As for this column, we plan to continue your legacy of providing valuable (and entertaining!) investment insight, but through a range of contributors. You’ll be hearing from not only me but also several other members of our Financial Strategies Group. Jim: Let’s not forget about Baker’s capacity to partner with ICBA’s state affiliates, which was a matter of high rank in the selection process. Ryan: That’s right. We understand just how important state banking associations are to community banks. We are bringing endorsements from ICBA state affiliates in Illinois, Texas, Indiana and Alabama into the mix, so we know what it takes to work with these associations as they fight for community banks in their state. We have partnered with state banking associations for more than four decades to provide industry-leading education and financial support, and we look forward to working with all 34 state associations that endorse ICBA Securities. Jim: Very good. I am honored that The Baker Group offered me this position, and I intend to remain visible to ICBA members and attend conventions whenever practicable. In the near term, my objective is to get Baker integrated into the ICBA extended family as efficiently as possible. I’m beyond excited about this new chapter for ICBA Securities and The Baker Group. Ryan: I couldn’t agree more, Jim. Welcome aboard! Jim Reber, CPA, CFA, is managing director of ICBA relations at The Baker Group. Ryan Hayhurst is president of The Baker Group, ICBA Securities’ endorsed broker-dealer. BANCMAC COMMUNITY BANC MORTGAGE CORP. YOUR COMMUNITY BANK MORTGAGE PARTNER bancmac.com mortgages@bancmac.com 888.821.7729 | NMLS# 571147 BancMac provides correspondent and wholesale lending and is your Community Bank Mortgage Partner to help your financial institution originate fixed-rate secondary market loans including: PROGRAMS • Conventional Loans • USDA Rural Development Loans • Rural Living (Hobby Farm) Loans • VA Loans • Jumbo Loans • FHA Loans OUR PARTNERS RECEIVE: • Superior Service & Competitive Pricing • No Minimum Volumes • Significant, Non-Interest Fee Income • Non-Solicit Protections & More The Show-Me Banker Magazine | 23
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