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This episode of Our Two Cents With MBA features Ryan Harwell with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and Megan Kahlenberg with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. They join MBA President and CEO Jackson Hataway to discuss the changes banks can expect with exam practices based on the Fed’s new supervisory operating principles that refocus bank supervision on material financial risks to…
As his time as MBA chairman draws to a close, David M. Gohn, president and CEO of West Plains Bank and Trust Company, looks back on his past year as chairman. A third-generation banker, David shares his thoughts on the importance of a strong banking environment, as well as legislation and regulations affecting the industry. He also reflects on following in his father’s steps as a community banker…
The Missouri General Assembly is back for the 2025 state legislative session, and MBA’s government relations team has hit the ground running with its advocacy efforts. In this episode, MBA Senior Vice President David Kent and MBA Vice President Emily Lewis discuss the association’s legislative priorities. They also share how bankers can be part of MBA’s advocacy efforts through the Target Banker…
Welcome to our Two Cents with MBA. I’m Lori Bruce, communications director for the Missouri Bankers Association. Every year, MBA publishes a calendar featuring photos of Missouri scenery and landscapes. These photos are submitted by bankers throughout the state. Mark Ramsey, president of County Bank in Brunswick, has had a photo featured in MBA’s calendar 16 times since 2009. The 2025 calendar…
MBA Senior Vice President David Kent and Vice President Emily Lewis join us on the podcast to discuss state legislation passed by the Missouri General Assembly in 2024. One of the measures addressed consumer loans, and MBA Senior Vice President Carol Barnett stops by to talk about changes affecting consumer loans. David and Emily also highlight opportunities and resources for bankers to become…
Before Missourians head to the polls Aug. 6 for Missouri’s primary election, MBA President and CEO Jackson Hataway joins MBA’s government relations team —Senior Vice President David Kent and Vice President Emily Lewis — to share their insights on races affecting the banking community and to highlight the importance of voting in the August primary election. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn…
Throughout April, banks join various organizations and community groups to celebrate National Financial Literacy Month as they emphasize the important role that budgeting and saving play in managing finances. On this podcast episode, MBA Chairman Adrian Breen, CEO/president of The Bank of Missouri, talks about how his upbringing influenced his banking career and how The Bank of Missouri is guiding…
The Missouri General Assembly returned from its annual spring break this week for the last half of 2024 state legislative session, and MBA has several priority bills that are in good position in the Missouri House and Senate. David Kent and Emily Lewis with MBA’s government relations team join us on the podcast to discuss these measures and how the conversations that bankers have with state…
Welcome to Our Two Cents with MBA. I’m Lori Bruce, communications director for the Missouri Bankers Association. In this episode, we discuss the 2023 state legislative session with MBA’s government relations team — Senior Vice President David Kent and Vice President Emily Lewis. David and Emily highlight MBA-priority bills that were passed by the Missouri General Assembly and the vital role that…
Joining us for this episode of Our Two Cents with MBA is Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer, who represents Missouri's third congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. Congressman Luetkemeyer joins MBA President Jackson Hataway to discuss the current banking system and environment, FDIC insurance reform, the debt ceiling, CFPB reform, SBA lending and his work on the House Financial…
In this Our Two Cents with MBA podcast episode, MBA Vice President Emily Lewis speaks with Casey Crowell, senior vice president for The Bank of Missouri in Cape Girardeau, about MBA’s Next Generation in Banking. NextGen is the new name for the former Young Bankers Leadership Division. As chair of NextGen, Casey shares the rebranding behind NextGen, the benefits of the program and how this new name…
What must an employer do to attract great prospective candidates while simultaneously ensuring current employees are enjoying their work environment? It’s a question that weighs heavily on the minds of employers across all industries. In this episode of Our Two Cents with MBA, Karen Shannon, vice president with Ollis/Akers/Arney in Springfield, Missouri, joins us to share her insights on how banks…
