2019, Lisa McNair will start with the association as the Director of Strategic Finance.  Lisa holds a BS Degree—Accounting, a MBA, and a CPA.  She will be engaged in all financial aspects of the association such as but not limited to the annual audit, monthly reporting, profitability analysis of programs, cost/benefit analysis of all purchases as well as the association’s overall investment strategy.
We have already kicked off the changes and are excited for what the future holds. We are excited and very proud of your CBA staff! ​​

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CBA Unveils Legislative Timeline for SB 157
In CBA's latest Advocacy Update, President/CEO John McNair revealed a new timeline outlining the process involved to turn SB 157 into law in Georgia, going back to an idea in 2016. The timeline depicts the long journey filled with challenges and obstacles in the legislative process. CBA fought hard to make SB157 and we are so pleased and thankful to have secured unanimous passage in the entire legislature. Moreover, we are extremely grateful Governor Kemp’s support throughout the process. Click here to see the timeline. To read John's post in the Advocacy Update, click here.


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Don't Stop Me Now 5K & Kids' Fun Run
Register for the 5k/Kids' Fun Run and support CBA's PAC/PR Funds!

This always fun and popular activity will raise funds for one of the Leadership Division's most important passions - CBA's PAC/PR Funds. The 5k will begin at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday for adults and the one-mile fun run will begin shortly after for children. Every runner who registers in advance will receive a commemorative t-shirt (sorry, t-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for registrations received after June 1st). There will be a male and female winner for each race and all winners will receive an award. Each child who participates in the Fun Run will receive a medal. Winners will be recognized during the General Session on Saturday. Water will be provided before, during and after the run. There will be plenty of time to refresh before breakfast and general session.

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If you would like to register, contact Peake Wilson with the runners' names and ages (if registering children) and t-shirt sizes. The available sizes are:
Adult: XXL  XL  L  M  S
Youth: XL L M S
 
Registration is $20 per runner in advance and $25 after June 1st. (T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed after June 1st.) The CBA maintains the only state PAC working exclusively for Georgia's community banks.

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Group Rate Deadline is Extended to May 21st, But Hurry!
For single/double occupancy – Resort View, $299 per night; Courtyard View, $329 per night; Ocean View, $359 per night. All rates are subject to state and local taxes at the time of check-in (currently 10%) plus $2, per night Chamber of Commerce fee. The resort service charge is $22 per night and has many inclusions such as self-parking. Contact Peake Wilson at the CBA for more information. The group rate is available for up to 3 days prior and 3 days after event. The deadline to receive the discounted rate has been extended to Tuesday, May 21, 2019; but hurry - the block is filling up quickly! For reservations, click here or call toll free at (888) 444-6664 and reference “Community Bankers Association of Georgia” to receive the discounted rate. 

​Join us and your peers and lead the way to Hilton Head at CBA's 41st Annual Leadership Division Convention & Mini-Trade Show, Thursday- Sunday, June 6-9, 2019 at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort, Hilton Head Island, SC. Learn more and register.


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CFPB Launches Reg Reviews with Overdraft Oversight
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau published a notice on how it plans to periodically review regulations under the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980. The CFPB also requested public input as part of its first RFA review, which examines the 2009 overdraft rule.
 
The RFA requires agencies to review certain rules within 10 years of their publication and consider their effect on small businesses. The CFPB said its reviews will determine whether rules should be continued, amended or rescinded. The CFPB’s first review, on the 2009 overdraft rule, seeks comments on the economic impact of the rule on small entities. The rule limits the ability of financial institutions to assess overdraft fees for paying ATM and one-time debit card transactions that overdraw customer accounts. Read more from the CFPB.


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FinCEN Affirms Regulatory Framework for CVC, Warns of Threats Posed by Misuse
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued guidance on the Application of FinCEN’s Regulations to Certain Business Models Involving Convertible Virtual Currencies (CVC). The guidance is in response to questions raised by financial institutions, law enforcement, and regulators concerning the regulatory treatment of multiple variations of businesses dealing in CVCs.

