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    The Georgia Bankers Association is the premier resource for Georgia’s banks, providing advocacy, education, and industry support. Through professional development, strategic services, and a unified voice in policy, GBA empowers members to succeed and strengthen their communities.

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Advocacy

Advocacy

GBA’s advocacy team represents the banking industry at the state and federal levels, working to shape policy and regulatory actions that benefit banks and communities. Stay informed and get involved to ensure a strong future for Georgia banking.

Our Advocacy Efforts

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Community

Community

GBA helps banking professionals collaborate with peers, share ideas, and strengthen their organizations. Boards, committees, roundtables, peer groups, and social media are just some of the opportunities to connect and grow.

Get Involved

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Education

Education

Through GBA, career bankers at any level can find an educational experience to fit their needs in person or virtually. Check out our Calendar of Events for your career development.

Calendar Of Events

GBA NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

GBA Edge

FEB | 2 | 2026

Invest in future leaders through GBA’s 2026 flagship schools, registration is now open for GBA Compliance Peer Group Meeting, join the growing crowds for HR and Marketing Conferences, and more.

GBA Legislative Update

JAN | 30 | 2025

General Assembly making steady progress, Georgia House unveils property tax relief plan, Georgia Senate introduces “Transactional Gold and Silver Act” bill, and more.

GBA Bulletin

JAN | 29 | 2026

Brad Serff named facilitator for GBA Fin/Ops and Leadership Roundtables, premier advocacy event draws record attendance, Loudermilk's CTR/SAR regulatory relief bill advances, and more stories this week.

Member Profile – Chris Acker

JAN | 29 | 2025

A service-first mindset has guided Chris Acker throughout his banking career. His first job as a bag boy at Kroger taught a lesson that still shapes his approach today. “Being kind and helpful is free and is usually returned the same.”

GBA Bulletin

JAN | 22 | 2026

Appropriations take center stage at Georgia General Assembly, special election update, majority of Georgia credit card holders would lose credit access under proposed card rate cap, and more stories this week.

GBA Legislative Update

JAN | 16 | 2025

General Assembly convenes for 2026 session, special elections fill vacant seats with more to come, new faces on the Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee, and more.

GBA Bulletin

JAN | 15 | 2026

Faser to lead GBA CEO roundtables, President Trump takes up credit card issues, community bank confidence near record high, customer impersonation ring targeting Georgia banks, and more stories this week.

Member Profile – Leslie Farmer

JAN | 15 | 2025

As controller/HR manager and vice president at Planters First Bank in Hawkinsville, Leslie Farmer brings a people-centered mindset to her role, shaped by early lessons and reinforced through years in community banking.

GBA Bulletin

JAN | 8 | 2026

General Assembly session set to convene, keep up the outreach to close the stablecoin loophole, Federal Reserve resumes penny deposits in welcome move for banks, and more stories this week.

GBA Edge

JAN | 2 | 2026

Registration now open for 2026 Bank Security Conference; online commercial lender training program added to the calendar, AI in Banking Workshop and more opportunities in this month's edition.

UPCOMING EVENTS

HR Professionals Institute

HR Professionals Institute

March 25-27 | The DeSoto, Savannah

Join us for Georgia’s premier in-person learning experience tailored specifically for bank HR professionals.

All Upcoming Events

GBA Career Solutions:

Recruit, Retain, and Develop Top Talent

GBA Career Solutions is here to support both banks and bankers. Employers can post job openings and connect with qualified candidates, while job seekers can explore new career opportunities. With resources like our job bank and insights into banking careers, we make finding the right match easier than ever.

Explore Opportunities

GBA Insurance and Retirement Solutions:

Designed For Bankers, By Bankers

Protect your team with GBA's trusted health, life, and retirement plans. Since 1965, GBA Insurance Trust has provided high-quality, cost-effective benefits tailored for banks. Our retirement services, established in the 1970s, offer flexible pension and 401(k) plans to fit banks of any size. Both programs are run by bankers with a focus on service—not profit—ensuring the best care and support for your employees.

Learn More About Our Plans