August 15, 2025

Amy Elizabeth Cox Schmid Jan. 9, 1961-May 3, 2025 Amy Elizabeth Cox Schmid, 64, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025. Amy lived a life full of joy, faith, determination and good humor. She was born on Jan. 9, 1961, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Helenann and Dr. Robert Cox. Graduating from Norfolk High School […]

Gwen Hill, JD, VP-Staff Attorney (BCS), is celebrating 20 years with the KBA. Thank you, Gwen, for your hard work, commitment and passion. Your contributions have been essential to the KBA’s success and in supporting Kansas bankers statewide. We’re so grateful to have you on the team!

Trish Dunkin, Elk State Bank Congratulations to Trish Dunkin on her 50th year in banking! Trish started her banking career as a Secretary and Licensed Insurance Agent on May 7, 1974, at Elk State Bank in Clyde, Kansas. She has spent her entire banking career at Elk State Bank and has held many roles in

For over five decades, Tena Gleason and Kevin Stein have shared more than a zip code. Growing up in Spearville, Kansas, these two lifelong friends have not only witnessed their hometown evolve, but they have also helped to shape it through parallel careers in community banking.

When it comes to fraud, it is nearly impossible to find a bank that does not have a story to share. The Federal Trade Commission reported $12.5 billion in consumer losses to fraud in 2024, an all-time high in reported losses.

KBA President & CEO Doug Wareham, KBA Insurance President Alex Greig and AVP of KBA Insurance Cole Thompson hit the road in style for this year’s “No Ties Tour,” connecting face-to-face with many of our valued bankers across the state.

We are halfway through 2025, and while there have been several significant developments — from the escalation of geopolitical tensions abroad to economic uncertainty at home — there’s a positive message I want to send to bankers: Our agenda is moving forward.

The Kansas Bankers Association had the pleasure of visiting Julie Hower in the historic town of Council Grove — a place where Kansas heritage, community pride and visionary leadership all converge. As President and CEO of Farmers and Drovers Bank, Julie represents the fifth generation of her family to carry forward a proud legacy of service, both to customers and to community. Her warmth, humility and passion for Kansas banking shine through in every conversation.

The adoption of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) by Congress, which was subsequently signed into law by President Trump, cemented two significant tax policies strongly supported by the Kansas Bankers Association into federal law.