FinCEN also has issued an Advisory on Illicit Activity Involving Convertible Virtual Currency to assist financial institutions in identifying and reporting suspicious activity related to criminal exploitation of CVCs for money laundering, sanctions evasion, and other illicit financing purposes. The advisory highlights prominent typologies, associated “red flags,” and identifies information that would be most valuable to law enforcement if contained in suspicious activity reports. Read more from FinCEN.

Stay Up-To-Date by Attending CBA's Advanced BSA Officer School!
CBA's annual Advanced BSA Officer School will have representatives from each of these agencies FDIC, GA Department of Banking, Federal Reserve, FinCEN/OFAC, Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice who will support your ongoing learning of these hot topics including: Marijuana-Hemp/Cannibus-Oil; Human Trafficking; Elder Financial Abuse; Immigration; 3rd Party Payment processors and 3rd Party Service Providers; OFAC and more. Registration is open for this school. Register here.


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OCC Solicits Comments on Innovation Pilot Program
The OCC coined the term “responsible innovation” nearly four years ago and established its Office of Innovation to look toward the future of supervision and the evolution of the U.S. banking system. The Office of Innovation supports federal banks by serving as a clearinghouse for information on regulatory policy, the supervisory process, and expectations. It shares success stories, lessons learned, and information that banks and third parties working with banks should consider when evaluating innovative products and services. In April, the OCC took another step toward the future of supervision by requesting comments on a proposed Innovation Pilot Program.
 
The program would provide a consistent and transparent framework for eligible entities to engage with the OCC on pilots, which are small-scale, short-term tests to determine feasibility or consider how a large-scale activity might work in practice. The program would be available to OCC-supervised financial institutions, including those engaging a third party to offer an innovative activity.

The OCC is soliciting comment on the proposed program until June 14, 2019. They encourage you to review the proposal and share your thoughts. A list of frequently asked questions is also available. Comments on the proposed program can be sent to pilotprogram@occ.treas.gov. Interested parties may also direct questions to the OCC’s Office of Innovation at innovation@occ.treas.gov or at (202) 649-5200. Read more from the OCC.


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Cotton Market Thoughts on May Report
The USDA will be releasing its May crop production and supply and demand estimates, showing the final yield/production numbers for the previous crop year. Also, the May reports will contain the first forecasts of production and supply and demand for the new crop year.

New crop December 19 futures have fallen to the low 70’s—threatening to move to match or exceed the previous lows. December has dropped 5 cents since roughly mid-April. If prices stay in the low 70’s or lower, farmers may question their planting decisions, depending on how other crops compared for their operation. Either way, the bigger question is - will prices eventually rebound and give us better additional pricing opportunities? Read the full article.


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Free Webinar: Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL)
Hosted by FinPro, a Baker Group strategic alliance partner, this webinar will help you navigate the new FASB standards designed to improve reporting for financial institutions.
Thursday, June 13, 2019 | 11:00 am ET

You are invited to join FinPro and The Baker Group, a CBA Endorsed Member Company, for an informative webinar on the new Current Expected Credit Loss model, one of the biggest accounting standards changes in decades. They will take a back-to-basics approach in distilling what financial institutions have to accomplish to be compliant for this new accounting standard. Migrating from the incurred loss to the expected credit loss approach does not have to be overly complex for most U.S. institutions. 

Financial institutions’ CEOs, CFOs, investment officers, board members, and those who are directly or indirectly responsible for financial management functions will benefit from this webinar. Board members will benefit from the high-level overview, while senior staff will take away key action items for CECL implementation. Learn more. To register, click here. When registering, please enter “Baker Group” in the organization field.​


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ICBA Joins with AARP to Combat Financial Abuse
ICBA and AARP have teamed up to prevent, identify, and report financial exploitation of older adults through the organizations’ resources. The commitment comes with AARP’s launch of its free BankSafe online training platform, which helps community bank employees identify and stop suspected financial exploitation. The training platform, available at no cost to all banks and credit unions in the United States, combines AARP’s understanding of the needs and desires of older adults with the expertise of the financial industry. More than 2,000 professionals from banks, credit unions, trade associations, adult protective service agencies, law enforcement agencies and the legal field were participants in AARP’s development of the training platform. Read the press release. To read more from AARP, click here.


