Tag: Main Street America

Illustration by Jozefmicic/Adobe The CFPB recently issued new guidance on overdraft fees that was unanticipated by community banks. Learn what this means for the industry and how community…

Illustration by Maïté Franchi With educational sessions on hot‑button issues, inspirational speakers and beneficial networking opportunities, ICBA LIVE is the greatest community banking event in the country. Here’s…

Photo by Chris Williams As we enter a new chapter and start a new financial statement cycle, know that ICBA will be there to support you with tools,…

Photo by Juan Moyano/Stocksy The payments landscape is evolving, and customers’ needs are changing. Here’s how community banks can enhance their payments offerings. By Colleen Morrison Quick Stat…

Photo by Chris Williams One of our greatest assets is our reputation as relationship bankers. When things get tough, people want to be able to talk to their…

(L-R): Union Savings Bank’s executive vice president, Rick Judd; vice president of digital channels Chris Barlow; and director of USB Innovation Center Peter Scotch at USB’s historical Main…

First Reliance Bank’s founder and CEO Rick Saunders with his wife, Tiffany, and three children To help ease the process, First Reliance Bank offers assistance for associates who…

Photo by Nebojsa/Adobe By Lindsay LaNore, ICBA In a rapidly evolving world, it’s more important than ever to commit to lifelong learning, but it’s just as challenging to make…

Photo by Pressmaster/Adobe The skills needed to succeed in the workplace are changing, with companies placing greater value on soft skills like communication and leadership. In response, community…

Illustration by Monster Ztudio/Adobe From new fee practices to peer-to-peer fraud, keep an eye on what regulatory changes could be developing in the new year. By Mary Thorson…

Illustration by Jack Hudson We recently spoke with community bank CEOs from across the country to gain insights on how they’re proactively positioning to manage risks and take…

Elder financial abuse costs seniors billions of dollars a year. But there are tools to fight it. Photo courtesy of CRA Partners/SHCPF Billions of dollars are lost to…

Image by Worawut/Adobe By Charles Potts As we turn the page to a new year, the innovation evolution continues. ICBA is leaning into it, bringing its ThinkTECH Accelerator…

Photo by Chris Williams How we hire, retain, recruit and advance our missions amid momentous change will remain a key topic for community bank leaders and will influence…

Photo by Chris Williams People want to be a part of something bigger than themselves, and community banks provide that opportunity. Community banking is about serving the greater…

Artwork by ra2 studio/Adobe Convenience is a growing desire from consumers everywhere. Across the world, people are using super apps to send messages, purchase tickets and, of course,…

Photo by goir/Adobe The end of the year is the perfect time to share your appreciation for the hard work and successes of the year gone by. By Lindsay…

Stacy Watkins (left), president and CEO, and Hilary Nelson (right), senior vice president and director of operations and compliance, at the Las Vegas Strip. Photo by Sammy Tillery…

Illustration by Jess Rodriguez/Adobe In 2022, ICBA’s award-winning ThinkTECH Accelerator program reached more community banks with innovative solutions and partnerships than ever before. By Charles Potts, ICBA For…

Clockwise from top left: Grand Ridge National Bank, Wheaton, Ill.; Community Financial Services Bank, Benton, Ky.; Bank of Montana, Missoula, Mont.; CNB Bank, Berkeley Springs, W.Va.; Midwest Bank,…