Press Releases
Steve Andrews Named the New President and CEO of the Western Bankers Association
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Western Bankers Association (“WBA”) today announced that Stephen G. Andrews (Steve) has been selected to serve as the president and CEO of the association, succeeding Simone Lagomarsino.
The California Bankers Association Applauds House Passage of Bipartisan Regulatory Reform Legislation
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.
Central Valley Community Banks’ Generosity and Community Support Highlighted this Holiday Season
Local members of the California Bankers Association proudly support several philanthropic endeavors in the Central Valley community
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.
Central Valley Community Banks’ Generosity and Community Support Highlighted this Holiday Season
Local members of the California Bankers Association proudly support several philanthropic endeavors in the Central Valley community
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.
CBA’s Social Impact Awareness Campaign
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The CBA, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, has launched a 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.
Jim Lokey Honored as CBA’s Distinguished Banker of the Year
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.