As the banking world changes, it brings an array of job opportunities for individuals. For college students, an internship with a bank allows them to explore the career possibilities that banking offers. In this episode, Lindsey Hing with the Mizzou Business Career Services and Cody Miller, internship coordinator for MU’s Trulaske College of Business, join MBA Vice President Rachael Preston to…
In this episode, we explore the partnership between Focus Bank and MBA associate member Haberfeld that has led to a culture of engagement to provide the best and highest level of customer service. Anna Ferrell, marketing director for Focus Bank, and Shawn Wagoner, senior vice president of client services for Haberfeld, share how using programs developed by Haberfeld aided the bank in educating…
In this episode of Our Two Cents with MBA, we welcome new MBA Chairman J.R. Buckner, president and CEO of First Federal Bank of Kansas City. J.R. shares how education and encouragement from supervisors and managers early in his career led to his involvement with MBA. The encouragement and educational opportunities that J.R. received influenced his career, and he now “pays it forward” to the next…
In this episode of Our Two Cents with MBA, we explore a new partnership between two St. Louis businesses, Midwest BankCentre and BJC HealthCare. BJC has developed a depository relationship with Midwest BankCentre to address a historic lack of investment in the City of St. Louis and North St. Louis County. The deposits will be used to create loans to invest in these communities, including support…
In this episode of Our Two Cents with MBA, we are excited to have Scott Breckenkamp and Don Thompson, regional presidents for First State Community Bank based in Farmington, join us to share their thoughts on MBA’s Washington Visit. Scott and Don are frequent participants in MBA’s annual D.C. visit — in fact, they bring several colleagues from their banks to meet with policymakers and regulators.…
In this episode, we discuss major federal banking issues on the docket in Washington D.C. with Kirsten Sutton, ABA EVP of Congressional Relations and Legislative Affairs. New to the role, Kirsten offers insightful perspective on CFPB based on her experiences as Chief of Staff to prior CFPB Director Mick Mulvaney. She also discusses the likelihood of SAFE banking passage, credit union field of…
In this episode of Our Two Cents with MBA, John Everett, CEO of Legacy Bank and Trust in Springfield, reflects on this past year of serving as MBA chairman. John shares how his relationship with the Harlin family introduced him to MBA and how it led him to become more involved in the association. He discusses highlights from this past year and working with MBA leadership. John also shares his…
In this episode of Our Two Cents with MBA, MBA’s Government Relations staff joins us to share an overview of the state legislative session that concluded in mid-May. David Kent and Emily Lewis share how the atmosphere in the Missouri General Assembly affected MBA’s legislative priorities and how bankers played a significant role in our advocacy efforts this session. David and Emily also provide an…
In this episode of Our Two Cents With MBA, we learn about the work of the St. Louis Regional Financial Empowerment Coalition . The coalition helps individuals with their financial health through education and access to banking services. Its goal is to promote equitable opportunities for financial health to help build wealth and economic prosperity. Coalition board members Lisa Potts and Jeanne…
In this episode, we discuss compliance hot topics in 2022 with MBA's Compliance Department. Senior Vice President Carol Barnett, Vice President Gina Jolly and Vice President Bryan Bradley dive into a wide range of topics, including overdraft protection, the explosion of buy now pay later, Reg E, Fair Lending and HMDA. They also discuss what they're hearing from examiners and recent issues cropping…
In this episode, we spoke with staff from the ABA's Office of Innovation - Rob Morgan, SVP Innovation and Strategy, Matthew Daigler, Vice President/Senior Counsel Innovation Policy and Regulation, and Brooke Ybarra, Vice President Innovation Strategy - about the critical work their office is doing to assist banks in the ever-evolving world of digital transformation in financial services. This…
In this episode, we interview three representatives for the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis about fintech in the state and the industry. Fintech partnerships are becoming more and more normalized within the banking industry. From a supervisory standpoint, there are important considerations related to due diligence, vendor management and safety that must be addressed. While the Fed encourages…
In this episode, we speak with Chris Rockers, a Partner at Husch Blackwell, about the upcoming LIBOR transition. New business will have to be written using an alternative reference rate after December 31st, with the leading candidate being SOFR. This issue has remained somewhat under the radar due to COVID and economic recovery efforts, but it represents a major shift for our financial system.…
