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43 Years strong and counting

BY CHRIS PADGETT

A rd more? Absolutely. Do we
s the Arkansas Community Bankers
embarks on its 43 year of exclusively
need to? No. So, we don’t.
serving Arkansas’ community banks, we
While you are reading this
would like to express our gratitude to all
our members for their continued support and article, you may have just
received your 2023-24 ACB
involvement in our organization. Your participation Membership dues renewal Chris Padgett is the ACB
helps us to strengthen our voice as community letter. We respectfully ask Executive Director.
bankers and enables us to better advocate for our for your continued support. You may connect with Chris at
501-246-4975
industry. or
In 2022, 94% of Arkansas chris@arcommunitybankers.com
Community banks are an integral part of the American banks were ACB members.
economy, and we recognize the importance of Something we are most proud of.
speaking with one voice to protect our interests. In the We would like to express our gratitude to all our
face of ever-increasing regulatory burdens and members for their ongoing support and involvement
pressures from larger banks and fintech companies, it in the Arkansas Community Bankers Association. Our
is more critical than ever that community banks band success as an association is due to your commitment
together to promote our unique value proposition and and dedication to our industry, and we look forward to
the vital role we play in our communities.
continuing to serve as your advocate and resource in
Through the Arkansas Community Bankers the years to come. Together, we can continue to
Association, our members have access to critical strengthen our voice and promote the vital role that
information and resources, educational opportunities, community banks play in our communities.
industry insights, and networking events. Our One last thing. Please remember, this is YOUR
association exists solely to serve the needs and association. If you ever have questions, concerns, or
concerns of community banks, and we are proud to be insights, please do not hesitate to let us know.
the only organization in Arkansas solely dedicated to
representing community banks.

We understand the challenges and opportunities that
our members face, and our goal is to help you
navigate the complex regulatory landscape, keep you
up-to-date on important industry trends, and connect
you with other community bankers to share best
practices and learn from one another. And we do all
that while purposefully keeping our dues at a fraction
of what other associations charge. Could we charge

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