Pub. 12 2023 Issue 3

The U.S. banking system has long been the envy of the world. The reasons for this are many, but at the core, it’s because our nation has cultivated a vibrant, thriving financial services sector made up of banks of all sizes, charters, business models and risk profiles. Each one of these institutions has an important

Feature Image Above: Front row (L-R): Amy Barber, Central National Bank, Topeka; Dena Flach, Stockgrowers State Bank, Maple Hill; Victoria Pruitt, First National Bank of Hutchinson, Hutchinson; Crystal Boyer, First Interstate Bank, Shawnee; Carl Keith, Solutions North Bank, Hill City. Middle row (L-R): Jen Cocking, Capitol Federal Savings Bank, Topeka; Dustin Hickel, INTRUST Bank, N.A.,

KBA Education and HR Committee Chair Deanne Engstrom, First Security Bank in Paola, kicked off this year’s annual event held March 21-23, at the Wichita Hyatt Regency Hotel. The first speaker, Dima Ghawi, provided an inspiring, emotion-filled message. Growing up in a conservative small community in Amman, Jordan, Dima was taught, at an early age,

This year’s kickoff event was a definite success, with an exceptional lineup of presenters, 55 alumni, and three sponsors. Ted Garnett from PS Culture Matters challenged the BLOK Alumni classes to find their “one thing.” That “one thing” is their key takeaway from this event and can be tied back to their greatest strength. Class

The second annual “JAG-K and the KBA Week” kicked off this spring from April 10‑14 to help promote Financial Literacy Month. Bankers who were interested in participating coordinated a date and time with their local JAG-K classrooms to provide a financial literacy presentation while also talking about careers in banking. JAG-K is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit

Windows 11 is here, and while it may seem like an enticing upgrade, it is important to consider whether or not your business should make the switch. The new Windows operating system has many similarities to Windows 10, but there have also been some significant changes with this release that could impact your workflow. Here

The Kansas Bankers Association (KBA) proudly announces its endorsement of Abrigo’s Portfolio Risk, Lending and Credit, and Financial Crime products, aiming to assist its members in loan origination, enhancing credit analysis, optimizing portfolio risk, and combating financial crime. In addition to Abrigo’s software solutions, the KBA also extends its support to Abrigo’s Advisory Services. With

Featured image: All lined up and ready to go for tee-off at Sand Creek Station Golf Course in Newton! The 2023 KBA Golf Classic was a smashing success thanks to our sponsors and all of the participants. Sand Creek Station in Newton was the site of this annual event, and the course was in perfect

Charles “Cy” I. Moyer Charles “Cy” Irvin Moyer of Phillipsburg, Kansas, passed away April 7, 2023, at the age of 88, in Highland, Doniphan County, Kansas. He was born on June 22, 1934, in Severance, Doniphan County, Kansas, on the family farm in a house built by his Grandfather. Cy was the son of C.I. Moyer

The 44th Annual MOKAN Trust & Financial Services Conference was held on May 10-12, 2023, at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel & Convention Center in Overland Park, Kansas. Over 300 folks were in attendance! A sincere thank you to the attendees, sponsors, and speakers for making this event so successful! Kicking off the program on

The Kansas Bankers Association (KBA) is pleased to announce the recipients of 11 scholarships awarded by the Kansas Bankers Educational Foundation (KBEF), a 501(c) 3 corporation created and operated by the KBA. Three scholarships were awarded to children of Kansas bankers and eight scholarships were awarded to students who are currently enrolled in one of

KBA Legal Department Says Goodbye to a Familiar Face and Welcomes a New One Allison Carpenter, VP-Manager of KBA Legal Department, has decided to accept a new challenge in her career as a BSA/AML Examiner with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. Her last day with the KBA was June 2, 2023. Allison

For more information about KBA training & events, and to register, please visit www.KSBankers.com.