Celebrating 100 Years

Wealth Management & Trust 100th Anniversary LogoThe “Trust Company Section” of the Texas Bankers Association was created May 12, 1921, at TBA’s 37th Annual Meeting when a resolution was prepared and adopted by the membership. Today, Trust provides valuable services to Texas’ wealth management and trust industry, which is a dynamic component of the financial services sector. The industry is comprised of professional fiduciaries — institutions and individuals dedicated to providing clients with exceptional experiences in a range of wealth management products and services designed to build, preserve and transfer wealth.

News

Texas Department of Banking Issues Industry Notice on Virtual Currency Custody

6/11/2021
The increasing use of cryptocurrencies by customers has raised important questions about how regulators expect banks to manage custody of virtual currencies.

Texas Department of Banking Issues Trust Company Industry Notice

6/9/2021
The Texas Department of Banking issued Industry Notice 2021-02 and reminded state-chartered trust companies that compliance for this rule is mandatory and includes a FinCEN registration requirement.

Governor Abbott Signs Smash and Grab Bill Into Law

6/8/2021
Governor Greg Abbott signed SB 516 into law. SB 516 is TBA-supported legislation that enhances the punishment for criminals perpetrating ATM smash and grab crimes.

Justice Department Heightens Focus on Ransomware Attacks

6/3/2021
The Justice Department has announced a new effort to track and prosecute ransomware attacks against US infrastructure.

Events

Virtual Texas Trust School

Virtual, TX

07/19/2021



Due to capacity restrictions still in place at the time of scheduling, Trust School will be taking place virtual again this year.  While not ideal, we are working to make adjustments to ensure a great experience for a...

Virtual Texas Graduate Trust School

Virtual

07/19/2021



Due to capacity restrictions still in place at the time of scheduling, Trust School will be taking place virtual again this year.  While not ideal, we are working to make adjustments to ensure a great experience ...

Trust Audit & Operations Program

Virtual, TX

06/21/2021

This seminar explores a range of timely areas pertaining to trust operations and audit such as recent regulatory and legislative developments, unique assets, products and services, and other practical applications.
Questions...

Risk Issues and Compliance

Virtual

10/21/2021

2021 Wealth Management & Trust Conference

Austin

09/29/2021

The annual Wealth Management & Trust Conference is a must for wealth management and trust professionals throughout Texas and neighboring states.

Featuring top-notch speakers and materials, continuing education cre...