Calendar of Events

JANUARY - MARCH 2023

THURSDAY 10:30 A.M. –12 P.M.

2023 Midwest Economic Forecast Forum

Prepare for 2023 by joining an economic outlook with St. Louis Fed President James Bullard during this virtual event. Then listen to Augustine Faucher, Chief Economist with the PNC Financial Services Group, as he shares what he expects in 2023 and beyond.

LOCATION: Virtual Learning

THURSDAY 9 A.M. –12 P.M.

Compliance Review And Hot Topics In 2022

Come join us for an exciting look back at 2022! This threehour virtual session will review compliance updates and hot topics that arose in 2022, as we discuss what has changed and what we may expect to see going forward for 2023.

INSTRUCTOR: Elizabeth Madlem

LOCATION: Virtual Learning

WEDNESDAY 9 A.M. –4 P.M.

Women In Banking Conference

Back in person, don't miss this year's Women in Banking Conference, designed to bring together the unsung majority of Arkansas bankers for both networking and fellowship. Gain insights on visionary leadership and strategic thinking. Collaborate, discuss and network with your industry colleagues. Get fresh ideas and create lasting friendships – all in a fun and dynamic environment!.

LOCATION: Clinton Presidential Center, Little Rock

THURSDAY 9 A.M. –4 P.M.

ESSENTIALS OF BANKING: PART I

We are pleased to offer the Essentials of Banking Series, designed to provide a complete overview of banking principles and operations. This four-part virtual series is a must for the new bank employee, bank veterans who are looking to deepen their banking knowledge, and all bank staff with up to five years’ experience in the industry.

INSTRUCTOR: Christie Drexler LOCATION: Virtual Learning

TUESDAY 9 A.M. –WEDNESDAY 3:30 P.M.

BSA/AML FUNDAMENTALS SCHOOL

This school provides the framework for understanding the BSA team’s roles and responsibilities for BSA/AML and OFAC compliance. We will provide current, updated tools, techniques, and “real world” practice and examples for learning the critical components of a BSA/AML Program plus more!

INSTRUCTOR: Dianne Barton

LOCATION: Virtual Learning

THURSDAY 9 A.M. –4 P.M.

IRAS: ADVANCED ISSUES

During this seminar, we’ll get into the nitty gritty of the new distribution regulations, exploring—in depth—how these new rules impact both IRA owners and IRA beneficiaries. After dissecting the new rules and their impact, we’ll discuss concrete steps your financial organization can take to help ensure ongoing compliance while also providing top-notch customer service.

INSTRUCTOR: Convergent Learning

LOCATION: Arkansas Bankers Association

THURSDAY 9 A.M. –4 P.M.

ESSENTIALS OF BANKING: PART II

We are pleased to offer the Essentials of Banking Series, designed to provide a complete overview of banking principles and operations. This four-part virtual series is a must for the new bank employee, bank veterans who are looking to deepen their banking knowledge, and all bank staff with up to five years’ experience in the industry.

INSTRUCTOR: Christie Drexler LOCATION: Virtual Learning

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ABA TRAINING & EVENTS, AND TO REGISTER, LOG ON TO WWW.ARKBANKERS.ORG

WEDNESDAY 9 A.M. –

THURSDAY 4 P.M.

Supervisor Boot Camp

Learn how to collaborate and coach your employees to excel on the job. Explore the coaching and leadership skills that lay out your plan for success as a highly effective supervisor in this results-oriented workshop!

INSTRUCTOR: Karen Butcher

LOCATION: Arkansas Bankers Association

MONDAY 9 A.M. –

FRIDAY 4:30 P.M.

Commercial Lending School

This school exposes students to the major issues commercial lenders face. Eleven different instructional modules along with group case study work will address multiple topics and are taught and led by top-notch banking veterans who will give you plenty of opportunity to ask questions, share concerns, and learn from the best!

INSTRUCTOR: Ron Rushing & Mike Wasson

LOCATION: Arkansas Bankers Association

TUESDAY 9 A.M. –

WEDNESDAY 3:30 P.M.

ADVANCED BSA/AML COMPLIANCE SCHOOL

This school focuses on the latest changing BSA arena and offers tips and tools to develop and manage an “adequate” and “an effective and reasonably designed” BSA program..

INSTRUCTOR: Dianne Barton

LOCATION: Virtual Learning

THURSDAY 9 A.M. –4 P.M.

ESSENTIALS OF BANKING: PART III

Designed to provide a complete overview of banking principles and operations, this four-part virtual series is a must for the new bank employee, bank veterans who are looking to deepen their banking knowledge, and all bank staff with up to five years’ experience in the industry.

INSTRUCTOR: Christie Drexler

LOCATION: Virtual Learning

MONDAY 9 A.M. –THURSDAY 4 P.M.

Compliance School

This comprehensive school, including an advanced session, will cover lending, deposits, operations and BSA topics to give a well-rounded view of the compliance landscape. Attendees will have opportunities to connect with the speakers and network and discuss common issues with their community banking peers.

INSTRUCTOR: Elizabeth Madlem

LOCATION: Arkansas Bankers Association

MONDAY 8 A.M. –FRIDAY 5 P.M.

Gsb Human Resource Management School

GSB Wisconsin offers this respected one-week school that provides the foundation for new or veteran human resource professionals to tie together important issues in human resource management with an understanding of the business of banking.

LOCATION: GSB Wisconsin

Live events are subject to a virtual learning environment. For more information, contact the ABA at (501) 376-3741 or Kami Coleman at kami.coleman@arkbankers.org.