Tyler Eck Joins CBA

from November/December 2020 GA Communities FIRST Magazine

by Community Bankers Association of Georgia

The Importance of Utilizing Multiple Marketing Platforms

CBA Announces Addition of Tyler Eck as Government and Regulatory Relations Associate

John McNair, President & CEO of Community Bankers Association of Georgia, announces the addition of Tyler Eck as Government and Regulatory Relations Associate.

Prior to joining CBA, Tyler worked as an aide for Congressman Drew Ferguson. In this position, he handled SBA, USDA, Treasury, and IRS issues for constituents and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tyler previously worked in local government, the justice system, IT, and customer service.

“Under the direction of Lori Godfrey, CBA has become one of the leading lobbying associations in Georgia. CBA’s passage of SB157 made clear the value of having a single voice for community banks. As a result, CBA’s Board of Directors directed me to further expand the association’s advocacy efforts,” stated Mr. McNair. “CBA has a very aggressive advocacy plan and Tyler’s unique blend of advocacy experience and knowledge of community banking issues will enable him to effectively communicate with legislators, regulators, and Administration officials. We are grateful to Congressman Ferguson for referring Tyler to us and look forward to his strong representation of Georgia’s community banks.”

“I was delighted about the recent addition of Tyler Eck to the CBA team as Government and Regulatory Relations Associate,” said Richy Everly, President & CEO, Bank of Wrightsville and CBA Advocacy Co-Chair. “With an impressive background that includes stellar academics along with well-rounded knowledge in business and government, I’m convinced Tyler has the skills and experience to become a major asset to Lori Godfrey and our continued advocacy efforts. Anytime we have the opportunity to bring someone of Tyler’s caliber onboard at CBA, I think it is a major win for the Association, our members, and our industry.”

“We are excited to have Tyler join the Community Bankers Association of Georgia in the in our advocacy effort. His experience and background will enable him to continue to strengthen our Governmental Relations and keep up to date on ways to improve our industry and the communities they serve. Working with Lori Godfrey and John McNair, Tyler will give great support to the CBA of Georgia,” commented Clark Hungerford, President & Chief Credit Officer, Vinings Bank, Smyrna.

Originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Tyler moved to Georgia in 2012 where he met his wife Jessica and the couple lives in Newnan. He recently graduated summa cum laude from the University of Georgia, Terry College of Business. While at UGA, Tyler served as president of the UGA ambassadors and took part in multiple experiential learning opportunities like the UGA Terry program at Oxford University, Trinity College, where he studied International Affairs and Business. He will join CBA on December 1, 2020.

CBA Associate Members –

Your Resource to Community Banking Products & Services

When Georgia’s community bankers are looking to do business, they look to CBA Associate Members first. All Associate Members are board-approved companies who offer top-notch products and services designed to help community banks succeed.

What’s more, CBA Associate Members support the association with their sponsorships, advertising, informative articles, and participation in CBA programs. We salute this group of professionals and offer our sincere gratitude!

Let CBA point you in the right direction when you have a need for a product or service. You can find Associate Members in the online directory or in the 2020 Georgia Financial Directory (Members Only Section) or in CBA’s app. Please take a moment to learn how these companies can help your bank.