Minnesota Bankers Association

10/16/2026

Please share this important alert with your staff and customers!

Scammers are using our name, address, and logo in letters demanding that Minnesotans pay upfront fees in exchange for a later payment or “release” of large amounts of money.

This is a scam. Commerce does not charge consumers fees and will never solicit money from individuals.

Fraudsters may also impersonate the FBI, fraud helplines, and other government agencies, sometimes demanding additional payments to investigate a scam or recover lost money.

How to protect yourself:

-Never pay an upfront fee to receive promised funds or recover lost money.
-Verify requests using contact information from an agency’s official website.
-Never provide personal or financial information through unverified websites or unsolicited messages.

Learn more about scams and how to report them here: https://mn.gov/commerce/money/consumer/financial-journey/avoid-fraud.jsp

10/15/2026

Don't miss the ABA Agriculture Bankers Conference!

This year’s conference program will help you strategize at a higher level to navigate federal policies, national hot-topic issues, talent development and emerging technologies that will affect you and the future-focused decisions you need to make. Best part - it's being held here in Minnesota!

For details: https://zurl.co/fA47K

10/14/2026

A random phone call from someone claiming to be your bank? Don't let scammers interrupt game night. Just hang up. Now you're a . Learn more at BanksNeverAskThat.com

10/12/2026

EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT: Stepping Up to Supervisor

So you’ve done it! You have excelled as an individual contributor and now it’s time to move into a supervisory role. Now what? Make your move into your new supervisor position smoother and more successful with this one-day class and gain all the skills and insights you need to lead with confidence and conviction.

For more info: https://zurl.co/b1V6P

10/09/2026

It's been a perfect week at the Commercial Lending School. Congratulations to the 2026 class for a great week of learning and sharing!

10/07/2026

The Advanced Commercial Lending School wrapped up this afternoon. This class is held every three years and focuses heavily on case studies.

Congrats to this year’s bankers for a successful session!

10/07/2026

If you checked any box — stop. Verify.
Scammers are sophisticated. But you can learn how to protect your money and yourself: https://zurl.co/cxxDa

10/06/2026

What a great way to wrap up Community Impact Month!

Giving back is at the heart of what it means to be a bank. It’s about showing up, building connections, supporting local organizations, investing in our neighborhoods, and creating opportunities for the people and communities we serve. This happens not only during September, but all year long.

Take a look at what some of our Minnesota banks were doing the final week of Community Impact Month.

10/05/2026

We'd like to recognize and thank tellers & frontline staff for your expert customer service, attention to detail, and warm smiles that you provide to your customers every day.

10/01/2026

Scammers love to create urgency. Real banks don't. Take a breath. Call your bank to verify. Become a : https://zurl.co/iGF3F