Independent Community Bankers of America

The #ICBAThinkTECH #Accelerator is now accepting applications for our next cohort! Don’t miss your chance to connect directly with community bank executives and learn what they need most from technology partners. 🚀 Applications are due March 31, 2026. f6s.com/icba-thinktech…

As we continue to adapt to the shifting environment in Washington, we have important news to share about our upcoming #ICBASummit: The summit is now scheduled for April 29 - May 1 at the Grand Hyatt Washington. More updates to come. icba.org/capital-summit

We’d love to hear about the amazing ways your bank is supporting the community! Nominate your bank for the 2026 National Community Bank Service Awards and let’s celebrate those making a difference. Learn more and submit your nomination here: icba.org/national-commu…

ICBA urged regulators gathered for an Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act outreach meeting to tailor regulation and supervision to reform regulations that are outdated, unnecessary, or unduly burdensome for community banks. federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pre…

March is National Credit Education Month — a reminder that understanding your credit puts you in control. Check your report, fix errors, and take steps to improve your score. #FinancialLiteracy #CreditHealth #SmartCredit @ICBA

Unlock the latest trends and benchmarks in community bank compensation and benefits—empowering your team with data to attract and retain top talent. Explore the ICBA Compensation & Benefits Report today: icba.org/icba-compensat…

The @federalreserve announced that this week certain coin distribution locations are now fulfilling penny orders. Learn more: frbservices.org/resources/fina…

“A lot of this has not been tested. This is again why we stress to the Fed, ‘If you want to go down this road, make it a true experiment,’” Laverdure says. “The public, the banking system should be able to see how well this experiment was conducted. Did it actually achieve the outcomes that were expected? And if it didn’t, well then that should be the end of it.” @ICBA

We thank House and Senate lawmakers for introducing several bills that continue advancing the legislative debate over strengthening our nation’s deposit insurance system to ensure community banks can continue supporting the needs of local communities. icba.org/w/icba-thanks-…

Catch up on the latest insights from ICBA experts on digital assets, regulatory relief, the farm bill, and more. Watch the Community Bank Briefing recording here: icba.org/p/icba-communi…

The @USTreasury Department announced the AI Innovation Series consisting of four roundtables that will bring together financial institutions, technology firms, regulators, and experts to explore artificial intelligence use cases. Learn more: home.treasury.gov/news/press-rel…

Join us April 15–16 for our first Innovation session of the year. During this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to: ☑️ Assess your innovation strategy ☑️ Prioritize emerging technologies ☑️ Make informed build/buy/partner decisions Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and walk away with actionable insights you can apply at your institution. Register today: icba.org/p/innovation-w…

What’s shaping the future of community banking? WMA's Heather Sugg shares her insights from @ICBA Live, including standout ThinkTech demos, practical fintech solutions, and the growing urgency around stablecoins. Read her blog here: hubs.ly/Q0484Z8H0 #ICBALive

Past ICBA Chairman Robert “Bob” Barsness of Edina, Minn., passed away at the age of 81. Barsness worked at Prior Lake State Bank for 45 years, retiring as president in 2014, and served as ICBA chairman in 1999-2000. ICBA expresses its deepest condolences to Barsness’s family and gratitude for his tireless service on behalf of the nation’s community banks.

Join fellow bank directors for exclusive insights at the ICBA Bank Directors Forums—designed with your busy schedule in mind. Reserve your spot for the first session on Thursday, April 2: icba.org/p/director-for…

President Donald Trump published a national policy framework for artificial intelligence, recommendations that he wants Congress to turn into legislation. See the framework here: whitehouse.gov/wp-content/upl…

From designing branches that blend technology and personal touch to offering novel payment solutions, the latest issue of #IndependentBanker explores retail banking trends for 2026: independentbanker.org/w/6-retail-ban…

Unlock the latest trends and benchmarks in community bank compensation and benefits—empowering your team with data to attract and retain top talent. Explore the ICBA Compensation & Benefits Report today: icba.org/icba-compensat…

We’d love to hear about the amazing ways your bank is supporting the community! Nominate your bank for the 2026 National Community Bank Service Awards and let’s celebrate those making a difference. Learn more and submit your nomination here: icba.org/national-commu…

Federal banking regulators requested comment on three proposals to update regulatory capital rules. The agencies requested comments on the proposals by June 18. Learn more: fdic.gov/news/press-rel…

Another unchecked credit union is acquiring an out-of-state community bank branch. The illusion that credit unions are community champions must come to an end. icba.org/w/credit-union…