LEAD
SPOTLIGHT
LEADERSHIP EDUCATION ADVOCACY DEVELOPMENT Step into the forefront of community banking leadership with the LEAD Division of the Community Bankers Association of Georgia. Established in 1979 as the Young Bankers section to share educational and legislative updates with bank executives, it has evolved into the LEAD Division, a hub for networking and professional development. The LEAD Division is pivotal in advancing future financial leaders and promoting initiatives like the Julian & Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship, which supports the academic pursuits of students linked to the community banking sector. Additionally, the division spearheads fundraising for the CBA’s Advocacy Fund, enhancing political advocacy for community banks. Members also benefit from comprehensive leadership training through the annual LEAD On conference and the quarterly Community Bank Leadership Academy, preparing them for future industry challenges. This vibrant division empowers members to maximize their CBA membership, boosting both their professional growth and the community banking landscape. The LEAD board encourages our members to foster employee growth by sharing these valuable learning and networking opportunities.
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