The Missouri Banker

The Missouri Banker is a bimonthly magazine from the Missouri Bankers Association that focuses on the issues affecting the Missouri banking community. Comments about the magazine, including potential articles and promotional opportunities, should be directed to Lori Bruce

July/August 2023

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Cover Story
Execute the Game Plan
MBA Chairman Adrian Breen plans for banking’s future

Commentary

From our Chairman: Make a Significant Difference. Step Up! 
From our President: Deceptively Named Measure Fails to Tell the Real Story 
American Bankers Association Perspective: Partners in the Fight Against Elder Abuse

Department News
Government Relations: MBA-Supported Measures Signed Into Law
Legal: Is Diversity Just Another Word for Discrimination? 
Compliance: People in Glass Houses
Education and Marketing: MBA Launches Free Online Vendor Referral for Member Banks
Next Generation in Banking: Opportunities Lead to Service, Growth for Bankers

Guest Commentary
Assess Key Areas for Fintech Due Diligence
Modernization of Money Transmission Laws
Grow Revenue With Your Debit Card Product 

Around the State
Preston to Retire After 20 Years of Service to MBA
MBA Chairman’s Award Honorees
50 Year Club Honorees
Achievements

May/June 2023

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The Missouri Banker - May June 2023

Cover Story
Taking Flight
Jackson Hataway sets his course at MBA

Commentary

From our Chairman: Our Strength Stems from Our Commitment 
From our President: Playing ‘What If ’ 
American Bankers Association Perspective: America’s Banks are Stronger Together

Department News
Government Relations: MBA Wraps Up a Successful 2023 State Legislative Session
Legal: Court Cases Compel Government to Follow Rule of Law 
Compliance: Advertising Annual Percentage Yields
Next Generation in Banking: 2023 Teach Children To Save Winners

Guest Commentary
New MBA Endorsed Partner Abrigo Offers Solutions to Aid Missouri Banks
Planning for the Improbable: Protecting Uninsured Bank Deposit Funds
CFPB Small Business Lending Collection Data Rule Has Potentially Devastating Enforcement Implications 

Around the State
Breen, Gohn, Kussman Nominated for MBA Offices
MBA Welcomes Bankers to Board of Directors
Achievements
Seven Graduates Receive $1,000 MBA Foundation Scholarships

March/April 2023

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The Missouri Banker - March April 2023

Cover Story
Nurturing Growth
Banking Leadership Missouri offers opportunities to develop career, knowledge

Commentary

From our Chairman: Always There for Us, in Good Times and Bad 
From our President: Every Bank Must Be Active in Discussions That Lie Ahead 
American Bankers Association Perspective: Meeting in the Middle(ware)

Department News
Government Relations: Thank You for Investing in Young Professionals
Legal: Disregard of Due Process, Precedent Present Systemic Risk to U.S. Economy 
Compliance: CRA Public File Update Time
MBA VEBA: VEBA Welcomes Woehr as Employee Benefits Account Executive
Next Generation in Banking: Nominate a Banker for NextGen Leadership Award

Views from Washington, D.C.
MBA Activity at Washington Summit

Guest Commentary
Investment Subsidiaries Offer Solution for Municipal Securities
Not So Fast, My Friend
Discover How Open Banking is Driving the Future of Financial Services 

Around the State
2023 Target Banker Visits 
Achievements

January/February 2023

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The Missouri Banker - January February 2023

Cover Story
Living the Dream
Max & Cindy Cook reflect on 32 years with MBA

Commentary

From our Chairman: It’s Our Responsibility to Tell Our Stories 
From our President: Missouri Reps Hold Key House Committee Assignments 
American Bankers Association Perspective: Beating Back a Bad Idea: How Bankers United to Play Defense Against Durbin

Department News
Government Relations: MBA Gears Up for Credit Union Field of Membership Fight
Legal: Promoting Competition... by Regulation? Really? 
Compliance: Focus on the Fair Credit Reporting Act
Next Generation in Banking: NextGen Reflects Diverse Range, Experience of Bankers

Views from Washington, D.C.
Bankers Share Views with Delegation

Guest Commentary
Want Your Content Viewed? Better Pay Attention to Google
Noncompetes Under Attack
Navigating the Potential Impact of Recent Regulatory Guidance 

Around the State
2023 Target Banker Visits 
MBA Foundation Awards Five InternConnect Scholarships
Achievements

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