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At ICBA Securities, we provide community bankers the tools to grow their investments.

ICBA Securities Corporation is a service of the ICBA Services Network®, a wholly owned subsidiary of ICBA.

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ICBA Securities Overview

ICBA Securities Corporation (ICBA Securities) a subsidiary of the ICBA (Independent Community Bankers of America) that was founded in 1989 following two years of intensive research by ICBA's Bank Services Committee.

As ICBA Securities is owned by the nation’s largest trade association for community banks, it has a commitment to return all of its profits to the industry, in the form of royalties, sponsorships, or dividends. Through 2021, it had reinvested over $49 million back into its supporting state/regional partners or into the ICBA. Six of the seven ICBA Securities board directors are leadership community bankers.

We are also proud be to the endorsed broker-dealer for over 30 community bank state associations.

Education Opportunities Through ICBA Securities

ICBA Securities provides an education platform tailored to the needs of community banks and ICBA Securities representatives attend and speak at most state community banking conferences, conducting an average of 50 educational events per year.

ICBA Securities annually hosts the ICBA Bond Academy, which equips community bank portfolio managers with the skills to maintain a high performing institution, and the ICBA Balance Sheet Academy, which is an intermediate-level program for more experienced financial managers. 

ICBA Securities also endorses and teaches at the Barret Graduate School of Banking in Memphis, Tenn. The President of ICBA Securities, Jim Reber, writes a monthly investment column for ICBA’s Independent Banker magazine.

If you would like to learn more about the organization, please contact ICBA Securities President Jim Reber at 901-262-1353 or jreber@icbasecurities.com

Current Financials

We are happy to provide you with a copy of our most recent audited financial statement. If you would like to learn more, please contact ICBA Securities President Jim Reber at 901-262-1353 or jreber@​icbasecurities.​com.

Learn How ICBA Securities Can Help Your Community Bank

For general information email us: info@icbasecurities.com
Reach us by phone at 901-262-1353

Upcoming Events

IRA Amendments - Lets Get Prepared

IRA amendments can be complex. But, understanding them is essential for compliance and effective account management.

This session explores the requirements for IRA documents, examines the differences between model agreements and prototypes, and explains why a prototype document may be used. You’ll review the latest guidance on required amendments so that by the end, you can confidently navigate these rules and provide accurate directions to your accountholders.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the purpose of IRA amendments and why they are required.
  • Identify the essential elements that must be included in an IRA document to remain compliant.
  • Discover the latest regulatory guidance for IRA document amendments.

Duration: 60-minutes

Presented live and recorded on 07/15/26.

Jul 15, 2026  | 
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  • Individual Retirement Account (IRA)

    Action Plans for Troubled Credit

    Recognizing that you have a troubled credit in your portfolio is traumatic enough. Having to deal with a declining relationship that may cause your bank a significant loss can create an outright panic. Instead of freezing or believing that things will get better on their own, now is the time to blaze the path forward to avoid a charge off.  

    The earlier you catch a troubled credit the better your options are to minimize any future loss. Learn the steps you need to take and identify the various options that are available to you in facing what is likely the most important part of being a commercial banker.  

    Learning Objectives:

    • Analyze the early warning signs of troubled credit.
    • Learn the steps to take to minimize any future loss.  
    • Setup a plan to avoid a charge off loan.  

    Duration: 60-minutes  

    Recorded July 16, 2026

    Jul 16, 2026  | 
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    Agricultural Credit Analysis Seminar

    This seminar is designed to meet the needs of agricultural lenders by identifying market issues and providing the tools to assess the borrower’s ability to navigate difficult times.

    In the last decade, the agriculture field has faced significant headwinds that have stressed many farmers and lenders alike. 

    Using the core financial statements, we will structure the analysis and borrower’s cash flow to determine the right credit structure when financing is warranted. We will also look at catching the early warning signs of deterioration and what can be done.

    Learning Objectives

    Understanding Credit Risk

    • Agriculture Market Risk
    • Agriculture Management Risk

    Financial Statement Analysis

    • Crop/Animal Statements
    • Cash Budgets

    Liquidity Management

    • Guarantor Analysis
    • Sensitivity/Stress Tests

    Agriculture Cash Flow Analysis

    • Operational Cash Flow
    • Global Cash Flow
    • Coverage Issues

    Developing the Right Credit Structure

    • Seasonal Lines
    • Term Loans
    • Carry Over Loans

    Early Warning Signs of Deterioration

    • Systemic Market Issues
    • Management Issues
    Jul 23, 2026  | 
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  • Agriculture Lending Lending

    Creating the Right Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Program for YOUR Community Bank

    Webinar: Creating the Right Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Program for YOUR Community Bank Bundle

    Jul 23, 2026  | 
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    34 State Associations Endorse ICBA Securities

    ICBA Securities is pleased to have earned the endorsement of the community bank state associations below. We participate in their educational agendas and support their advocacy efforts. We also help support their operations financially in the form of royalties and sponsorships. Click on a logo to visit an association’s website.

    For more information, please contact ICBA Securities President Jim Reber at jreber@icbasecurities.com or 901-262-1353. 

    Arkansas Bankers
    California Bankers
    Colorado Bankers
    Florida Bankers
    Georgia Bankers
    Idaho Bankers
    Iowa Bankers
    Kansas Bankers
    Louisiana Bankers
    Maine Bankers
    Maryland Bankers
    Mass Bankers
    Michigan Bankers
    Minnesota Bankers
    Missouri Bankers
    Montana Bankers
    Nebraska Bankers
    New Hampshire Bankers
    New Jersey Bankers
    New Mexico Bankers
    New York Bankers
    North Carolina Bankers
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    Ohio Bankers
    Oklahoma Bankers
    South Dakota Bankers
    Vermont Bankers
    Virginia Bankers
    Washington Bankers
    West Virginia Bankers
    Wyoming Bankers

    Board of Directors

    James Reber

    James L. Reber

    President & CEO

    ICBA Securities

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    Aza Bittinger

    Aza Bittinger

    President & CEO

    Community Bankers Association of Ohio

    Columbus

    Ohio

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    Rebeca Romero Rainey

    Rebeca Romero Rainey

    President & CEO

    ICBA

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    Kevin Tweddle

    Kevin Tweddle

    Senior Executive Vice President, Innovation

    ICBA

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    Thomas Bates Jr.

    Thomas Bates, Jr.

    ICBA At-Large Director

    President & CEO

    Legends Bank of Clarksville

    TN

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    Brenda Foster

    Brenda Foster

    ICBA At-Large Director and Federal Delegate Board Representative

    Chairman

    President and CEO

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    Craig Wanichek

    Craig Wanichek

    President & CEO

    Summit Bank

    Eugene

    OR

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    Blake Heid

    Blake Heid

    President & CEO

    First Option Bank

    Osawatomie

    KS

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    Gabe Guerra

    Gabe Guerra

    President/CEO

    Kleberg Bank

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