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Abrigo CEO Wayne Roberts announces retirement

Abrigo

He built a strong leadership team and an employee base that has been recognized consistently as one of the best places to work in Austin, Texas, and Raleigh, N.C., and in bank technology nationally. He was named an Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur of the Year 2021 Central Texas Award Winner.

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ICBA LEAD FWD Summit

Independent Banker

At this year’s ICBA LEAD FWD Summit, up-and-coming community bankers gathered from around the country to strengthen their leadership, technical banking and advocacy skills. The leadership conference hosted 26 speakers that helped attendees prepare for the future of banking. Bolton welcomed LEAD FWD attendees in Fort Worth, Texas.

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A bridge to affordable housing

Independent Banker

Daniel Galindo, pictured, and Doug Schaeffer of Woodforest National Bank helped involve the community bank in providing funding for and access to affordable housing. Name: Woodforest National Bank. Location: The Woodlands, Texas. Doug Schaeffer, Woodforest National Bank. Doug Schaeffer, Woodforest National Bank.

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Tuesday Morning Seeks Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

PYMNTS

The retailer said it filed voluntary petitions in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas – Dallas Division to pursue the reorganization. The retailer, which was started in 1974 and is based in Texas, has roughly 700 locations throughout the nation.

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Community banks are thriving in Texas

Independent Banker

With the record growth of San Antonio, Houston and Austin, southern Texas is becoming a hub for business. There’s a lot of energy in the southern half of Texas, and it’s not just the resources that power our homes and cars. Photo by Dennis Burnett. Here’s how four community banks are thriving in this environment. By Mindy Charski.

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The ICBA 22/23 executive committee is all in

Independent Banker

When the 2022/23 ICBA board of directors was introduced at ICBA LIVE in San Antonio, Texas, there was a palpable sense of excitement in the air. Policy Development chair Quentin Leighty, President and CFO, First National Bank of Monument, Las Animas, Colo. To sum it up, these leaders are all in and all heart for community banking.

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Five Reasons You Need to Attend ThinkBIG: Fighting Financial Crime

Abrigo

Our free thought leadership webinars are another great way to earn CE credits throughout the year.). Your registration goes farther knowing you’re attending one of the most well-respected BSA/AML and fraud industry conferences in the nation. Bonus - Enjoy one of the most popular vacation destinations – Austin, Texas!