North Carolina Bankers Association

Whether you're new to the internal audit process or a seasoned expert, the 2025 Internal Audit Seminar offers content tailored to your experience level. Presented in partnership with Crowe, this two-day event features targeted sessions for every stage of your audit career. Day one focuses on core skills for basic and intermediate auditors, with sessions on topics like asset/liability management and #CECL. Day two is designed for experienced professionals, covering emerging trends, governance, and today’s regulatory landscape. Join us for one or both days of this two-part event! To register today, visit -> https://lnkd.in/e_-79Bz6

"The sky is the limit…Avoid complacency – lazy individuals seldom achieve their goals…Never dull your light so that someone else can shine." Irene Kyere, MBA Finance has relied on these mantras throughout her career while rising to become Senior Vice President and Team Leader at Southern First Bank in Greensboro. She shared them with Livingstone College students during a recent visit to Salisbury. While on campus, Irene met with the Credit Essentials Certificate class – a component of the NC Bankers Association’s #FutureBankLeaders program – which encourages young people to consider a career in banking. Read more -> https://lnkd.in/eX67aBkU

Thank you to the bankers and friends of banking who joined the Community Bank Services Inc team for day one of this two-part event! Stay tuned for more excitement as we continue with the #HRWorkshop. https://lnkd.in/e-T7_KCy

Showcase your business at the 2025 NCBA/OBL Annual Convention, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to connect with banking leaders from both North Carolina and Ohio—all in one incredible setting. Set against the stunning backdrop of The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia, this premier event brings together top industry decision-makers, providing unmatched exposure and networking opportunities. To secure your exhibitor registration, visit -> https://lnkd.in/eGSJwaKv ? #TogetherAtTheHomestead

What's the latest in banking? Read the #NCBankersBulletin (https://lnkd.in/g49FEUwn) for these stories and more:? ? #BillFilingDeadlines – The NC Senate bill filing deadline is Tuesday, March 25, while the House deadline is Thursday, April 3. So far, only 789 bills have been filed, with more expected as General Assembly staff finalize drafts. Historically, about 2,000 bills are filed over a two-year period. ? #FHFAUpdate – Bill Pulte has been confirmed as director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Pulte, formerly CEO of Pulte Capital Partners, is restructuring the boards of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, where he now serves as chairman. ? #RegulatoryReform – The Senate Banking Committee has advanced the Financial Integrity and Regulation Management (FIRM) Act (S. 875), co-sponsored by Sen. Thom Tillis. The bill seeks to remove reputational risk as a supervisory factor for financial institutions. Chairman Tim Scott called it a "first step in ending debanking."

Join us May 13-14, 2025, at the Francis Marion Hotel for the American Mortgage Conference! This year's event offers the unique opportunity to earn CRCM, CERP, CFMP, and CPE credits while immersed in the rich history and vibrant culture of downtown Charleston, S.C. Network with industry leaders, gain insights into key mortgage issues, and enjoy all that this iconic city has to offer. ? Early bird registration is available through April 22, so sign up today to save! For more information, visit -> https://lnkd.in/gZYwc-Bf ? #MortgageLenders #MortgageBanking #AmericanMortgage

Invest in your career with the North Carolina School of Banking, the state’s premier school for emerging bank leaders. Over the course of a full week, students gain in-depth knowledge from top industry leaders and subject-matter experts, equipping them with the skills needed to excel in an evolving financial landscape. ? Join us in Boone, NC, from July 21-25, 2025, for an immersive learning experience designed to strengthen your expertise and expand your professional network. To sign up and learn more, visit -> https://lnkd.in/eA2UuaVG #BankingSchool #CareerDevelopment #EmergingLeaders

Do you work in a compliance-focused role at your bank? Take advantage of these upcoming training opportunities and take your #compliance skills to the next level: ? Regulation E & Payments with Patti Joyner, CRCM - https://cvent.me/vAYAQe April 10-11 @ Online ? Virtual Regulatory Compliance School - https://lnkd.in/eQ7C6zR3 Lending Track: May 5, May 7, May 9 Deposits Track: May 15 ? Internal Audit Seminar presented by Crowe - https://lnkd.in/e_-79Bz6 May 20-21 @ NCBA (Raleigh) ? Fall Compliance Update with Patti Joyner, CRCM - https://cvent.me/94E4vk September 11-12 @ Online? ? #RegE #RegulatoryCompliance #ComplianceTraining

What's the latest in the world of banking? Read the #NCBankersBulletin (https://lnkd.in/g49FEUwn) for these stories and more: #FarmersProtectionAct - H 62 continues to move forward, with recent passage in the House Agriculture Committee. The bill, opposed by NCBA, seeks to bar NC state-chartered banks from making environmental, social, and governance commitments.?While sponsors have made improvements, negotiations have stalled on a key provision. banks remain frustrated by the bill’s framing around farmers. #FederalGovernmentFunding - The House passed H.R. 1968 (217-213) to fund the federal government through September, including an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program. The Senate must now secure 60 votes to overcome a filibuster. #OverdraftRuleRollback - The House Financial Services Committee has advanced H.J. Res. 59, a joint resolution to invalidate the CFPB’s final rule on overdraft protection. The rule, which applies to banks with at least $10 billion in assets, would cap overdraft fees at $5 unless banks either align fees with actual costs and losses or treat overdraft protection as a loan under the Truth in Lending Act.?