Summer 2022 Message from DFI Director Charlie Clark
Message from DFI Director Charlie Clark about DFI returning to "new normal" operations and our commitment to serve.
Summer 2022 news and updates from the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions.
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In This Issue
Meet DFI's Newest Program Managers
Meet Brian Guerard, Jack McClellan, and Mark Vasquez.
Charlie Clark Appointed Vice Chair of CSBS Board of Directors
DFI Director Charlie Clark was recently appointed Vice Chair of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) Board of Directors.
In Wake of Violent Robberies, State Officials and DFI Act To Protect Cannabis Retailers
How DFI is working with stakeholders and licensees to help protect cannabis retailers from robberies.
Cybersecurity in the Financial Services Industry
Ways DFI is sharing the latest cybersecurity information and resources with licensees.
2022 Washington Legislature Recap
Bills that passed of interest to DFI licensees and constituents.
Rulemaking Begins to Allow Mortgage Loan Originators to Work from their Residences
The latest on DFI rulemaking.
Implementing Change for Greater Financial Equity
Updates from DFI's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Erin Lopez Nielsen.
DFI Timeline Captures Developments in FinTech Regulation
DFI has developed an up-to-date timeline that captures all of the major developments in FinTech regulation.
DFI Expanding Spanish Financial Education Outreach With New Hire
DFI is excited to announce the arrival of our newest Communications team member, Vanessa Arita Reyes.
2022 Financial Capability Month a Success in Spite of COVID Uncertainty
Recap of 2022 Financial Capability Month.
Financial Education Expansion and Professional Development Grant Program Legislation Enacted
New legislation establishes the Financial Literacy Education Professional Development Grant Program.