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NJBankers Updates

 

We hope all our members had a relaxing and enjoyable summer. As we head into our 2025-2026 season, we have some staffing news to share at NJBankers. We look forward to seamlessly implementing these changes and working with you to continue advancing the great work of the banking industry in our state. 

  • Jenn Zorn, will now be leading our professional development efforts, including special events and engagement programs such as the Future Ready Internship Program and Leading on the Cutting Edge.
  • Andrea Ganzman, will oversee all our marketing efforts as well as leading our peer groups.
  • Brittany Wheeler, will continue to lead our Government Relations efforts and will also be at the forefront of our charitable endeavors, overseeing the work of the NJBankers Charitable Foundation and our Philanthropic Committee.
  • Mike Affuso, in his work as President & CEO, will be overseeing NJBankers Business Services, which focuses on bringing our members products and services to help their business thrive. He also will lead all relationships with our Associate Members. 

These changes make NJBankers stronger than ever and poised for the future. We’re planning for a fantastic year full of dynamic programming, enhanced member engagement strategies, and much more. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@njbankers.com.

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NJBankers is offering two dynamic events for the banking and business communities this month, and time is running out to register. Don't delay - sign up today!

 

Join us for Compliance University on September 18 and gain insights into the evolving regulatory landscape from a panel of regulators. Plus, explore key compliance issues including Enforcement Actions, Regulation E, Fair Lending, and more. 

Click here to register for Compliance University

Then, later this month we're hosting our premier in-state conference. Banking on the Future - from September 29-October 1 - is filled with learning and networking opportunities. Held at The Borgata in Atlantic City, the conference is designed to help attendees get ahead of the curve. 

Click here to register for Banking on the Future

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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

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Compliance University
September 18, 2025

 

Time's Running Out!

Credit Analyst Development Program
Begins September 22, 2025

 

Time's Running Out!
Banking on the Future
September 29-October 1, 2025

 

Bank Trainers Conference & Expo
October 7-9, 2025

 

Retail Branch Manager Development Program
Begins October 9, 2025


Directors Summit
October 15, 2025

Emerging Leaders Network Conference
October 16, 2025

 

AI in Banking Conference
October 30, 2025

 

Bank Secrecy Act Conference
November 6, 2025

 

Save the Date

Rising Star Awards
November 13, 2025

 

Financial Leaders Forum
November 20, 2025

See NJBankers.com for more event information

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Supporting Our Neighbors During Hunger Action Month

 

Our 1 Million Meals Campaign to benefit the Community FoodBank of New Jersey is in the home stretch! Together with our members, we've raised over 910,000 meals. 

 

Please help us reach our goal this September, which is Hunger Action Month. There are several ways to get involved and make an impact. 

 

Learn more here. 

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