Community Bankers Association of Georgia

What Community Bankers Association of Georgia does

The Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) is a member-driven, non-profit trade association founded in 1969 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. It is the state's only advocacy organization dedicated exclusively to the interests of community banks and their customers, governed by a Board of Directors composed of independent community bankers. CBA represents approximately 150 community banks and 200 associate members, delivering state-level lobbying, regulatory advocacy, professional development, networking, and expense-savings programs.

CBA's revenue model is built on two streams: recurring membership dues from bank, branch, holding-company, and associate members, and fee-based event and education programming including the flagship CONNECT Convention, Cyber Risk Summit, CBA LEAD Retreat, AI Showcase, and a portfolio of academies and certifications (Community Bank Leadership Academy, Compliance Professionals Package, Fraud Prevention & Detection Academy, HR & Talent Development League, Universal Banker Certification Series, Essentials of Banking Series). Pricing is tiered with member discounts and sponsorship packages ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 per event.

The association operates on Novi AMS association management software and distributes services through a public website, the secure Member Compass portal, in-person programming across Georgia (Macon, Tifton, Jekyll Island), and virtual training delivered via partners FinEd and the Community Bankers Webinar Network. CBA partners with ICBA as a state affiliate and maintains a Preferred Service Provider ecosystem of more than 25 vetted vendors spanning legal, accounting, IT, cybersecurity, payments, insurance, and marketing services.

Name

Community Bankers Association of Georgia

Legal name

Community Bankers Association Of Georgia

Website

https://cbaofga.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Community Bankers Association of Georgia is a non-profit trade association founded in 1969 that advocates for and serves approximately 150 community banks and 200 associate members in Georgia through lobbying, professional development, networking, and a Preferred Service Provider ecosystem.

Ownership category

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Headquarters

HQ city

Marietta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: CBA generates revenue primarily through membership dues from approximately 150 community banks and 200 associate members. Membership types include Bank Member, Branch Member, Holding Company Member, and Associate Member. All membership applications must be approved by the Board of Directors.
2. Event and Education Programs: CBA charges registration fees for educational events, workshops, certification series, and conferences including the CONNECT Convention. Pricing varies by membership status with CBA members receiving discounted rates compared to non-members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CBA of Georgia is a non-profit trade association that delivers advocacy, regulatory lobbying, professional education, networking events, and member benefit programs to approximately 150 community banks and 200 associate (vendor) members across Georgia. Its core deliverables include membership tiers (Bank, Branch, Holding Company, Associate), recurring education academies and certification series, an annual CONNECT convention, advocacy at the Georgia state legislature, and curated member services such as a legal hotline and preferred service provider directory.

Product overview

The Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) is a professional trade association serving Georgia's community banking industry, not a software product company. The association offers a portfolio of member services including advocacy representation for approximately 150 community banks and 200 associate members, educational programs (Community Bank Leadership Academy, Compliance Professionals Package, HR & Talent Development League, Fraud Prevention & Detection Academy, Essentials of Banking Series, Universal Banker Certification Series), flagship events (CONNECT Convention, CBA LEAD Retreat, Cyber Risk Summit, AI Showcase), publications (CBA Magazine, CBA Today eNewsletter), and member resources (Legal Hotline, Preferred Service Providers Directory, Scholarships, Retirement and Wellness Solutions).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CONNECT: Annual convention hosted by CBA for community bankers in Georgia.
• CBA LEAD Retreat
• Member Compass
• CBA TODAY eNewsletter
• Georgia Communities First Magazine
• The Banker's Buzz

