Community Bankers Saddle Up for Fort Worth Convention in September

Community bankers from across the state will gather in Fort Worth later this month for the Independent Bankers Association of Texas’ 51st Annual Convention, a perfect opportunity for education, networking and inspiration for those shaping the future of Texas community banking. Set for September 20–23 at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel, the convention will feature … Read more

Texas Bankers Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Inductees

On January 3, the Texas Bankers Hall of Fame announced its 2025 inductees who will be honored at the 12th Annual Texas Bankers Hall of Fame Gala, May 1 on the campus of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. Five iconic bankers—Sam H. Burris Jr., Charles G. Cooper, Harvey P. Hartenstine, Robert W. “Bobby” Hoxworth … Read more

Texas Banking Commissioner Cooper Concludes Service on Financial Stability Oversight Council

On December 31, 2022, Charles G. Cooper, commissioner of the Texas Department of Banking, completed his third consecutive two-year term serving on the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC). The CSBS has appointed Adrienne A. Harris, superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services, to succeed Cooper. Title … Read more

Texas Banking Commissioner Re-appointed to FSOC

The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) has re-appointed Texas Department of Banking Commissioner Charles G. Cooper to serve as the state banking representative on the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC). This is his third consecutive term as the state banking representative. “In today’s dynamic environment, regulatory coordination is critical for a safe and well-functioning financial system. Commissioner Cooper … Read more

Texas Banking Commissioner Cooper Re-Appointed to FSOC

The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) has re-appointed Texas Department of Banking Commissioner Charles G. Cooper to serve his second two-year term as the state banking representative on the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC). Title I of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act created the FSOC to monitor the safety and stability … Read more