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Continuing the Conversation: What You Need to Know about Today’s Credit Card Rewards Programs

Mar 11, 2021
Recently, ICBA Bancard, in partnership with TCM Bank, released the white paper, “Cultivating the Strategic Value of Credit Card Rewards Programs. ICBA Bancard President & CEO Tina Giorgio continue her discussion with rewards expert Damon Moorer, president and CEO of TCM Bank, about rewards programs.

What You Need to Know about Today’s Credit Card Rewards Programs

Feb 25, 2021
Having the right rewards program to match your existing and targeted cardholder customer base is more important than ever. That’s why ICBA Bancard, in partnership with TCM Bank recently released, “Cultivating the Strategic Value of Credit Card Rewards Programs,.

Simple Steps to Start Saving for Your Financial Future

Feb 23, 2021
Studies show most Americans have too much debt and not enough savings. Being prepared doesn’t have to be a chore or a burden. With a few simple steps you can start stockpiling a nest egg that will carry you through life’s unexpected twists and turns.

Through the Fire and Flames: The Road Ahead for Community Banks

Feb 1, 2021
Economic security rapidly evaporated for many households in 2020 as the coronavirus imposed an indelible mark on our nation’s economy. While the consequences were unprecedented, data continues to affirm the vitality of community banks.

Policymakers Share Plans to Support Community Bank Innovation at ThinkTECH Summit

Jan 22, 2021
In a time of ambiguity, you take notice when there’s unilateral consensus, as was the case at last month’s ThinkTECH Policy Summit. During the summit, assembled regulators, legislators, and community bankers all agreed that community bank innovation will drive the future of financial services.

Community banks earn victories with stimulus advocacy

Jan 19, 2021
Community bankers have hit the ground running this year with another round of Paycheck Protection Program lending, Economic Impact Payment processing, and the everyday business of supporting local communities during the pandemic.

A Community Banker’s Perception of the ThinkTECH Accelerator Experience

Dec 30, 2020
In our industry if you’re not moving forward, you’re in danger of falling behind. It’s why we created the ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program—to foster community bank innovation.

Community Banking's Finest Hour

Dec 22, 2020
We have had to juggle countless responsibilities this year—to our families, to our businesses, to our communities, to each other. With so many simultaneous demands, we have had to make no shortage of sacrifices.

Know Before You Go: What to Expect from ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator 3.0

Dec 11, 2020
As we near the close of 2020, we’re all crossing our fingers and hoping that 2021 brings a stronger sense of stability and normalcy. No matter how we define it, “normal” will differ dramatically from this point forward.

Cryptocurrency Primer for Community Banks

Dec 9, 2020
Bitcoin’s market cap is larger than the economies of some of the world’s smaller nations. The prices of popular cryptocurrencies continue to soar to new heights. Meanwhile, several financial institutions and tech giants announced significant digital asset initiatives.