James S.

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  • FMS Bank

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Volunteer Experience

  • Western States Director Education Foundation Graphic

    Member Board of Directors

    Western States Director Education Foundation

    - Present 1 year 10 months

    Education

    The Western States Director Education Foundation is a non-profit entity dedicated to helping community banks continue to thrive through an annual Symposium that serves to educate and promote awareness of timely industry issues for community bank board directors and senior executives in the Rocky Mountain, Southwestern and Midwestern regions of the country. The board volunteers their time and are dedicated to providing a valuable and exceptional program every autumn. In addition, a percentage of…

    The Western States Director Education Foundation is a non-profit entity dedicated to helping community banks continue to thrive through an annual Symposium that serves to educate and promote awareness of timely industry issues for community bank board directors and senior executives in the Rocky Mountain, Southwestern and Midwestern regions of the country. The board volunteers their time and are dedicated to providing a valuable and exceptional program every autumn. In addition, a percentage of the Symposium’s proceeds are reinvested in the industry through financial contributions to bank associations and other educational institutions to support their educational efforts. More specifically, the Foundation strives to:

    Serve as a principal source of director education
    Elevate director and executive knowledge of emerging issues
    Provide relaxed atmosphere to share ideas and network
    Serve as a conduit for directors to learn of regulatory expectations
    Advance director understanding of corporate governance

  • Treasurer

    GREELEY ROTARY CLUB

    - Present 3 years 1 month

  • The American Legion Graphic

    Member

    The American Legion

    - Present 12 years 2 months

    Poverty Alleviation

  • YMCA OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS Graphic

    Chairman - 2012

    YMCA OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

    - 7 years 1 month

    Children

    One of four original founding board members of the Northwest Arkansas YMCA.
    2005- Idea of YMCA in Northwest Arkansas
    2006- Feasibility Study
    2007- Capital Campaign
    2011- Joint Partnership with Mercy Health of NWA
    2011- Open 1st full-service YMCA in Northwest Arkansas - NWA Mercy Family YMCA

  • Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce Graphic

    Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors

    Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce

    - 2 years 1 month

  • Citizens Police Academy

    City of Bentonville Police Department

    - 6 months

    10 weeks

  • VISIT BENTONVILLE Graphic

    Commissioner for Bentonville A & P Commission

    VISIT BENTONVILLE

    - 2 years 7 months

    Arts and Culture

    The A & P Commission is the governing body of the Bentonville Convention & Visitors Bureau. Commissioners must live in Bentonville, be an eligible voter in Bentonville, and also meet one of the seven criteria for a commissioners position, i.e. hotelier, restauranteaur, city council member, or at large-general business person. The seven commissioners meet every fourth Thursday of the month and review financials including tax collections and delinquent accounts, CVB operations, and tourism…

    The A & P Commission is the governing body of the Bentonville Convention & Visitors Bureau. Commissioners must live in Bentonville, be an eligible voter in Bentonville, and also meet one of the seven criteria for a commissioners position, i.e. hotelier, restauranteaur, city council member, or at large-general business person. The seven commissioners meet every fourth Thursday of the month and review financials including tax collections and delinquent accounts, CVB operations, and tourism funding requests when applicable.

Courses

  • A CEO's Perspective on Bank Management

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  • Asset and Liability Management

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  • Bank Directors I Workshop

    Arkansas Bankers Assc.

  • Bank Directors II Workshop

    Arkansas Bankers Assc.

  • Bank Financial Analysis Level 2

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  • Bank Management Simulation

    26 hours

  • Banking Small Business

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  • Bond Academy 2016

    ICBA Securities

  • Business Law and Financial Institutions

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  • Case Studies

    FSHS 836

  • Changing Demographics

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  • Commercial Lending

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  • Commercial Lending Level 2

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  • Commercial Real Estate Lending

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  • Compliance

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  • Economics for Community Bankers

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  • Effective Decision Making

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  • Enhancing Shareholder Value

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  • Enterprise Risk Management

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  • Estate Planning

    FSHS 764

  • Families, Employment Benefits, & Retirement Planning

    FSHS 760

  • Improving Customer Relationships

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  • Insurance Planning

    FSHS 766

  • Investment Planning

    FSHS 762

  • Leadership and Communication Excellence

    University of Arkansas Cr

  • Marketing Financial Services

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  • Personal Income Taxation

    FSHS 772

  • Portfolio Management

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  • SBA Lending

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  • SEQ Not IQ: The Key to Leadership

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  • Talent Management

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  • The Business of Retail Banking

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  • The Future of Community Banks

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  • The Mindset Behind the Effective Use of Technology

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  • The Principles of Persuasion & Influence

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  • Understanding Corporate Culture

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Projects

  • NWA Mercy Family YMCA

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    Our Cause Defines Us

    We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

    Our Strength is in Community

    The Y is a nonprofit like no other. That’s because in 10,000 neighborhoods across the nation, we have the…

    Our Cause Defines Us

    We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

    Our Strength is in Community

    The Y is a nonprofit like no other. That’s because in 10,000 neighborhoods across the nation, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but deliver, positive change.
    •The Y is community centered. For nearly 160 years, we’ve been listening and responding to our communities.
    •The Y brings people together. We connect people of all ages and backgrounds to bridge the gaps in community needs.
    •The Y nurtures potential. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
    •The Y has local presence and global reach. We mobilize local communities to effect lasting, meaningful change.

    Our Impact is Felt Every Day

    With a mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all, our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.

Honors & Awards

  • Award for Patriotic Service

    State of Missouri Governor, Michael L. Parson

    Given on behalf of the State of Missouri and the United States of America, for your bravery, selfless service and dedication in serving our country during the Gulf War.

  • Outstanding Bank Management Simulation Team Award

    Graduate School of Banking at Colorado

    Recipient of the 2013 Graduate School of Banking Outstanding Bank Management Simulation Team Award

Organizations

  • International Mountain Biking Association

    Member

    - Present

  • Non-Commissioned Officer Association

    Life Member

    - Present

    The Non Commissioned Officers Association, more commonly known as NCOA, is a federally-chartered, non-profit, 501(c)(19) Military Service Organization (Federal ID # 74-1394421). NCOA is currently a strong voice on Capitol Hill and with the Veterans Administration, and our members around the world are making a difference in their local communities. Please check out our website and see the great benefits and advantages there are to being an NCOA member and always remember – there is “Strength in…

    The Non Commissioned Officers Association, more commonly known as NCOA, is a federally-chartered, non-profit, 501(c)(19) Military Service Organization (Federal ID # 74-1394421). NCOA is currently a strong voice on Capitol Hill and with the Veterans Administration, and our members around the world are making a difference in their local communities. Please check out our website and see the great benefits and advantages there are to being an NCOA member and always remember – there is “Strength in Unity!”

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