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United Community Bank Helps Veterans Take Flight

On Oct. 4, United Community Bank in Perham, Minn., hosted a Tailgate for Troops event in the nearby city of Frazee to raise money for the Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Scott Anchin: A New Resource for Fighting Fraud

February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

What Banks Need to Know About the CFPB's Open Banking Rule

ICBA’s advocacy efforts have affected the outcome of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s open banking rule. Learn about these changes and understand which guidelines apply to your bank.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

Jim Reber: Spreading the Good News

Incremental yield can indicate relative value.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker   Growing the Community 

Michael Emancipator: ICBA Speaks Out Against One-Size-Fits-All Regulations

In the face of disproportionate compliance requirements, ICBA is advocating for threshold changes that would lighten community banks’ regulatory burden.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker   Advocacy 

Find Your Rhythm at ICBA LIVE 2025

Do you hear that? That’s the sound of community bankers across the nation heading to Nashville to learn, network and enjoy all Music City has to offer. From March 11 to 14, ICBA LIVE 2025 will bring your peers together for the world’s largest gathering of community bankers. There, you’ll be able to learn from experts in their fields about how to stay competitive, listen to dynamic and thought-provoking guest speakers, participate in roundtables and celebrate this great industry. Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect from this year’s incredible agenda.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Is Data the Key to Enhancing Bank Customer Relationships?

Conversion data from social media, websites and marketing platforms can help prove whether banks are successful in their personalization, outreach and differentiation. That—and other forms of data—could play a significant role in your marketing strategy.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker   Growing the Community 

Amplifying Nashville's Booming Businesses

ICBA members are coming to Nashville, Tenn., from across the nation for ICBA LIVE, but there are plenty of community banks already in Music City. From restaurants and bars to contracting firms and museums, Nashville’s small businesses are a top priority for community banks.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker   Lending 

OneUnited Bank Uses Tech to Bridge the Racial Wealth Gap

OneUnited Bank’s AI-powered financial wellness tool is enabling the bank’s customers to make better financial decisions and build generational wealth.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Relief From the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Community banks around the country came together to help those affected by Hurricane Helene, assisting with cleanup, donating supplies and more.
February 05, 2025 | Independent Banker  

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