KBA’s Rayanna Breshears (L) and Sam Jackson (R), First State Bank, networked with current Robbins Banking students during the conference. Students were encouraged to attend the conference as an opportunity to meet bankers and learn about the banking industry. (L-R) Fred Elmer, Ashton Bornholdt, Victoria Pruitt, First National Bank of Hutchinson. The Annual YBOK Golf Tournament took place on Friday at Smoky Hills Country Club following the conference. KBA and Government Relations Update Alex Orel, SVP of Government Relations KBA’s SVP of Government Relations gave an association and government relations update to attendees. Alex Orel emphasized that the association is firing on all cylinders to provide the best possible service to all Kansas bankers. Orel mentioned that the KBA is in the middle of developing a new three-year strategic plan that will give the strategic direction to the KBA for the next couple of years. Orel also talked about the priorities of the government relations team, including the push to modernize the state’s investment philosophy and drive more state investment back to Kansas banks, which will be KBA’s No. 1 priority in next year’s state legislative session. “Creating Team Engagement and Connection: Transforming Organizational Culture with the L.E.A.D. Operating System” Neil Stevens, President & CEO, Oconee State Bank We wrapped up our annual YBOK conference with an engaging session with Neil Stevens, President and CEO of Oconee State Bank, on fostering team engagement, connections and a vibrant work culture. A heartfelt thank you to all our young bankers who attended, and a special shoutout to Fort Hays State University Foundation for hosting us at the Robbins Center! Mark your calendars for next year, Oct. 8-10 in Lawrence! As a young banker, getting involved in the political process is critical, and we need your voice to help us keep fighting the fight in Topeka and Washington, D.C.! As a YBOKer, you can attend the Annual Government Relations Conference in Topeka on Feb. 5 at a discounted rate. Please go ahead and mark your calendars; we will see you in Topeka! 22
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