American Bankers Association

ABA aired a TV ad during this week’s debate urging policymakers to reject Reg II, a Federal Reserve Board proposal to lower the cap on debit card interchange fees. This would result in reduced access to banking for those who need it most. Watch here and learn more: https://aba.social/3B2pRmc

Congratulations to the winners of this year's ABA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Awards, which recognize ABA member banks for their internal-facing DEI programs, leadership and activities. ?? Outstanding Overall DEI Program: Flagstar Bank ?? DEI Outstanding Leader Award: Colette Campbell, Bremer Bank ?? Innovation Incentive Award: Republic Bank Learn more about the winners: https://aba.social/4d3xd68

Congratulations to?the recipients of the annual Bruning and Blanchfield Awards, ABA’s premier awards presented for significant contributions to agricultural banking. ???? The Bruning Award recognizes the lifetime achievement of agricultural bankers for their leadership and outstanding dedication to providing credit and financial guidance to farmers, ranchers and businesses in rural America. ?? This year's award goes to Dave Coggins, a native of Wisconsin who retired in June 2023 and spent more than 40 years in ag banking as a lender, and respected industry leader. The Blanchfield Award recognizes the contributions of a non-banker who has made significant additions to the advancement of agricultural lending. ???? This year's award goes to Carroll Merry, President of Countryside Marketing. Both Coggins and Merry will be honored at the #ABAAg Conference in Milwaukee this November. Register here: https://aba.social/48wtKfh Learn more about the winners: https://aba.social/4cWSnD2

New The Washington Post letter by Rob Nichols questions the latest stadium naming rights deal with a credit union. "The fact that a not-for-profit, tax-exempt credit union just spent more than $7.5 million to stick its name on our local NFL stadium should encourage lawmakers to continue asking tough questions." Scroll to the bottom of the page to read more: https://aba.social/3TqeESH

The ABA Foundation is excited to announce the 14th annual #LightsCameraSave video contest! ???? Banks can register to host a contest for teens in their community, and each bank's winner will have a chance to move on to the national finals for the chance to win up to $5,000. Learn more about how your bank can register to participate: https://aba.social/3ARNC08

Women make up more than half the total number of employees working in the banking industry today, but the share of women who currently hold the CEO title is currently hovering around a mere 7.5%. How can banks get different voices into the room? Read more in ABA Banking Journal ?? https://aba.social/3Xs8l2r #WomenInBanking

ABA was happy to attend and sponsor the 2024 State Bankers Association Communicators Conference in Seattle, Washington. ?????? Thank you to all the speakers and bankers for sharing valuable insights and inspiring creativity! And a special shout out to the Washington Bankers Association for hosting us.

Celebrating #NationalDogDay with our adorable canine companions at ABA! Here's to showering our fur-ever friends with all the love they deserve. ????

New today - we are joining area banks in donating to the Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund in support of recovery efforts in Vermont after two July storms devastated businesses, homes, and roads. It’s the second straight summer of flooding in the state. ABA’s $25,000 donation will aid small businesses. Learn more: https://aba.social/3YPntcm

Strengthen your defense against financial crime at the #ABAFinCrimes Conference in Arlington, VA, on Oct. 8-10. ???? Hear current and future risks from the top industry professionals and participate in critical discussions focused on threats through a banking and legal lens. Don't miss out! Register at the link in bio.