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5 payments trends you should know about

The payments landscape is evolving, and customers’ needs are changing. Here’s how community banks can enhance their payments offerings.
January 01, 2023 | Independent Banker   Payments 

Expanding horizons with cross-country branches

Community banks across the nation are breaking into markets outside their typical areas of operation. Here’s how four banks are successfully finding new locations, acquiring new customers and bringing convenience to existing ones.
January 01, 2023 | Independent Banker   Growing the Community 

CEO Roundtable: Ideas for a successful 2023

We recently spoke with community bank CEOs from across the country to gain insights on how they’re proactively positioning to manage risks and take advantage of growth opportunities in the coming year.
January 01, 2023 | Independent Banker  

Enhancing content with AI

From grammar suggestions to content ideation, artificial intelligence has evolved to be an asset for marketing industries. Learn how AI can enhance the work of community banks’ marketing teams of all sizes.
January 01, 2023 | Independent Banker   Growing the Community 

What are power skills?

The skills needed to succeed in the workplace are changing, with companies placing greater value on soft skills like communication and leadership. In response, community banks have an opportunity to revisit hiring policies and training programs.
January 01, 2023 | Independent Banker  

7 smart strategies during economic uncertainty

In the face of a possible recession, preparation and proactivity are key to making the most of economic uncertainty. Consultants, community bank leaders and other industry observers provide their tips for tightening up your community bank’s finances, increasing revenue streams and preparing customers for what’s ahead.
January 01, 2023 | Independent Banker  

How To Boost your CRA Efforts with Zogo

SPONSORED | In an ever-changing digital age, don’t keep your CRA programs analog. Zogo’s mobile-first solution can help you modernize your approach. Read to learn how digital-first financial education can boost your CRA efforts!
January 01, 2023 | Independent Banker  

Romero Rainey: ICBA, community bankers stand together in 2022

ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said ICBA and community bankers this year proved once again to be effective advocates in Washington.
December 23, 2022 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Community Bank Awareness Interchange Lending 

Boston Fed, MIT end CBDC research project

The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and MIT concluded their joint Project Hamilton research project into the technical feasibility of a potential U.S. central bank digital currency.
December 23, 2022 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Digital Assets Technology 

Toomey bill would allow Fed master accounts for stablecoin issuers

Retiring Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) introduced legislation on stablecoin regulation, contributing to the debate over crypto oversight that will resume during the next Congress.
December 23, 2022 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Digital Assets 

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