American Bankers Association

The second cohort of ABA's Lead from Any Seat (LFAS) program recently completed their course curriculum and presented their capstone projects to a series of executive evaluators. 🎓 The LFAS program features 360 degree evaluations, customized content that aligns with ABA leadership priorities and culture, and one-on-one coaching. 📊 Congratulations to our graduates and we look forward to welcoming the next cohort on board!

ABA is celebrating 150 years of uniting the banking industry. Did you know…in 1925, to mark its 50th anniversary, ABA established an Educational Foundation, supported by a $500,000 endowment, which funded economic research at various colleges. Now celebrating its 100th anniversary, the ABA Foundation continues to have significant influence. Learn more about our history: https://aba.social/3Ei1gvq #ABA150 #ABAFoundation100

ABA's own EVP of Membership Holly Smith has been honored by Association TRENDS at the Salute to Association Excellence as a 2025 Association Trailblazer! 🤩 Please join us in congratulating Holly and thanking her for her 20 years of service at ABA. 👏 Photo Credit: Leigh Vogel

As financial crime victims often turn to their banks for help, it’s imperative for bank employees in any role to learn how to aid affected customers. The ABA Foundation and the National Center for Victims of Crime have published a downloadable guide that provides tools, information and resources to engage with and support victims. Bankers can download the guide here ➡️ https://aba.social/3Fl6YgA

The wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area directly impacted ABA member banks and their communities. In response, the ABA Foundation is partnering with the California Bankers Association to help aid in emergency relief efforts. The deadline to donate is tomorrow, 3/7. Learn more and donate: https://aba.social/3DmAYI2

Our team members joined the ABA Foundation team this week to celebrate the Foundation's 100th anniversary with special cookies, a game of trivia, and giveaways. 🥳 The Foundation is accelerating their impact and launching bold, new strategies in the century ahead. 🚀 Congratulations on this milestone, a testament to the incredible work and dedication of everyone who has contributed to the Foundation’s success over the years! #ABAFoundation100

Thank you to these NFL stars for joining us at #ABACCB!

We are pleased to announce Robert Flock's promotion to SVP of ABA's Office of Strategic Engagement. In his new role, he will manage a team responsible for state policy issues and external engagement, as well as grassroots activities and voter education. Congratulations, Robert! Read more: https://aba.social/4ifnvRk

Congratulations to the national winners of the 2024-2025 ABA Foundation #LightsCameraSave! teen video contest! 🥇First Place: $5,000 "Lights, Camera, Save! Press Conference" submitted by Burke & Herbert Bank, Winchester, KY Created by Lela Ashley 🥈Second Place: $2,500 "Beware of Scams" submitted by Centreville Bank, Warwick, RI Created by Jonah Johnston 🥉Third Place: $1,000 "Build Your Credit, Build Your Future" submitted by AmeriServ Financial Bank, Johnstown, PA Created by Wyland Hofer We hope these prizes will help our winners reach their savings goals. Thank you to the participating banks and students that made this year's contest another success!

Released this week at #ABACCB - new ABA survey finds 53% of banks are satisfied with their core platform provider. Despite low satisfaction, only 1 in 5 expect to switch providers. Learn more and download the survey results: https://aba.social/42WnP2U