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5 ISSUE 2. 2017 Tulsa, Oklahoma, so that would be our second choice. 5. Where would we find you on a typical weekend? Most weekends involve golf and getting together with friends and/or family. 6. What goals do you have as the new Chairman of the AzBA? I am fortunate to become AzBA Chairman at a time when the organization is performing well. The staff and board are very engaged and running the organization efficiently. However, the number of banks operating in Arizona continues to decline and this puts pressure on revenues since membership dues are the largest source of revenue. The participation rate amongst banks in Arizona is strong at roughly 72 percent but I am hopeful we can get this to 80 percent within the next year. My predecessor, Toby Day, was instru- mental in starting the Emerging Leader Program which I would like to further develop and enhance when our first class is finished later this year. And lastly, I would like to see higher engagement levels within the member banks, getting more individuals participating in the ABA events and activities. w Alisa Lacey » 602.212.8628 alisa.lacey@stinson.com Bob Monroe » 816.691.3351 bob.monroe@stinson.com Ernie Panasci » 303.376.8402 ernie.panasci@stinson.com Deborah Bayles » 303.376.8401 deborah.bayles@stinson.com LEGAL PARTNERS YOU CAN TRUST. Our advantage is simple —we understand the business. Stinson Leonard Street’s banking attorneys have broad experience in matters related to financial services, including commercial lending, mergers and acquisitions, regulations and compliance, litigation, bankruptcies and payment systems. Bank on our reputation and knowledge. Our Phoenix Office: 1850 North Central Ave., Suite 2100, Phoenix, AZ 85004 STINSON LEONARD STREET LLP \\ STINSON.COM \\ LAW OFFICES IN 13 U.S. LOCATIONS The choice of a lawyer is important and should not be based solely on advertisements.