In this episode, we speak with Assistant Vice President Bill Emmons and Supervisory Officer Megan Kahlenberg of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis about economic recovery and the future of supervision. They discuss the impact of current economic trends on bank balance sheets, their thoughts on managing risk in the next year and what to expect in terms of onsite and offsite examination teams…
In this episode, we dive deeply into one story that exemplifies partnerships between fintech firms and banks. MANTL, a MBA associate member and fintech firm specializing in account opening software, partnered with Midwest BankCentre to develop an online bank called Rising Bank. Instead of simply creating a new method for customers to create accounts, the two companies focused deeply on creating a…
In this episode, we discuss the MBA School of Bank Management which will be held June 13-18 in Columbia, MO. The school was one of the last in-person events hosted by MBA prior to the pandemic, and we are excited to bring a new class together for 2021. Mike Wasson and Adam Trower, seasoned bankers and faculty members at the school, join us to discuss the value of in-person schools, how the school…
In this episode, we discuss the SAFE Banking Act which passed the US House of Representatives on April 19. This bill would allow banks to provide financial services to cannabis businesses or cannabis related businesses, something that is currently a point of contention due to conflict between state and federal drug classifications. Interestingly, this bill bypassed the Financial Services…
In this episode, Max Cook, President & CEO of MBA, interviews Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer who represents Missouri's 3rd Congressional District. Congressman Luetkemeyer is the Ranking Member on the House Small Business Committee and the Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit. Congressman Luetkemeyer shares his priorities serving in both roles as well as…
In this episode, KC Mathews, Chief Investment Officer for UMB, follows up on his first interview with Our Two Cents to provide an update on economic conditions in the US. Early in the pandemic, KC provided a projection for economic recovery as we moved through the pandemic. As we enter 2021, he took the time to share with us updated GDP projections, optimizing factors and drags for the economy and…
Join Lesley Weaver, Director of Business Development, for a deep dive into MBA VEBA's newest offering - the ELAP program. This program represents a major shift from PPO networks and offers major savings to banks and employees in a world of rapidly rising healthcare costs. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram
In this episode, Herb Kuhn, President & CEO of the Missouri Hospital Association, and Max Cook, President & CEO of the Missouri Bankers Association, discuss the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic across Missouri. As we are all too aware, the state is dealing with increasing local restrictions, hospital capacity limitations and healthcare staffing challenges. The Hospital Association has been…
In this episode, Craig Overfelt, MBA SVP of Government Relations, and David Kent, MBA VP of Legislative and Advocacy Programming, discuss the outcomes of Missouri's 2020 General Election. With MBA-supported candidates winning across the board and 3 bankers welcomed into the legislature, it was a successful election effort at the state level. The Government Relations team discusses their reactions…
In this episode, we celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness month by interviewing Jon Waldman, EVP and Co-Founder of SBS Cybersecurity and President of the SBS Institute (an MBA Endorsed Partner). Jon helped build SBS from a college dorm to a major cybersecurity provider for banks across the country. The work of his team has been critical as banks have rapidly improved or implemented online services to…
In this episode of the podcast, Lori Bruce, Director of Communications for MBA, interviews Deron Burr, President & CEO of People's Bank of Senenca. People's Bank of Seneca is the only minority owned depository institution in the state, and as a result, Deron served on the FDIC Subcommittee for MDIs. In the interview, Lori talks with Deron about his career in banking, what makes community banks so…
In this episode, Max Cook, President & CEO of the Missouri Bankers Association, interviews Dan Robb, President & CEO of Jonesburg State Bank, a $116 million dollar bank in Jonesburg, Missouri. Dan has served in numerous MBA board roles including the Chairmanship. He currently Chairs the ABA's Government Affairs Committee and has recently been nominated for the ABA Vice Chairmanship. Max and Dan…
