Step Into Your Leadership Potential with CBA’s Leadership Academy

Community Bank Leadership Academy (CBLA) is CBA’s premier professional development experience designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in Georgia’s community banking industry. If you’re ready to grow your leadership skills, expand your influence, and connect with peers across the state, this program is for you.
This immersive, four-session program brings together emerging and established leaders for interactive learning focused on real-world leadership challenges. Participants will strengthen communication skills, gain greater self-awareness, learn how to lead with confidence and purpose, and develop strategies to drive results within their banks.
What the Leadership Academy Includes
- Four in-person sessions
- Expert instruction from leadership coach April Farlow
- Leadership and communication assessments
- Two leadership books
- Interactive group discussions and peer collaboration
- Networking with fellow community bankers
- A Certificate of Completion for participants who complete all sessions
Beyond the curriculum, one of the greatest benefits of CBLA is the relationships built along the way. With limited spots available, the Community Bank Leadership Academy is an investment in both individual growth and the future strength of Georgia’s community banks.


