OKLAHOMA CITY — Steve Bagwell, president and CEO of Vision Bank, in Ada, was inducted as chair of the Oklahoma Bankers Association at the OBA’s 128th Convention on Wednesday, May 14, at the Skirvin Hilton in Oklahoma City. Bagwell is a 1987 graduate of Baylor University with a bachelor’s degree in economics. He has also completed graduate work in planning …
May 2025
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May 12, 2025
OCC seeks comment on digitalization issues for community banks
The Office for the Comptroller of the Currency is seeking public input on the key challenges and barriers faced by community banks in the adoption and implementation of digital banking solutions. The OCC said new technologies can be important tools for community banks to meet customer demand, increase revenue, improve efficiencies and remain competitive. The agency’s request for information will …
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May 9, 2025
Mobile website available for OBA convention attendees
Be sure to bookmark our dedicated mobile web page for convention, which includes information on the golf tournament, the overall convention schedule, exhibit floor plan, sponsors and more at www.oba.com/convention. Those using iPhones can save the page on their home screen like an app by simply hitting the share button at the bottom of the screen (icon at center that …
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May 8, 2025
Development Capital Networks
DCN manages public sector funds that provide credit support (subordinated) loan participations and collateral support) to banks to facilitate increased lending to small businesses, as a way of driving economic growth & job creation. CONTACT INFORMATION: Contact: Josh Toney 4045 NW 64th Street, Suite #405 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 Phone: (405) 358-3040 Cell: (405) 351-0460 Email: jtoney@dcnteam.com Website: www.dcnteam.com
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May 6, 2025
Week of May 5
In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … OCC seeks comment on digitalization issues for community banks Service Oklahoma provides FAQ on ELT system enhancements ABA survey: Banker satisfaction with core providers remains low ‘The Bankers From Oklahoma’ are back! – last week before convention! OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just …
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May 5, 2025
Standley Systems
For 91 years, Standley Systems has been a trusted technology partner for Oklahoma’s financial institutions. We understand the demands of banking — from security and compliance to the need for seamless, reliable operations. That’s why we offer more than just copiers, printers, and scanning solutions. Our document management tools, managed print services, and managed network support are built to give …
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May 5, 2025
Fraud trends report in auto lending released
Sharon Lewis, with the OBA’s fraud division, has followed Frank McKenna (www.frankonfraud.com) for a long time. Frank is the chief innovation officer at Point Predictive, a lending confidence and risk management company. Point Predictive just released their 2025 Auto Lending Fraud Trends Report. Click here to download the report. According to the report, did you know … the estimated fraud …
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May 5, 2025
Whitley Penn, LLP
We are a full service public accounting firm with strong Texas roots. We have been supporting and serving community banks throughout the southwest for more than 30 years. The in-depth banking experience of our senior management team allows us to help community banks navigate the changes and challenges they face. Our professionals look at each new challenge with a perspective …
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May 2, 2025
2025 OBA Directory of Banks now available for purchase
The latest edition of the OBA Directory of Banks is now available. This essential reference includes financial data, important information about all Oklahoma banks, savings and loans, savings banks and holding companies, key personnel by function and title, answers to rules and regulations, legislators, state and national agencies, courthouses, fast-find index and much more! Each Directory is $40 per copy for OBA-member …
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May 2, 2025
2025 OBA Directory of Banks now available for purchase
The latest edition of the OBA Directory of Banks is now available. This essential reference includes financial data, important information about all Oklahoma banks, savings and loans, savings banks and holding companies, key personnel by function and title, answers to rules and regulations, legislators, state and national agencies, courthouses, fast-find index and much more! Each Directory is $40 per copy for OBA-member …
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