Colorado Bankers Association

At the Colorado Bankers Association, we’re more than just a professional association; we’re a dynamic team committed to advocating for the banking industry and fostering a thriving economic environment in Colorado. With a rich history of leadership and innovation, CBA is dedicated to shaping the future of banking through strategic initiatives, impactful advocacy, and unparalleled member support. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Director of Communications to lead our communications strategy and enhance our organizational presence. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling, a flair for media relations, and a track record of executing successful communication campaigns. This role is pivotal in shaping how we engage with our members, stakeholders, and the broader community. https://lnkd.in/gH78qwSZ

CBA was honored to sponsor the Senate Republicans Golf Tournament today. It was a great opportunity to engage and connect with leaders in our community. We look forward to working together in the next legislative session to address important issues. Special thanks to Matthew Hanson with Alpine Bank and Andrew Wood with CLS for joining Jenifer and Alison Morgan at the event.

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Senator Michael Bennet for joining the Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT) for a productive and insightful discussion. Your dedication to fostering meaningful dialogue on issues that impact businesses across the state is truly appreciated. Special thanks to our Alison Morgan for her valuable contributions to the conversation. Looking forward to continued collaboration!

Roadshow Success! We’re excited to share that our roadshow has officially concluded! Jenifer and Brandon had the privilege of meeting with over 50 bankers, covering over 900 miles across our beautiful state. The final day wrapped up with an impactful meeting in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, at the Alpine Bank location—huge thanks to Alpine Bank for graciously hosting us! We are incredibly grateful to all the bankers who met with us and to the amazing speakers who made this journey so insightful. We're already looking forward to doing it again next year! Thank you all! (Pictured below left to right - Commissioner Ken Boldt, Jenifer Waller, Glen Jammaron)

Exciting Recap from Our First Regional Roundtable in Grand Junction! We’re thrilled to share that our regional roundtable in Grand Junction was a tremendous success! With over 20 bankers in attendance, the event was a dynamic exchange of ideas and insights. A heartfelt thank you to our distinguished speakers who made this event exceptional: - Amy Loos from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - Bill Kelver from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City - Commissioner Ken Boldt from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies - Anita Hoppal from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Your expertise and perspectives were invaluable, and we deeply appreciate your contributions to a meaningful and engaging discussion. Looking forward to more collaboration at our next roundtable, tomorrow, in Glenwood Springs! Thank you to Home Loan State Bank for hosting this event!

Exciting News from Colorado Bankers Association! Our President/CEO, Jenifer Waller, and CFO, Brandon Knudtson, are hitting the road across beautiful Colorado this week to connect with bankers. From the stunning landscapes of the Rockies to the vibrant communities we serve, they’re eager to dive into meaningful conversations, gather insights, and strengthen our partnerships. Their goal? To listen, learn, and explore how we can continue to support and innovate for the financial institutions that are the backbone of our economy. Stay tuned for updates and highlights from their journey. If you’re in Colorado, keep an eye out—they might just be visiting a branch near you! Be sure to join us at our roundtables on Thursday and Friday! Grand Junction - Thursday, September 5 | 9-11 a.m. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gVX8SFBn Glenwood Springs - Friday, September 6 | 9-11 a.m. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gX2v_N63 #Leadership #Banking #ColoradoTour

Free webinar hosted by Anne Benigsen, president of CivITas Bank Solutions Tuesday, September 10th at 11:00 AM MST Register here: https://lnkd.in/eD8AEr-h Topic: Webinar to discuss the new FFIEC IT Handbook and the end of the CAT We are ending August with the notice that a brand-new IT Handbook - Development, Acquisition and Maintenance - has been released and that the Cybersecurity Assessment Tool is sunsetting. Let's drink from the firehose and go over both major changes. Anne will guide us through both changes and take questions during the presentation. #audit #infosec #communitybankchampion

Bankers, did you know we offer over 450+ live and on-demand webinars each year? And that many of them count toward CPE, CRCM or APRP requirements? See a complete list of upcoming OnCourse Learning webinars: https://lnkd.in/gKQT_n3D #ColoradoBankers #BankingEducation

Colorado Bankers Association is hosting Colorado C-PACE Financing Overview. Make sure to attend it on October 1.

Our Director of Education, Lindsay Muniz, had the pleasure of joining Representative Brittany Pettersen and Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT), along with Kelly Kaminskas, COO at FirstBank and several other dedicated industry leaders to discuss crucial issues affecting our states' business climate. Together we are working together to make sure our communities continue to grow and succeed.