PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Calendar of Events

JAN - MAR 2024

January February

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WEDNESDAY 10 A.M. –12 P.M.

Understanding Bank Performance

The ABA, in partnership with other bank associations around the country, is proud to offer our members this exciting training opportunity! Participants will learn how to assess and analyze a bank’s financial performance by working with data from real institutions…and much more! In the final session of this course, participants will put what they have learned into practice. Participants will analyze a new data set, rate the bank’s performance and suggest strategic adjustments that might benefit the bank..

INSTRUCTOR: Duncan Taylor

LOCATION: Virtual

TUESDAY 9 A.M. – WEDNESDAY 4:30 P.M.

Bank Supervisor School

This is an opportunity to fine tune and polish your leadership/supervision skills. Get the latest management tools. Learn best practices. Build a productive team through effective planning, coaching, and decision making. Succeed at managing and leading others. You will strengthen your ability to lead others! This school offers a blend of critical management topics and a path to targeted professional development.

INSTRUCTOR: Karen Butcher

LOCATION: Arkansas Bankers Association, Little Rock

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

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THURSDAY 8:30 A.M. –4 P.M.

BREAKING INTO BANKING: 101 FUNDAMENTALS OF

Commercial Lending

Commercial banking can be intimidating because of its complexity and the risk-oriented nature of the work. This virtual course is a clear and thorough introduction to the key concepts, terminology, and processes involved in credit and lending. It doesn’t assume much prior knowledge of the topic, so it’s ideal for those in their first year in the industry. Learners will walk away with a clear understanding of their job and how their specific role fits into the bank’s overall profitability goals.

INSTRUCTOR: Andy Keusal

LOCATION: Virtual

MONDAY 9 A.M. –4 P.M.

Foundations For Commercial Lending

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

LOCATION: Arkansas Bankers Association, Little Rock

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TUESDAY 9 A.M. –4 P.M.

Loan Assistants And Processors Workshop

This program is designed to provide lending knowledge and administrative effectiveness of one of the most important positions in a community bank’s lending staff – the loan assistant/loan processor. All of the objectives of this program are directed at increasing the performance effectiveness of these individuals. This session is perfect for loan assistants and loan processors, credit administration supervisors, and other members of the bank’s loan support staff with credit administration responsibilities.

INSTRUCTOR: Ron Rushing

LOCATION: Arkansas Bankers Association, Little Rock

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

TUESDAY 9 A.M. –WEDNESDAY 4 P.M.

ADVANCED BSA/ AML COMPLIANCE SCHOOL

In order to meet the ongoing regulatory requirements, we are pleased to offer this Advanced BSA/AML compliance program. This two-day virtual event focuses on the latest changes in BSA and offers tips and tools to develop and manage an “adequate” and “an effective and reasonably designed” BSA program. Attendees will receive a Training Program Manual, an updated FFIEC BSA/ AML Examination Manual, a Resource Manual (packed with examples, forms, templates, handouts), and opportunities to network with peers on current challenges and trends.

INSTRUCTOR: Duncan Taylor

LOCATION: Virtual

Don’t Forget!

Women in Banking Conference

March 7th

March AT A GLANCE

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THURSDAY 9 A.M. –3:30 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

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WEDNESDAY 8:30 A.M. –4 P.M.

BREAKING INTO BANKING: 201 ANALYZING REPAYMENT SOURCES

This is a sequel to the Breaking into Banking 101 course. This course includes a case study and dives deeper into topics including: analyzing a borrower’s balance sheet, income statement, collateral, and risk ratings. This course is most appropriate for credit analysts, lenders, portfolio managers, and others who need skills in financial statement analysis and writing credit documents.

INSTRUCTOR: Andy Keusal

LOCATION: Virtual

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.