Bankers 2 Leaders

03/06/2026

02/14/2026

Treat your Valentine by signing up for Annual Convention in Colorado Springs!

This is your sign to say yes to Colorado. ☎️🏔️ Join us for our 133rd Annual Convention & Marketplace, June 7-10 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Experience powerful connections, professional growth, and a setting that is hard to beat. It doesn't get much more 𝓁ℴ𝓋ℯ𝓁𝓎 than this!

02/14/2026

Do you recognize your banker friends on our panel? Tag them and thank them for taking the time to share the love of banking with Auburn students last week!

11/03/2025

In banking, it’s often the faces behind the counters, the tellers, customer service representatives, and new accounts specialists who leave the deepest impressions. They are the ones who greet us with a smile, patiently listen to our questions, and ensure that every interaction is smooth and meaningful.

Today, we celebrate one such individual who truly embodies what it means to deliver exceptional customer service and team support. This year’s Branch Retail Associate of the Year is someone who connects with customers on a personal level; building relationships rooted in trust and genuine care. One example that stands out happened during a major system transition, he took extra time to help elderly customers navigate a new mobile banking app, sometimes patiently working with them for hours until everything was working smoothly. But his impact doesn’t stop there. When his branch underwent a complex core system conversion, he stepped up as a mentor and guide for his colleagues.

He developed clear training materials, led hands-on demonstrations, and offered one-on-one coaching sessions to ease anxieties and build confidence among his teammates. His positive attitude, willingness to help, and dedication to fostering teamwork made a significant difference; not only in helping the branch succeed operationally but in strengthening the spirit of collaboration.

He created an environment where questions were welcomed, feedback was valued, and everyone felt supported. Through his efforts, the transition became less daunting and more of a shared success.

Today, we honor his exceptional communication skills, problem-solving ability, and unwavering commitment to both customers and colleagues. Please join me in congratulating the 2025 Branch Retail Associate of the Year Dalton Lawson with First National Bank of Hamilton.

04/30/2025

Thank you to all who make this possible!

04/17/2025

It was a beautiful day in Montgomery for students and bankers!

04/17/2025

Each spring, bankers from across the country gather in Washington, D.C. for the American Bankers Association's Washington Summit and Forums to meet with regulators and Congress, advocating for our industry. We were proud to have Tara Hickey with River Bank & Trust and Jordan Crow with Merit Bank in attendance on behalf of our B2L Board. Not shown in the picture but also made the trip was Will Finney with West Alabama Bank.

02/20/2025

📢 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐒 📢

📅 March 6
🕘 10 a.m.
📍The Club, 1 Robert S Smith Dr, Birmingham

Join us for B2L’s Marketing Peer Group Meeting on March 6th! This is your chance to swap ideas, share wins, and dive into the latest marketing trends shaking up the industry. Whether you're mastering digital strategies, boosting brand engagement, or tackling compliance with creativity, this session is all about helping you stay ahead—while having a little fun learning and growing with your peers!

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/41mYmi0

⭐️ 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑 − 𝐁𝐑𝐘𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐊 ⭐️

12/18/2024

The 5th Bank Executive Leadership class is off to a strong start. The opening retreat is always a class favorite. Looking forward to connecting with this group over the next 18 months.

11/27/2024

🌟 On the road celebrating Excellence in Banking! 🌟

We are continuing our journey of recognizing incredible individuals who exemplify excellence in their roles. Each recipient was thoughtfully nominated by their colleagues and selected by our Bankers 2 Leaders Board of Directors.

Today, we’re thrilled to spotlight our fourth recipient: Gina Williams from Robertson Banking Company! 🎉 Gina’s exceptional service and dedication have earned her the title of Branch Retail Associate of the Year. This recognition highlights her remarkable work ethic and passion for excellence in the industry. Congratulations, Gina, on this well-deserved honor! 👏

11/27/2024

🌟 On the road celebrating Excellence in Banking! 🌟

We are continuing our journey of recognizing incredible individuals who exemplify excellence in their roles. Each recipient was thoughtfully nominated by their colleagues and selected by our Bankers 2 Leaders Board of Directors.

Today we are excited to spotlight Whitley Mitchell from First Southern State Bank! 🎉 Whitley has been recognized as the Administrative Support Staff of the Year for her unwavering support and dedication to her colleagues and customers. Her positive attitude and teamwork make her an invaluable part of the banking community. Congratulations, Whitley, on this well-deserved honor! 👏