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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 ensure bank safety and soundness. This episode is brought to you by two MBA associate members — Anders and Integris.  The views expressed do not reflect the views of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 and MBA chairman.  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 program and resources to help bankers advocate for their customers and communities.  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 showcases Mark’s last photo for MBA’s calendar. After a career spanning 45 years in banking, Mark is retiring at the end of the year to pursue his passion — wildlife photography.  Listen as Mark shares stories about some of his favorite MBA calendar photos and his thoughts about being a community banker.  This episode is our first in a series, Beyond Banking, that features bankers in Missouri and their passions outside of banking. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 more involved with MBA’s advocacy efforts.  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 | Instagram

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 customers in their financial journeys.  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 lawmakers are vital for MBA’s advocacy efforts.  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 MBA-member banks played during this legislative session.  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 Services Committee. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 reflects the diverse range and experience of Missouri bankers.  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 can stand out in today’s job market and how to keep current employees motivated and engaged. She also shares how LinkedIn plays a key role in both recruitment and employee engagement. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 discuss the business school’s internship program, networking with MU students and the benefits that banks and students gain from these experiences. Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 employees about products and services available to customers. These lessons and ongoing engagement have enhanced customer relationships and the “will to win.” Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram

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 generation seeking to make their mark in the banking community. J.R. shares his concerns about issues affecting the industry and why it’s vital for bankers “to be their own advocate.”  Connect with MBA Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram