ICBA’s Independent Banker magazine took home top honors in its category for the Association Trends 2025 TRENDY Awards.
Details: Independent Banker was awarded gold status as the best monthly trade association magazine by a panel of judges based on the strength of its editorial content, design aesthetic, and production quality. ICBA received the recognition at the Salute to Association Excellence ceremony in Washington, D.C.
Background: According to a 2024 readership survey, 96% of readers said the magazine is a trusted source of information, 91% said it provides useful coverage, and 93% said it features high-quality design.
Industry Recognition: “ICBA shares this recognition with our community bank members, whose unique and empowering stories demonstrate the positive difference they make in local communities every day,” ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said.
Access: The magazine is available on the Independent Banker website. Community bankers also can subscribe to Independent Banker’s newsletter to receive the magazine via email.