Executive Letter: Celebrating Achievement in Wisconsin Banking
The Wisconsin Bankers Association takes great pride in honoring the committed professionals who dedicate their career to preserving the integrity of our industry and promoting financial literacy in our communities. The awards listed below serve to recognize individual excellence and inspire the industry to strive for greatness.
This season offers many opportunities to honor those who are making a difference across our state. I encourage you all to take a few minutes to submit a nomination for the following awards now open:
- WBA Banker of the Year Award (due December 5): This award recognizes a bank president or CEO (or an individual who has recently retired from these positions) who has made an outstanding effort in service to his or her community and to the banking profession. The award will be presented at the WBA Bank Executives Conference on February 4–6 in Wisconsin Dells.
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WBA 50- and 60-Year Club (due December 5): This award recognizes bankers who have served in the banking industry for 50–59 and 60+ years respectively. These awards will be presented at the WBA Bank Executives Conference on February 4–6 in Wisconsin Dells.
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WBA Lifetime Service Award (rolling deadline): The 30-Year and 40-Year Lifetime Service Award recognizes active and retired employees who have completed 30–39 or 40–49 years in the banking industry. Awards are presented by me or a WBA senior management team member at the honoree’s bank.
- Governor’s Financial Literacy Award (due November 21): Sponsored by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions and the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy and Capability, this award recognizes individuals and organizations for increasing financial literacy, capability, and inclusion among Wisconsin residents.
WBA believes that strong banks depend on smart, passionate, and principled people. Please help us recognize exemplary leaders and colleagues in your organization who embody these values in their work.
Thank you for taking the time to recognize excellence in our profession! Your contributions ensure the achievements of our peers are remembered for years to come.
