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In 1899, Joseph Chapman, a note teller at the Northwestern Bank in Minneapolis, arranged a course in commercial law for a small group of bank clerks. This was the first step in a growing educational movement that led to the establishment of the American Institute of Bank Clerks (AIBC) in 1901. The name was changed to the American Institute of Banking in 1907, and today, almost a century later, AIB continues to provide quality, cost-effective education and training to bankers across America, and around the world. As the largest industry-sponsored adult education program in the world, AIB benefits over 150,000 bankers who enroll in its courses each year.
AIB programs are instructor-guided, include measurements of learning, and are designed to increase job skills and enhance knowledge. Completion of prescribed programs can lead to industry-recognized AIB diplomas and certificates, or assist in professional licensing requirements.
AIB instructors are experienced and knowledgeable professionals committed to education excellence in the financial services industry. You will learn form the best! AIB instructors are people who have experienced what they are teaching and will share how they have overcome daily challenges and have handled opportunities.
Spotlight on:
Laird Kellie
Laird Kellie, Lapeer County Bank Chief Operating Officer, has taught AIB classes for over 20 years. As a veteran banker with 41 years of experience, including teller, branch management and administration, operations, and a strong background in lending, Laird offers practical experience that comes from working in the financial industry through changing times. Laird shares stories relating to the topics he is teaching, making him a highly rated instructor. Students find him interesting and knowledgeable. Laird also teaches the Operations & Technology section at the Robert Perry School of Banking at Central Michigan University.
