Bank Independent is excited to share that Jessica Diaz, VP, Director of Learning & Development, was named Assistant School Director for the Alabama Banking School. The role of the Assistant School Director is to assist the Chairman and School Director in performing all duties in connection with the school.
“We’re thrilled to see Jessica recognized and named as the new Assistant School Director for the Alabama Banking School,” said Jason Windham, President at Bank Independent and Director for the Alabama Banking School. “Her leadership and work ethic make a positive difference in our organization, and I’m excited to continue to work with her at both Bank Independent and now, the Alabama Banking School.”
Diaz is a graduate of the Alabama Banking School and has had the honor of serving as President for the Class of 2015 and Class Director for the Class of 2023. She joined Bank Independent as the Director of Learning & Development in January of 2024, bringing over 25 years of experience working in banks across the United States.
"I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the Assistant School Director for the Alabama Banking School,” said Diaz. “This opportunity is both a privilege and a responsibility—to help shape the future of banking leadership in our state. I look forward to serving with dedication, fostering growth, and continuing the tradition of excellence that defines ABS."
About Bank Independent
Since 1947, Bank Independent has taken pride in serving the customers who count on us to be there for them when they need us most. With 33 traditional Sales Offices across North Alabama, an on-campus Deshler Tiger Branch, and the Digital Sales Office, we’re committed to providing the best service, designing the most desired products, and creating an overall excellent experience for each and every customer. As a local community bank, we believe in building relationships that run deep and last. All our team members reside in our local communities and believe in giving back through volunteering. To become part of a bank that makes a positive difference in people’s lives, visit us at bibank.com.
About Alabama Banking School
Organized in 1975 and sponsored by the Alabama Banking Association, the Alabama Banking School (ABS) has provided a planned environment for the study of banking tailored to the needs of Alabama banks for more than 50 years. The ABS uses a combination of highly qualified instructors, and a rigorous curriculum to teach bankers through a course of study spanning 24 months with three, one-week resident sessions each year and comprehensive home study in between. In the third year, students participate in the BankExec simulation, a team exercise that tests their overall grasp of banking decision-making.
