American Bankers Association (ABA)
Edward L. Yingling, President and CEO
Founded in 1875 and based in Washington, D.C., the American Bankers Association brings together banks of all sizes and charters into one association. ABA works to enhance the competitiveness of the Nation’s banking industry and strengthen America’s economy and communities. Its members represent over 95 percent of the industry’s assets and employ more than 2 million people. Edward L. Yingling became President and CEO of ABA in 2005, but had been at ABA for 20 years, with responsibility for the legislative, legal, regulatory, tax, and policy development activities of the association. The following is from September 30, 2009, hearings before the…