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State Regulators Seek Community Bank Feedback
Community bankers are encouraged to participate in a survey from state regulatory agencies and the Conference of State Bank Supervisors on a range of topics for research purposes. Survey results will be presented during the Community Banking in the 21st Century research and policy conference, slated for October 1-2 in St. Louis. Responses are due June 30. Take the survey.


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FFIEC Proposes Revisions to the Call Reports
The banking agencies, under the auspices of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC), are requesting comment on proposed revisions to the Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income (Call Report) that would introduce reporting requirements associated with the agencies' recently proposed Community Bank Leverage Ratio (CBLR). The proposed Call Report revisions also address proposed amendments to the FDIC's regulations that would apply the CBLR framework to the deposit insurance assessment system. Institutions are encouraged to comment on the Call Report proposal by June 18, 2019. Read more from the FDIC.


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FHA Seeking to Streamline Certifications, Defect Taxonomy
The Federal Housing Administration is seeking comment on proposed changes to its loan-level and annual lender certifications as well as its defect taxonomy. The proposed changes streamline the certification statements while holding lenders accountable for compliance with HUD eligibility and approval requirements. During a conference call with industry representatives, FHA Commissioner Brian Montgomery said the agency’s goal is to provide certainty and clarity for lenders. Read more From HUD.


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Margaret Ayers Receives Lifetime Service Award
Margaret Ayers, Northeast Georgia Bank, Lavonia, was recognized recently by CBA for 75 years of dedicated service to the community banking industry. This prestigious award was presented to her at the bank by John McNair, President & CEO of CBA. 

"Georgia is fortunate to have such an impressive number of community bankers who have reached these milestones. It’s our pleasure to honor the men and women who have served the banking needs of their communities and lent their expertise to a new generation of community bankers throughout their careers,” stated John McNair. "We are honored to be counted among their peers.” Read the press release.


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Citizens Community Bank Shows Appreciation for Teachers and Nurses
For Teacher Appreciation Week, the Citizens Community Bank, Hahira, recently delivered donuts  to the teachers at Hahira Middle School. In addition, the bank delivered donuts to the nurses at the SGMC Labor and Delivery Department and Pearlman Cancer Center as part of Nurse Appreciation Week.​


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The Citizens National Bank of Quitman Teaches Financial Literacy
Team members from The Citizens National Bank of Quitman recently spoke to students at Brooks County High School and the Delta Innovative School about financial literacy. Pictured are students with Kim Harmon, Vice President; Neal Bradley, President and CEO; and Pat Stalvey, Executive Vice President.


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First National Bank Names Scholarship Winner
First National Bank, Cairo, recently announced Jessica Perales, Cairo High School, as the First National Bank Scholarship recipient for 2019.


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Renasant Bank Wins Business of the Year
Congratulations to Renasant Bank in Baxley for winning Business of the Year at the Baxley/Appling County Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala. Pictured are bank team members in their Kentucky Derby themed outfits.


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Ameris Bank Sponsors RHBC Chamber Golf Tournament
Ameris Bank, Richmond Hill, recently sponsored and volunteered for the Richmond Hill-Bryan County Chamber of Commerce's Annual Golf Tournament.


