As part of our effort to strengthen our membership value proposition, we are exciting to announce a that the Western Bankers Association is partnering with the American Bankers Association to provide their exceptional compliance expertise to our California based member banks. This resource is available at no cost to your bank, and your bank does not have to be an ABA member.
Specifically, our partnership will allow eligible WBA member banks to access the following ABA compliance resources:
The WBA, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, has officially launched its social impact awareness campaign designed to share with public the tremendous impact our member banks have in the communities they serve. The focal point of the campaign is the creation of a series of regionally focused videos designed to highlight these efforts and showcase the positive impact.
As of January 1, 2018, the California Bankers Association (CBA) and Western Independent Bankers (WIB) have merged and are now the Western Bankers Association (WBA).
To assist California bankers pursuing their professional goals, the California Bankers Association (CBA) is offering a number of scholarship opportunities available to any full-time employee of a CBA-member bank who is employed in California. View our 2018 Scholarship Initiative Flyer.
How to Apply, Rules and Qualifying Schools, Certificate Programs and CBA Programs
CBA scholarships will be awarded, upon successful application to pay for the following:
50 percent of tuition costs for the entire school term for the Pacific Coast Banking School at the University of Washington, the Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the University of Pennsylvania, or the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin, a new addition for 2018. Deadline to apply is Friday, March 30, 2018.
New! Tuition to attend a one-week specialty school at the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin (up to 10 scholarships will be awarded in 2018).
Tuition up to $1,000 for courses taken for credit related to banking from an accredited educational institution such as a four-year college or university, or community college.
Fees for professional certificate programs and related preparation courses and study materials for Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), and Certified Financial and Trust Advisor (CFTA) designations.
How to Apply
Download the scholarship application form and review the complete Scholarship Rules and confirm applicant eligibility.
Applicants applying for scholarships for college courses, professional certificate programs and CBA’s certificated education seminars will be notified of a decision on a rolling basis.
Our hearts go out to everyone who has been impacted by the devastating natural disasters affecting California. We recognize that the immediate focus of our colleagues and friends in these regions is on ensuring the safety of their family and loved ones.
We also have made available the latest incident information below. Please contact us and let us know if there is any way we can be of assistance.
In 2018, the Western Independent Bankers (WIB) merged with the California Bankers Association (CBA) to create the Western Bankers Association (WBA). Both names—the “California Bankers Association” and the “Western Independent Bankers”, as well as their respective areas of professional focus, have been retained by WBA, and operate as divisions of WBA.
CBA, the California state and federal advocacy division, is the advocate of the California banking industry for needed legislative, regulatory and legal changes.
The WIB division offers dynamic conferences, training seminars, more than 250 webinars and enhanced education for member banks. Conferences that have historically been offered by the CBA are now marketed and delivered by the WIB division of the WBA.
With more than 200 years of combined experience serving banks, the WBA is one of the largest banking, trade associations and regional educational organizations in the United States.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 258-159 to approve, S. 2155, the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act. The bill, which passed the U.S. Senate in March on a strong bipartisan vote of 67-31 and now advances to the president for his signature, is designed to right-size banking regulations to allow banks to better serve their customers and their communities, while maintaining appropriate safety and soundness controls.
SACRAMENTO —The Western Independent Bankers (WIB), a division of the Western Bankers Association, announced today the recipients of the 2018 Banker and Bank of the Year Awards to Tony Kallingal, regional market president of Scott Valley Bank, and Mohave State Bank, respectively. The announcement was made at the association’s Annual Conference in Kauai, HI, which hosted a record-breaking audience of bank presidents, senior officers, and directors.
SACRAMENTO — The Western Independent Bankers (WIB), a division of the Western Bankers Association (WBA), announced today that SavvyMoney was voted the Best in Show winner from a selection of fintech presenters attending the Fintech Showcase featured at WIB’s Annual Conference in Kauai, HI. This cutting-edge showcase was created to address the unique questions and concerns bankers experience when navigating the intersection of technology and financial services.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The California Bankers Association, a division of the Western Bankers Association, today announced that Jim Lokey was honored as the CBA’s Distinguished Banker of the Year. Lokey was officially recognized at the WBA’s annual conference held last week.
SACRAMENTO – The Western Bankers Association (WBA) today announced that Debbie Skinner, EVP and chief administrative officer of Farmers & Merchants Bank of Central California (F&M Bank), will serve as the 2018-2019 chair of the board of directors. Skinner, who has been a member of the board since 2015, was officially elected at the WBA’s annual conference held last week.
Local members of the California Bankers Association are supporting several philanthropic endeavors in the Central Valley community, via the Central Valley Business Times. For example, in 2016 CBA member banks across California donated nearly $82 million.
SACRAMENTO, CA November 15, 2017 – Members of the California Bankers Association (CBA) play a critical role in supporting California’s local communities and their economies. In a 2017 CBA Community Relations Survey, banks shared their dedication to giving back to their communities by hosting local events, funding scholarship programs and supporting many philanthropic endeavors. In total, responding CBA member banks across California donated nearly $82 million last year.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 258-159 to approve, S. 2155, the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act. The bill, which passed the U.S. Senate in March on a strong bipartisan vote of 67-31 and now advances to the president for his signature, is designed to right-size banking regulations to allow banks to better serve their customers and their communities, while maintaining appropriate safety and soundness controls.
The U.S. Treasury Department has officially issued its 150-page report, making several recommendations for how Congress and the regulatory agencies can streamline bank regulation in a way that promotes economic growth.
WBA’s complimentary Fintech Symposium will explore and test the viability of fintech partnerships with banks to enhance efficiencies, improve risk management practices, and provide greater customer and shareholder value. The one-day program will include an executive review of the fintech landscape as it relates to today’s banking ecosystem while developing a greater understanding of fintech’s collaborative potential.
Offered in partnership with the FHLB-SF and the Silicon Valley Center for Innovation, the program will also feature an innovator’s roundtable, a digital banking strategies panel, and discussion on legal issues arising from fintech partnerships and acquisitions.
Please note: This event is available for bankers only. One representative per bank. Space is limited to 35 bankers.
The 2018 Directors College program is an interactive one-day seminar to provide ongoing education to bank directors and officers on current topics and various elements of bank supervision.
Education Summit & Expo is at the forefront of an industry undergoing constant transformation. Join industry experts, community bank peers and finance thought leaders to arm yourself with the understanding, know-how and connections you need to take an active role in the next stage of community banking.
In this content-rich program, bank counsel converge to explore
legislation, regulatory change, education, and discover
resources to ensure efficient processes and practices.
From the practical extension of disaster contingency to the fundamentals of vendor management, compliance continues to be a high stakes game of consequence.
Join bank counsel, BSA/AML officers, and compliance officers to discuss critically important issues and advance a proactive approach to this rapidly changing field.
The Annual Directors Conference welcomes CEOs, presidents, senior officers, and bank directors to a comprehensive two-day event created to identify and explore crucial subject matter such as governance, regulatory change, financial growth, and more.
Join us November 7-9 in Park City, Utah to evaluate industry challenges, develop new insights, and engage with a network of like-minded executives.
