Florida Banking September 2021

CHAIR’S MESSAGE

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR FBA MEMBERS

BY FAB BRUMLEY, FBA CHAIR

TO BE INFORMED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE IS PARAMOUNT TO MAINTAINING A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE, AND EDUCATING OUR BANKING WORKFORCE IS PERHAPS ONE OF THE MOST VALUABLE OPPORTUNITIES WE HAVE AS FBA MEMBERS.

I t is alarming how rapidly things are changing in our industry these days. Technology advancements continue to have a great impact on our economy as their adoption has accelerated due to Covid-19. For this reason, it’s increasingly important to stay up to date. To be informed and knowledgeable is paramount to maintaining a competitive advantage, and educating our banking workforce is perhaps one of the most valuable opportunities we have as FBA members.

purpose and general activities of a typical trust and wealth management department. We have 33 students in the incoming freshman class this year. The menu of FBA-sponsored curricula includes a variety of both online and in-person topical learning opportunities like seminars, webinars, workshops and conferences. Keep an eye on the FBA website, or flip to the back of the magazine for a list of upcoming educational events. The 16th Annual BSA/AML School is coming up in October. This event gives bankers the

For many years, the FBA has offered comprehensive educational programs that ensure bank employees understand the business of banking. The FBA’s schools, the Florida School of Banking and the Florida Trust & Wealth Management School, shape our students and graduates to become leaders in our industry. Most recently, the FBA hosted the 2021 Florida School of Banking (Aug. 1-7) and the annual Trust and Wealth Management Conference (Sept. 9-10).

required training for BSA and AML compliance and the tools for BSA/ AML regulatory examinations. All levels of experience are welcome. One of my personal favorites and one you don’t want to miss is the 8th Annual Women in Leadership Conference in early December. This event is designed to encourage, support and inspire women to continue their growth in management and leadership positions. It’s a fantastic opportunity

The Florida School of Banking gives bank personnel at the supervisory and officer level the opportunity to learn more about the banking industry and the economy. This year, the school welcomed an incoming freshman class of 68 students. Not only do students receive a stellar education, but also benefit from the friendships they form as they professionally develop over the course of their three-year schedule. The same could be said for the Florida Trust & Wealth Management School , which is designed to give students a well-rounded and practical understanding of the establishment, structure,

to network with attendees and speakers, including successful women executives from Florida’s financial institutions and affiliated professional groups. Be sure to mark your calendars and make plans to attend these events. I hope to see you there! For more information on all the educational events the FBA has to offer, please visit www.floridabankers. com and click on the education tab, or contact Pete Brokaw at 850-701-3515 or by email at pbrokaw@ floridabankers.com.

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