Lonnie Talbert Named CEO of the ATM Industry Association
The ATM Industry Association (ATMIA) recently announced the appointment of its new CEO Lonnie Talbert, Past President of the New Mexico Bankers Association. He will succeed long-time incumbent CEO Mike Lee following his retirement at the end of June.
For over three decades, Talbert has enjoyed an extensive and successful career in Financial Services, including leading large Fortune 500 companies, encompassing several high-level executive roles. He was most recently President of the New Mexico Bankers Association and has been a member of numerous ABA committees and the ePay board of directors. During his varied career, he has held public office and traveled widely in North America and abroad, promoting economic development and best practice. Lonnie received his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Jacksonville University.
“I am honored and humbled to succeed Mike Lee as CEO of ATMIA and am excited to continue the work carried out by Mike and his wonderful team, supported by leadership from our Board of Directors and backed by a strong membership base, educating, connecting and advocating together to grow our whole industry,” Talbert commented. “It is important that we continue to ensure inclusivity and access for all to cash, and numerous value-added services, through a strong global network of ATMs.”
He has led teams as small as 50 and as large as 1,000+ to operate in unison around the organizational mission,delivering consistent bottom-line results for boards of directors, key stakeholders, employees, and customers, while leveraging technology and digitalization in effective business operations and service/product delivery. Previously in his career, he was President and Chief Operating Officer for Southwest Capital Bank, Senior Vice President, Consumer Market Executive for Bank of America, EVP, Operations and Technology for First Community Bank and President for Citi Cards.
Recently, Talbert was awarded the Chairman’s Distinguished Service Award at the Annual Dinner of the Albuquerque Leadership in Economic Development Awards. In 2016, Albuquerque Business First news magazine selected him as the Top COO. He was recognized as an influential power broker by New Mexico Business Weekly in 2012.
“I would like to extend a warm-hearted welcome to Lonnie into his demanding and rewarding position as CEO of a global trade association,” commented Mike Lee. “I feel totally at ease in handing over the reins to such a proven capable and dynamic leader. He will have a great board of directors to guide him, a superb team of staff and colleagues, well-oiled systems and processes to help him deliver results and a worldwide membership to support him. Lonnie will take ATMIA and the ATM industry far down the road of progress towards our 2050 vision of continued pre-eminence in the self-service sector of financial services.”
Wells Fargo Donates $50,000 to Support Wildlife Relief Efforts
Wells Fargo & Company announced a $50,000 donation from the Wells Fargo Foundation to the All Together NM Fund and the Santa Fe Community Foundation’s Resiliency Fund, directing support to New Mexicans impacted by wildfires burning across the state. The funds, delivered through the Santa Fe Community Foundation, will be distributed to affected New Mexico communities in coordination with local organizations for emergency shelter, food and water distribution, and access to medical support.
Wells Fargo will focus $10,000 of the donation on the Calf Canyon and Hermits Peak fires in the Las Vegas, New Mexico area and also $10,000 to the Village of Ruidoso,where the McBride Fire caused considerable damage and loss of life,as well as impacts to the bank’s branch and employees. The remaining $30,000 will be used for statewide relief efforts.
“The wildfires have impacted so many New Mexicans in various ways at a time when our residents are already experiencing economic hardships,” said David Hockmuth, regional banking director, Wells Fargo. “We hope this donation will improve the lives of those directly affected by this natural disaster so that they do not have to worry about basic necessities when they should be focused solely on rebuilding and recovery.”
Launched by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham in collaboration with the New Mexico Coalition of Community Foundations at the outset of the pandemic, the All Together NM Fund has awarded over $3 million in grants to food banks, food pantries, and small businesses across the state since March of 2020. The board of the Coalition of Community Foundations voted last month to approve the use of the fund to support New Mexico communities impacted by ongoing wildfires. One of the first priorities has been to provide emergency shelter for New Mexicans displaced by wildfires and evacuations.
Paul DiPaola, U.S. Bank New Mexico Region President, Announces Retirement
After 39 years in banking, Paul DiPaola, U.S. Bank New Mexico region president, announced his retirement effective June 3, 2022.
The veteran banker led 24 branches and over 200 employees throughout the state of New Mexico. He was named region president in 2011, following roles in bank administration, marketing and commercial lending. DiPaola has been with U.S. Bank and its predecessor companies since 1994.
“Paul is an excellent leader and has developed a first-class team in New Mexico,” said Liesl Schmidt, region executive for U.S. Bank. “Throughout his career, he has been an invaluable asset to the bank and his peers, clients, and community.”
DiPaola earned a business administration degree from Eastern New Mexico University and is a graduate of the New Mexico School of Banking and Leadership New Mexico. In 2018, he was named as a Leader New Mexico Distinguished Alumnus.
Deeply committed to the community, DiPaola has served on the boards of almost every major business-related organization in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and in other cities across New Mexico. He is a member of the New Mexico Amigos and currently serves as a board member for the Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce and Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance. Additionally, he is an Albuquerque Community Foundation Trustee. Paul served as NMBA President from 2015-2016.
