Pub. 11 2022 Issue 6 11 Dr. Roger Tut terow from Kennesaw State University presented “Where to Go from Here: Navigating in a Post-COVID World.” Melissa Nelson-Baldwin from South Bend Industrial Hemp presented the latest information about the ins and outs of the industrial hemp industry. KBA’s Terri Thomas, JD, EVP & COO, Legal Depar tment/KBCS Director, introduced Melissa Nelson-Baldwin from South Bend Industrial Hemp during the breakout sessions. CEO. Panelists included: Jim Echols, Renaissance Management & Training Solutions, LLP; Mark Schepers, Community Bank, Liberal; Teresa Randle, The Plains State Bank, Liberal; and Ernesto Hodison, Capitol Federal Savings Bank, Lawrence. Attendees ended the day with refreshments and conversations with the Exhibitors. Colby May, Lending Chairman from Equity Bank in Wichita, kicked off day two and introduced the first speaker, Chris Kuehl from Armada Corporate Intelligence. Chris Kuehl’s presentation was “Navigating the Post-Pandemic Economy: New Worries with the Relief.” Attendees were able to see the new challenges they may face after having emerged from the pandemic and what they can now expect in the next year. Next was Andrew McCrea, American Countryside, with “Kansas Banks’ Role in Creating Total Town Makeovers.” Ag and rural economies sit at a unique crossroads. Farm income has risen with increased commodity prices and 2020 government program payments. Ag land and machinery prices are growing at a fast pace. Yet, the story for non-ag businesses that support farmers in rural communities may not be the same. Smaller towns supporting agriculture may struggle to keep small businesses open, maintain quality schools and provide a place for younger people to work and establish homes and families. Kansas banks play an important role in what happens next. The conference was wrapped up with the final speaker, Alex Weber, American Ninja Warrior, with his presentation, “The Positivity Edge: The Key to Record-Breaking Achievement in Any Season.” How do you tap into the ultimate creativity, confidence, and resourcefulness when it matters most, and the stakes are high? You need a reliable way to avoid living and working in unproductive energy, where stress is high, solutions seem limited, mistakes are repeated, and perceived challenges only grow stronger. Instead, you need to activate The Positive Energy Edge. Thank you to our Conference Sponsors and to all attendees able to make it!
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