Alabama Bankers Association, Inc.

10/14/2026

I have proudly advocated for Fort Rucker to be named U.S. Army’s UAS Center of Excellence for years. Today’s announcement makes clear that Fort Rucker, which has long been the beating heart of Army Aviation, will lead the Army into the next era of warfare.

I’m grateful to POTUS, the Secretary of War, the Secretary of the Army, and General LaNeve for continuing to recognize how valuable Alabama is to our nation’s defense and how much we have to offer. I look forward to continuing to work alongside them to support Fort Rucker’s mission.

10/06/2026

More than 40 bankers gathered today in Clanton at the Alabama Emergency Management Agency headquarters in Clanton for the Alabama Recovery Coalition for the Financial Sector’s fall meeting. Bankers toured the facility after EMA officials briefed bankers on the management, emergency services, human services, infrastructure and operations and field operations divisions of the agency.

Led by David Long and Beth Oliver, ARCFS is at the forefront for training and coordinating efforts amongst banks to be prepared for any crisis or threat including ransomware, pandemics, weather and business continuity planning.

10/05/2026

Taking Alabama Banking to Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸🏦

More than 40 Alabama bankers traveled to Washington, D.C., last week for the Alabama Bankers Association’s Annual DC Fly-In, bringing the voice of Alabama’s banking industry directly to our congressional delegation.

Bankers met with Sen. Katie Britt, a member of the Senate Banking Committee, and her banking counsel, Ashtyn Landen. They also met with Rep. Strong of Huntsville and members of his team, making valuable connections and sharing the real-world impact of issues facing Alabama banks, their customers and shareholders.

A special highlight of the trip was an evening reception hosted by Alabama native Emory Cox at The University Club in honor of Sen. Tommy Tuberville.

Throughout the Fly-In, bankers discussed the ABA’s recently released white paper, The Appropriation Congress Never Votes On: The Credit Union Tax Exemption, along with other timely issues impacting our industry.

Thank you to the Alabama bankers who made the trip and helped make Alabama’s voice heard in Washington! 🇺🇸

09/30/2026

09/08/2026

🎉 Celebrating 13 Years of Ashley Thomas! 🎉

For 13 years, Ashley Thomas has been such a special part of the Alabama Bankers Association team, and we are so thankful for the heart she brings to everything she does.

As our Vice President, Professional and Leadership Development, Ashley has a gift for making people feel supported, valued and encouraged. She cares deeply about our members and is always looking for ways to help them grow; both professionally and personally.

One of Ashley’s greatest contributions is the impact she is making on the next generation of banking leaders. Through the programs she leads and the relationships she builds, she is helping shape the future of our industry, one leader at a time.

We’ve watched Ashley pour 13 years of knowledge, dedication, encouragement and genuine care into ABA and the people we serve. We are incredibly grateful for all she does for our members, our team and the future of Alabama banking.

Happy 13th Anniversary, Ashley! We’re so lucky to have you on our team and can’t wait to see the continued impact you’ll make in the years ahead! 👏🎉 Help us celebrate her and this accomplishment!

08/27/2026

𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗢𝗡!

We’re excited to welcome Will Watson to the Alabama Bankers Association team as our new Education and Program Coordinator!

Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Will recently graduated from Auburn University in May 2026. 🦅🐅

In his new role, Will is looking forward to building relationships with bankers across Alabama and learning more about what it takes to succeed in the business world.

He also hopes to bring greater synergy behind the scenes and help create a smooth, efficient experience for ABA members.

Help us give Will a warm welcome to the ABA team! Drop a comment below to welcome him and say hello. 👋

Welcome to the team, Will! We’re glad to have you with us! 🎉

08/13/2026

The backpacks are packed. The pencils are sharpened. The first-day-of-school pictures are making their way across our feeds. And while our Alabama Banking School students aren’t heading back to class quite yet, we’re already counting down to October 18–23, 2026!

Because at 🟦🟦🔵 Alabama Banking School, “back to school” means more than going back to the classroom. It means reconnecting with banking friends, learning from industry leaders, building relationships, and investing in the future of Alabama banking.

So while everyone else is sharing their first day of school posts, we’ll be over here getting ready for Banking School season. 🏦🎓 October will be here before we know it, and we would love to have you in the class of 2028!

Let's hear from you, Green Dots 🟢 and Blue Dots 🔵 - Help us encourage our incoming Pink Dots – tell them what you are looking forward to this session!

07/31/2026

Day ✌🏼 is about to be underway at the CEO, Bank Exec & Directors’ Conference!

Yesterday was a full day of learning, connection, and conversations about the issues shaping the future of banking. From cybersecurity and bank security to generational banking, growth strategies, regulatory updates, industry challenges, and the 2026 political landscape, our attendees gained valuable insights to take back to their institutions and communities.

Today, we’re looking forward to another great day of meaningful conversations and fresh perspectives as we continue exploring the opportunities and challenges ahead for Alabama’s banking industry.

Here’s to another day of learning, leading, and connecting with fellow banking professionals!

07/30/2026

Lights, camera, action! 🎥

We were pleased to welcome Alabama Public Television to our annual CEO, Bank Exec & Directors’ conference this afternoon as they interviewed our President & CEO, Scott Latham; ABA Board Chairman, Charlie Williams; and Past Chairman, Macke Mauldin, for an upcoming episode of 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘰𝘭 𝘑𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 with host Todd Stacy.

The conversations explored the reason why we hold this event every year for our banks; the governance, safety, and soundness of Alabama's banking industry, as well as the importance of maintaining strong relationships and ongoing dialogue with regulators and policymakers in Washington, D.C. As the financial services landscape continues to evolve, those conversations are essential to ensuring Alabama's banks remain strong, responsive, and well-positioned to serve their customers and communities.

Stay tuned for details on when the interview will air!

07/27/2026

Cheers to 9 Years, Peyton!

This month we’re celebrating a very special milestone: Peyton Headley’s 9th work anniversary with the Alabama Bankers Association!

Many of our members may remember Peyton as the friendly first face and voice they encountered when connecting with the ABA. Over the years, she has grown into her current role as Director of Creative Services, where her talent, innovation, and dedication continue to make a tremendous impact on our association.

Peyton’s creativity brings our ideas to life, her photography captures some of our most memorable moments, and her technology expertise keeps us moving forward. As the youngest member of our team, she’s also become our go-to guide for navigating new tools and technology, helping the rest of us stay current in an ever-changing digital world.

We are grateful for Peyton’s nine years of service, her countless contributions, and the energy, creativity, and enthusiasm she brings to the ABA every day.

Please join us in congratulating Peyton on this incredible milestone and thanking her for all she does for Alabama banking!