Products and services

• Membership Services Bank, Branch, Holding Company, and Associate membership tiers for Georgia community banks and bank-facing vendors, providing access to the Member Compass portal, member directory, legislative updates, advocacy, and a suite of free member benefits.
• Advocacy Services State-level political representation, regulatory advocacy, and lobbying on behalf of approximately 150 Georgia community banks, delivered as a core benefit of association membership.
• CONNECT Convention Annual flagship convention bringing together community bankers across Georgia for education, networking, and advocacy activities.
• CBA LEAD Retreat (LEAD On Conference) Annual leadership retreat program for emerging and current community bank leaders under the Leadership, Education, Advocacy, Development (LEAD) initiative.
• Community Bank Leadership Academy Multi-session leadership development program designed to cultivate future leaders in community banking.
• Compliance Professionals Package Quarterly compliance training program covering regulatory requirements, compliance management systems, and examination preparation for banking professionals; subscription-style package with member-discounted pricing.
• HR & Talent Development League Human resources professional development program with quarterly RAP (Roundtable, Access, Professional development) sessions for HR professionals in community banking.
• Fraud Prevention & Detection Academy Multi-session academy focused on fraud prevention, detection strategies, and risk management for banking professionals.
• Essentials of Banking Series Foundational banking education series covering core banking principles, operations, regulations, and best practices for new and experienced bankers.
• Universal Banker Certification Series Certification program designed to prepare retail bankers for the universal banking environment with skills across consumer, small business, and small real estate lending.
• Banker Regulatory Forum Quarterly forum covering regulatory updates, safety and soundness topics, and examination readiness for community bank professionals.
• Cyber Risk Summit Annual cybersecurity conference held at Jekyll Island, Georgia, covering threat trends, security best practices, and compliance requirements for community bank leaders.
• AI Showcase Educational programming exploring practical applications of artificial intelligence in community banking, including operational efficiency and workflow automation.
• Business Cash Flow Series Three-session virtual series covering the basics of business cash flow, taught over multiple sessions for CBA member banks.
• CBA Legal Hotline Member-only legal consultation service provided through partnership with James Bates LLP, delivering guidance on banking legal and regulatory matters.
• Preferred Service Providers Directory Curated directory of CBA-endorsed vendors and service providers offering discounted products and services to community bank members across technology, insurance, security, legal, payments, and financial services.
• Georgia Communities First Magazine Flagship print magazine providing industry news, updates, and insights for Georgia's community banking industry, distributed to CBA members.
• CBA Today eNewsletter Electronic newsletter providing regular updates on advocacy issues, educational opportunities, and association news to CBA members.
• CBA Scholarships Scholarship programs supporting education and professional development for community banking professionals and staff.

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered core and preferred.

• Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICBA is the national trade association dedicated exclusively to representing community banks. CBA of Georgia collaborates with ICBA on education programs, advocacy efforts, and provides access to ICBA's Bank Director Program and ICBA Securities services. CBA is an ICBA state affiliate with ICBA strongly supporting 38 state affiliates including CBA of Georgia.
• IntraFi NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntraFi provides deposit placement and wholesale funding services, having served financial institutions for over 20 years. The company invented reciprocal deposits and provides the largest network of its kind, giving participants access to tens of billions of dollars in funding.
• James-Bates-Brannan-Groover-LLPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegal services firm with a dedicated Banking & Financial Institutions Practice Group providing affordable consultative solutions on complex legal and regulatory issues. The firm serves as CBA's endorsed legal partner and hosts events at their Macon and Athens offices.
• Mauldin & JenkinscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccounting and business consulting firm providing audit, tax, risk management, compliance, loan review, information technology and consulting services to financial institutions. Serves as an endorsed CBA preferred service provider for 100 years.
• KasasacoreTechnology or IntegrationFinancial technology and marketing provider committed to driving real growth for banks and credit unions. Partners exclusively with community financial institutions nationwide, serving hundreds of banks with over 2.7 million consumer accounts across 3,000+ branches.
• WipflicoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTop 20 accounting and business consulting firm in the nation with a dedicated financial institutions practice for 90 years. Provides regulatory compliance, profit improvement, risk management, strategic planning, IT services/cybersecurity, HR consulting, and audit and tax services.
• FinoseccoreTechnology or IntegrationCybersecurity services provider simplifying information security and cybersecurity management for banks. Automates labor-intensive tasks including access rights management, information security training, program governance, and cybersecurity governance oversight.
• SHAZAMcoreTechnology or IntegrationIndependent, member-owned financial services and payments provider strengthening financial institutions. Helps banks better compete through service-focused solutions with profits reinvested into products and services.
• Genesys Technology GroupcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology consulting firm helping community bankers make wise technology decisions. Specializes in technology evaluations and renegotiations, leveraging global view of technology to maximize buying power and return on technology investment.
• BHG FinancialpreferredTechnology or IntegrationFinancial services company founded in 2001, formerly Bankers Healthcare Group. Provides loans to medical professionals and expanded services to various high-earning individuals and small business owners in numerous industries.
• EconocheckpreferredTechnology or IntegrationFinancial solutions provider helping financial institutions deepen customer relationships and achieve revenue goals through retail checking strategies, direct response insurance programs, and identity theft products.
• NewcleuspreferredTechnology or IntegrationLeading designer and administrator of compensation, benefit, investment and finance strategies. MINTS technology platform provides convenient and secure investment and insurance portfolio management. Provider of choice for 750+ institutions with over 45,000 policies and $12B in cash surrender value.
• OptimaFicoreTechnology or IntegrationData-driven solutions provider helping over 2,500 community institutions make informed decisions about growth, risk, and profitability. Home of QwickRate, Infusion, and IntelliCredit providing peer performance benchmarking.
• FPS InsurancepreferredTechnology or IntegrationInsurance subsidiary of the Tennessee Bankers Association established in 1991. Provides insurance and financial products tailored for banks including D&O, Financial Institution Bond, Cyber, Property, Liability, Auto and worker's compensation insurance. Endorsed provider for Tennessee and North Carolina Bankers Associations.
• VericastcoreTechnology or IntegrationFI performance partner helping banks and credit unions drive growth, improve efficiency, increase engagement and navigate change through data, technology and people. Brings 150 years of financial services expertise.
• TravelerspreferredTechnology or IntegrationInsurance products and services for banks including Property, General Liability, Auto, Umbrella, Workers Compensation, Directors & Officers, Financial Institution Bonds, Professional Liability, Kidnap & Ransom, Fiduciary Liability, Employment Practices, Identity Fraud and CyberRisk.
• ICBA SecuritiescoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides full suite of fixed income products for community banks through exclusively endorsed broker dealer, The Baker Group. Collaborates to provide educational events for community bankers and investment professionals. Endorsed by 38 ICBA state affiliates.
• STS GrouppreferredTechnology or IntegrationSoutheast's leading provider in branch automation equipment and bank security services for financial institutions.
• EvolvpreferredTechnology or IntegrationPayment processing and digital marketing solutions provider serving banks, associations, non-profits, and municipalities. Focuses on building strong partnerships and delivering excellent client and partner experience.
• McNair, McLemore, Middlebrooks & Co., LLCpreferredImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPreeminent accounting firm in Georgia through 80 years of practice providing auditing, accounting, tax planning, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory reporting assistance.
• Stokes Carmichael & Ernst LLPpreferredImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGeneral business and civil litigation law firm bringing legal knowledge to banks in collections, workouts, creditors' rights, business law, employment law, and general civil litigation.
• Eclipse Brand BuilderspreferredImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAward-winning commercial design-build firm serving clients throughout southeastern United States with over 750+ successfully completed projects.
• Point to Point EnvironmentalpreferredImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEnvironmental and geotechnical firm providing full-service environmental due diligence for commercial and industrial property transactions including Records Search with Risk Assessments, Transaction Screening Reports, and Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments.
• Executive Insurance Agency, Inc.preferredTechnology or IntegrationInsurance solutions provider for financial institutions on collateralized loans for over 45 years including VSI, Blanket Mortgage, Creditor Placed Mortgage, Flood, CPI, Tracking Services, and GAP programs.
• ACG, Inc.preferredTechnology or IntegrationCBA endorsed supplier for more than 20 years providing ATMs, TCRs, Field Service and Physical/Electronic Security to Georgia's Community Banks.
• FinEd (FinancialEd Inc.)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCBA partner for webinar programming and education delivery. CBA provides access to FinEd webinars at CBAofga.com domain and Community Bankers Webinar Network @e.financialedinc.com.
• Performance Solutions, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraining and consulting company serving the banking community for over 40 years. Alliance Partner providing BSA and Compliance Training throughout the United States. Provides instructors for CBA educational programs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Mississippi Bankers Association: Mississippi's state banking trade association delivering advocacy, education, and member services to member banks. Comparable Southeast state-level peer operating a similar trade association model.
• Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA): National trade association dedicated exclusively to representing community banks. CBA of Georgia is a formal ICBA state affiliate, sharing the same advocacy, education, and member-service mission at the national level — making it the most direct comparable peer.
• Tennessee Bankers Association: State-level banking trade association serving Tennessee banks with advocacy, education, compliance programming, and member services. Operates an identical model to CBA of Georgia including its own FPS Insurance subsidiary and endorsed service provider network.
• North Carolina Bankers Association: North Carolina's state banking trade association providing advocacy, education, and member benefits to member banks. Direct Southeast regional peer operating with very similar structure, mission, and revenue model as CBA of Georgia.
• Alabama Bankers Association: Alabama's state banking trade association providing advocacy, compliance education, and member services. Direct comparable Southeast state-level peer to CBA of Georgia.
• Florida Bankers Association: Florida's state-level banking trade association offering advocacy, education, and member services to member banks across the state. Comparable as a peer state association focused on community and mid-sized banks.
• South Carolina Bankers Association: South Carolina's state banking trade association providing advocacy, education, and member benefits. Comparable state-level peer in the Southeast with similar structure and mission.
• Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT): Texas-based state community banking association representing independent and community banks through advocacy and member services. Closely mirrors CBA of Georgia's exclusive focus on community banks versus general banking trade associations.

Broad incumbents

• American Bankers Association (ABA): National trade association representing the entire U.S. banking industry including large, mid-sized, and community banks. Broader scope than CBA of Georgia's community-bank-exclusive mission, but overlaps in advocacy, education, and member-service categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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