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United Community Bank - Blairsville
H. Lynn Harton, Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed as Chairman of the bank's holding company United Community Banks, Inc.  He succeeds Jimmy Tallent, who has served as United’s Chairman since February 2015. Read more.
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The Heritage Bank - Blackshear
Dan Tanner has joined the bank as Vice President and Commercial Lender.
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​Georgia Primary Bank - Cumming
Jennifer Clifton has joined the bank as Vice President and Commercial Lender at the Cumming Loan Production Office.
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Newton Federal Bank - Savannah
Nate Shaffer has been named Vice President, SBA Lender.
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​Newton Federal Bank - Covington
Robert Clark has been named Marketing Coordinator.
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Newton Federal Bank - Covington

Vanessia Weaver has joined as a Call Center Representative.
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Renasant Bank - Statesboro
Congratulations to Sharon Brown, Market President for Hazlehurst, for receiving the Women in Leadership award at the annual Chicks in Charge event (pictured left).

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401k/Retirement Planning
Wade Connor is Regional Director of Pentegra, a leading provider of retirement plan and fiduciary outsourcing solutions to organizations nationwide. Founded in 1943 by the FHLBs to run a Defined Benefit Pension plan for the original FHLBs, Pentegra has been a bank specific retirement plan provider for over 75 years and works with over 700 community banks nationwide. Pentegra is one of the few  retirement plan providers that can offer a bank and their board outsourcing of all principal fiduciary liability (Trustee, 3(16) Named Plan Administrator, and Named Fiduciary). Pentegra has a number of platforms available for 401(k), ESOP, KSOP, and Defined Benefit Pension plans sponsored by community banks in Georgia. Preferred pricing is available for CBA member banks.

For more information, please contact Wade at wade.connor@pentegra.com or (914) 821-9578, or visit www.pentegra.com.

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The CBA offers a variety of professional development options for all positions in a community bank. Scroll to find a program that meets your needs,  contact us to discuss your goals, or you can look through our calendar online for more options, click here for the CBA Calendar. An associate of our professional development team can be reached at 770-541-4490 or by email education@cbaofga.com. We provide CPE (Continuing Professional Education) credits to our participation after successfully completing our nationally recognized, invaluable education opportunities.  

Summer 2019

​2nd Quarter Compliance Program – ACH Processing & Compliance
Remaining Date:

Tuesday, May 21 – Duluth

If you had planned to attend our session in Rome, please consider joining us on May 21st in Duluth.  Click here to register or contact us at education@cbaofga.com for more information.  ​​

2019 Branch Management Series – Session II: Leading, Developing & Engaging The Team
​Thursday, May 16 - Atlanta


Compliance Roundtable - South Georgia
Thursday, May 16 - Tifton


41st Annual Leadership Division Convention & Mini-Trade Show
Thursday-Sunday, June 6-9 – Hilton Head Island, SC


​Bank Security & Workplace Violence Conference
Thursday-Friday, June 13-14 – Lake Lanier

Compliance Officer Bootcamp
Tuesday-Friday, June 18-21 - Braselton

Universal Banker
Tuesday-Wednesday, June 25-26 - Macon


Community Bank Leadership Academy, Session III

Tuesday-Wednesday, July 23-24 – Hilton Garden Inn, Macon-Mercer

2019 Branch Management Series – Session III: Growing the Retail Branch
Thursday, June 27 - Atlanta


Bank Directors' College
Wednesday, July 17 – Lake Oconee, Greensboro

3rd Quarter Banker Regulatory Forum – Safety & Soundness
Thursday, August 1 - Macon
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Ongoing Webinars & Online Training

Webinars

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On-Line Training
Click here for on-line training with OnCourse Learning.
(OnCourse Learning is a CBA Endorsed Member Company)

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Upcoming Events 

2019 Branch Management Series - Session II: Leading, Developing & Engaging the Team
May 16 - Atlanta


2019 Compliance Program II: ACH Processing & Compliance
Duluth - May 21

41st Annual Leadership Division Convention & Mini-Trade Show
Thursday-Sunday, June 6-9 - Hilton Head Island, SC

Bank Security & Workplace Violence Conference
Thursday-Friday, June 13-14 - Lake Lanier Islands


Compliance Officer Boot Camp
Tuesday-Friday, June 18-21 - Braselton​

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