2026 Pub. 15 Issue 1

Elizabeth Roche, SVP of Bankers Insurance Solutions, marked her five-year workiversary with the KBA on Feb. 1. Since joining us in 2021, Elizabeth has brought thoughtful leadership, deep industry knowledge and a strong commitment to supporting Kansas bankers through responsive insurance solutions. Thank you, Elizabeth, for your contributions and continued dedication. We appreciate you!

Terri D. Thomas, JD, EVP — General Counsel, is celebrating 20 years with the KBA. Thank you, Terri, 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!

2025 was a truly remarkable year for America’s banks. After spending the past several years grappling with a tsunami of regulation, the tide has finally turned.