Florida Banking July 2024

FBA’S 2024 ANNUAL MEETING PALM BEACH

PHOTOGRAPHS BY STEVEN MARTINE T he FBA held its 136th Annual Meeting in Palm Beach on June 16-19. Attendees enjoyed informative panels and workshops as well as networking opportunities and entertainment. FBA President and CEO Kathy Kraninger spoke about the FBA’s new strategic plan, updated mission statement, and direction over the next three years. Outgoing FBA Chair Jose Cueto passed the torch to incoming FBA Chair Derek Jones, Wells Fargo’s Central Florida region executive. FBA’s new officers and Board of Directors began their terms and celebrated the service of past officers. In keeping with tradition, the FBA presented awards to a select group of deserving bankers, recognizing their dedication and contributions to the FBA and Florida’s banking industry. The 2024 award winners were:

Lifetime Achievement Award Alex Sanchez, President and CEO, Salva Financial Group of Florida Banker of the Year Connie Nelson, EVP and CFO, United Southern Bank Chairman’s Award Corey Neil, President and CEO, The Bank of Tampa, and Dennis Murphy, President and CEO, Gulfside Bank Horizon Award Jeff Klink, EVP — President Commercial Deposits, Valley Bank

WELCOME RECEPTION

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