BANK LEADERS OF
KANSAS (BLOK)

KBA’s Bank Leaders of Kansas (BLOK) prepares bankers to play an active, positive role in molding the future of the Kansas banking industry. Since the program’s inception, more than 259 Kansas bankers have completed the BLOK training experience and are occupying important leadership roles within the KBA and within their communities.

1. To increase individual bankers’ understanding and knowledge of the structure and governance of the KBA, including a complete overview of programs, services, and representation provided by KBA.
2. To increase individual bankers’ understanding of the state and federal legislative process and increase their willingness to actively support and defend the Kansas banking industry.
3. To increase individual bankers’ understanding and awareness of the various state and federal agencies that govern the banking industry in Kansas and how those agencies interact with the KBA.
4. To improve individual bankers’ leadership and communication skills and to provide a clear understanding of their role as a volunteer KBA leader.

Session I includes an inside look at the structure, governance and history of the KBA and a behind the scenes look at the state legislative process. Participants will also be treated to an in-depth look at the Office of the State Bank Commissioner.

Session II is built around a visit to the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, including presentations by key leadership. This session will also feature personal and professional accountability training, a unique look at how community banks in Kansas are competing with one another, and a discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing bank CEOs in Kansas’ fastest growing region.

Session III is focused on Improving Bank Performance through Leadership, Accountability and Maximizing Team Results. This session includes special training on leadership communication skills, building a winning team and also includes a discussion on recruiting and retaining top bank talent.

Session IV consists of a pilgrimage to Washington, D.C., chaperoned by members of KBA’s Federal Affairs Committee. This session includes stops at the American Bankers Association, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Federal Reserve, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the offices of Kansas Congressional Delegation.