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Mid-Atlantic Bankers Association Announces Graduates of the 2026 Mid-Atlantic School of Banking
Charlottesville, VA – Eighty-nine bankers graduated from the Mid-Atlantic School of Banking (“the School”) in Charlottesville on August 7, 2026. The three-year school is sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Bankers Association, which is comprised of the Maryland, D.C. and Virginia Bankers Associations. The School represents the merger of the former Virginia and Maryland banking schools following…
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Maryland Bankers Association Elects New 2026-2027 Board Officers; Kevin M. Benson to Serve as Board Chair
Annapolis, MD – The Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) elected new officers for its 2026-2027 MBA and MBA Solutions Board of Directors during the MBA Annual Business Meeting at the MBA|VBA Joint Convention today. The MBA is proud to welcome the following leaders as Officers of its MBA Board of Directors: Chairman: Kevin M.…
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Maryland Bankers Association Promotes Evan Richards to Vice President of Government and Member Relations
The Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) today announced the promotion of Evan Richards to Vice President of Government and Member Relations, reflecting his expanded leadership role and continued contributions to the association’s advocacy and membership efforts. In this role, Richards will continue to oversee MBA’s government relations efforts while strengthening engagement with member institutions across Maryland.…
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MBA Launches a Week of Leadership and Advocacy With 2026 Emerging Leaders Kickoff and Day in Annapolis
This week, the Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) proudly advanced two of its cornerstone initiatives with the official kickoff of the 2026 Emerging Leaders Program and the convening of bankers from across the state for Day in Annapolis, reinforcing the association’s commitment to leadership development and effective industry advocacy. On Wednesday, MBA welcomed eighteen participants to…
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MBA Announces Partnership with University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business to Launch Statewide Banking Fellows Program
The Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) today announced a new partnership with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business to launch a statewide Smith Banking Fellows Program designed to prepare high-achieving undergraduate students for careers in Maryland’s banking industry through a coordinated academic, experiential, and professional development model. The program is built on…
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Governor Wes Moore to Share Vision for Maryland’s Economic Future at MBA’s 2026 First Friday Economic Outlook Forum
The Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) is honored to announce Maryland Governor Wes Moore will headline the 19th Annual First Friday Economic Outlook Forum with a special luncheon address on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Hotel. Governor Moore will present his vision for Maryland’s economic future, highlighting strategies to accelerate growth, foster…
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Advancing Opportunity: A Community Conversation on Credit Equity in Maryland
In recognition of Economic Education Month, the Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) and Coppin State University’s Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship (CSE) convened A Community Conversation on Credit Equity in Maryland. The event brought together banking professionals, educators, policymakers, and community leaders for a panel discussion and roundtable dialogue on closing Maryland’s credit gap and expanding equitable…
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MBA Hosts Legislative Luncheon with Maryland General Assembly Leaders
The Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) today hosted a Legislative Luncheon in advance of its September Board of Directors Meeting, bringing together banking leaders and members of the General Assembly for a robust discussion on Maryland’s economic future and policy priorities. The luncheon, organized by the MBA Government Relations team, featured a panel of state legislative…
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, and U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks Join MBA & Special Guests for Meet & Greet
The Maryland Bankers Association (MBA), in partnership with M&T Bank, hosted a special meet & greet this morning, bringing together Governor Wes Moore, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks, the MBA Executive Committee, American Bankers Association leadership, and other special guests for a robust discussion on the impact of Maryland banks on…
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MBA Celebrates Maryland Banking School Class of 2025
The Maryland Bankers Association (MBA) is proud to announce that 23 banking professionals graduated on August 8 during the 50th Maryland Banking School commencement in College Park, Maryland. Founded in 1975, Maryland Banking School is MBA’s flagship educational program, designed to strengthen the leadership pipeline across Maryland’s banking industry. The three-year program offers a deep…