Rotarian and local banker Kenneth Early provided the program on the Banking Program now offered at Schreiner University.

Kenneth had the idea for a program which would bolster the potential workforce for community banks, and to provide an opportunity for students to gain knowledge and experience in the banking industry. Charlie McCormick, the President at Schreiner was interested in the idea but didn’t have the instructors or budget available for a new program.
As luck would have it, former banker Dr. Tom Simpson retired to Kerrville and was looking to get involved in the community and this opportunity arose. In addition, several grants from Banking Associations were provided to fund the start up of the program. Schreiner University now offers a Banking minor within the Business major for degree program students. Summer internships with local banks are provided after the sophomore and junior years, allowing the students to gain valuable experience and to determine if banking is the career choice for them. The internships have the potential to lead to full time employment after graduation.
A banking certificate program is also available for employees already in the banking industry, to upgrade their skills and take on more challenging tasks in their workplace.
Although it seems like there are plenty of banks in the area, statistics show that the banks are understaffed. Finding employees is a difficult task, and the number of educated and qualified banking personnel desiring to come to Kerrville is limited. This program should help fill the gap in banking employment, and hopefully provide another reason for young professionals to call Kerrville and the Hill Country home.