In this episode, we interview the MBA Compliance Team (Carol Barnett, Gina Jolly, and Bryan Bradley) to discuss critical compliance issues they've noticed in reviews and meetings with banks around the state. Beyond regulatory guidance related to the COVID-19, our team discusses common challenges they're seeing as banks attempt to remain focused on standard compliance practices while dealing with…
In this episode, Max Cook, President and CEO of the Missouri Bakers Association, interviews Orvin (Orv) Kimbrough, Chairman and CEO of Midwest BankCentre. Prior to joining Midwest BankCentre, Orv served as President and CEO of United Way of Greater St. Louis. His story and experiences have helped him craft a powerful vision for Midwest BankCentre and for community banking in general. Recently, he…
In this episode, we speak with Herb Kuhn, President & CEO of the Missouri Hospital Association. Herb and his team have been at the center of the COVID-19 response for Missouri. Early on, they developed a COVID-19 dashboard for state leadership that was updated daily with data on COVID-19 spread, PPE availability, ICU/hospital bed availability, etc. They are now migrating to a weekly dashboard with…
In this episode, we speak with State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick who is leading the Governor's Task Force on CARES Act funds distribution for Missouri. The Treasurer shares insights on the task force's work as well as updates on the time and linked deposit programs. He also discusses MO ABLE and the 529 program. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram
In this episode, Craig Overfelt, MBA Senior Vice President for Government Relations, and David Kent, Vice President of Legislative Affairs recap the unprecedented 2020 legislative session. They discuss key legislative outcomes for bankers in Missouri and what to expect if a special session is called by the Governor. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram
Mike Fielding, a Partner at Husch Blackwell, joins us to discuss how bankers should prepare for the impact of COVID-19 on ag loans. Mike specializes in distressed debt and bankruptcy in ag lending, and with all of the disruption in the Missouri ag market caused by the coronavirus, lenders should expect a substantial increase in distressed ag loans. He offers advice on signs to look for among ag…
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft and Director of Business Services Scott Clark joined MBA for a podcast specifically focused on the executive order authorizing e-notary services in Missouri throughout the course of the coronavirus crisis. They discuss the need for the service, the vendor selection process (as well as the potential for additional vendors) and the process for current…
In this episode, Max Cook, President & CEO of the MBA, interviews Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer about the CARES Act. Congressman Luetkemeyer provides insights into the CECL delay incorporated into the act and discusses what bankers can expect from the Treasury and SBA as the Paycheck Protection Program continues to roll out across the country. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram
Mike Fielding, a Partner at HuschBlackwell, joins us on the podcast to discuss the impact of the coronavirus on distressed debt and bankruptcy. In particular, Mike outlines how lenders should be evaluating existing loans for potential workarounds and how to prepare for an increase in bankruptcy filings as this crisis is prolonged. He also breaks down the impact of the CARES Act which significantly…
Join us for a conversation with KC Matthews, Chief Investment Officer for UMB. KC provides an outlook on expected GDP performance for the remainder of 2020, and discusses the impact of both coronavirus and oversupply of oil on the global economy. He also comments on Fed actions and the rate environment in the coming months. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram
Jonathon Hightower, a Partner at Finemore, Kay, Harrison & Ford, Attorneys at Law, joins us to discuss banking practices and strategies during the coronavirus pandemic. Jonathon shares insights and trends gained from conversations with their clients as well as the firm's current perspective on how to navigate lending, interest rates, employment practices and community engagement during these…
In this episode, we gain insight into the rapidly changing worlds of fintech and cryptocurrency by interviewing two keynote speakers from the 2020 MBA Technology Conference: Lee Wetherington and Pamela Klegg. Lee is the Director of Strategic Insights for Jack Henry. In his role, he focuses on identifying where the forces of fintech are leading us and on providing banks with strategies and best…
In this episode, we interview Rob Barrett, Commissioner of Finance for the State of Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance. As a former bank CEO and President in Missouri, Commissioner Barrett brings a wealth of experience and industry knowledge to his new role overseeing the health of banks in Missouri. Our conversation with Commissioner Barrett covers his background, his priorities and…