Advocating for New Jersey Banks at the Washington Summit
Earlier this month, NJBankers President & CEO Mike Affuso and VP/Director of Government Affairs Brittany Wheeler headed to D.C. for the ABA's Washington Summit. Along with a contingent of New Jersey bankers, they met with staff from the offices of Senator Booker, and Representatives Menendez, Kean, Pallone, Norcross and Conaway.
They discussed issues affecting the banking industry including FDIC modernization, combating fraud, stablecoin, and the need for more affordable housing. Attending events such as this are critical to NJBankers mission as "The Voice of the Garden State Banking Industry," supporting our advocacy efforts and promoting the great work banks do across our state.
Thank you to our members from Citizens, ConnectOne Bank, Columbia Bank, Northfield Bank, TD, and JPMorganChase who joined us for the Summit.
NJBankers Retail Banking Conference: A Day of Learning & Engagement
Last week, NJBankers hosted our first-ever Retail Banking Conference focused on the key issues impacting retail banking's front line. Emceed by Brian Laurinaitis of PWCampbell, the day featured engaging sessions with Joe Dugan of Engage fi, Luisa Franco of LFP Risk Solutions, Kristina Morris of ICBA, and Elyssa Morgan of NEACH.
The conference included several peer discussions designed after each session, which allowed attendees to exchange ideas and learn from one another, all in an effort to strengthen the retail banking sector.
A special thank you to our event attendees and sponsors who make events such as this possible: Ascensus, Federal Home Loan Bank of New York, First Bank, ICBA, Neat, New Jersey Business Action Center, Peapack Private Bank & Trust, Valley Bank.
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Registration Now Open for NJBankers Banking on Women Conference
Join hundreds of women leaders, innovators, and rising professionals from across New Jersey’s banking community for a high-energy day of learning, inspiration, and powerful connection. Designed for women in financial services, the Banking on Women Conferenceon June 4 brings together influential voices, practical strategies, and real-world insights to help you advance your career, expand your influence, and lead with confidence.
This year’s program features thought-provoking keynotes, leadership development workshops, and candid conversations with women shaping the future of banking. From bold strategic thinking to personal productivity and board leadership, each session is built to empower attendees with actionable tools and fresh perspectives.
NJBankers very own Mike from New Jersey - our President & CEO Mike Affuso - is encouraging our members to support Jersey Mike's Subs Day of Giving on Wednesday, March 25, and show that #BankersCare.
On this day, more than 3,200 Jersey Mike’s restaurants across the country will give 100 percent of the day’s sales – not just profit– to send athletes nationwide to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in June.
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Abrigo is excited to introduce Abrigo Intelligent Scan, a powerful new sanctions and watchlist screening solution designed specifically for financial institutions. Learn more here.
Listen to the latest Banking Matters Podcast, which focuses on the evolving landscape of banking regulations here.
Read the latest FORsight article from ProBank Education Services at Forvis Mazars, "Federal Rulemaking Shifts Shaping Current Compliance Priorities" here.
Join The Baker Group for the webinar Bank Investment Strategies for 2nd Quarter 2026 on April 8. Learn more and register here.
S&P Global Market Intelligence released its annual rankings for 2025’s best-performing community banks with assets between $3 billion and $10 billion, community banks with assets below $3 billion, top-performing credit unions and top-performing U.S. public banks. View the National Rankings here.
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