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Livestream

CRA Foundations for Small Banks Seminar

  • Oct 21, 2026
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  • Seminar
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  • CPE Credits: 4.50
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Date: Information  Livestream events are Central Time / In-person events are location's local time.
Wednesday, Oct 21

12:00 PM – 12:10 PM

Welcome and Introductions

Meet your presenters and fellow participants. This brief opening session will provide an overview of the program, learning objectives, and an opportunity for bankers to introduce themselves and share their institution's type, asset size, and CRA responsibilities.

12:10 PM – 01:10 PM

CRA Foundations and Regulatory Framework

Build a strong foundation in CRA by exploring the purpose of the regulation, its history, regulatory agencies, potential ratings, and the consequences of noncompliance. Participants will also learn how CRA requirements vary by asset size and gain a practical understanding of the populations and communities CRA is designed to serve.

01:10 PM – 02:00 PM

Assessment Areas, Geographies, and CRA Loan Products

Learn how to define, evaluate, and maintain compliant CRA assessment areas. This session covers low- and moderate-income borrowers and geographies, geocoding, census tract analysis, qualifying loan categories, and practical exercises to help bankers identify CRA-eligible opportunities within their markets.

02:00 PM – 02:15 PM

Break

02:15 PM – 03:00 PM

Public Files, Disclosures, and the Small Bank Lending Test

Gain a practical understanding of CRA public file requirements, branch disclosures, public evaluations, and complaint management. The session also provides an overview of the Small Bank Lending Test, including loan-to-deposit ratios, assessment area concentration, borrower and geographic distributions, and examiner expectations. Interactive case study discussions will reinforce key concepts.

03:00 PM – 04:00 PM

Building and Managing an Effective CRA Program

Translate regulatory requirements into a sustainable CRA program. Learn how to establish effective CRA governance, assign ownership, prepare for growth into the Intermediate Small Bank category, leverage CRA management tools, and develop meaningful self-assessments and performance context documentation. The session concludes with practical strategies to strengthen exam readiness and long-term CRA performance.

Program Wrap-Up and Q&A

Time permitting, participants will have an opportunity to ask questions, discuss common challenges, and identify next steps for enhancing their institution's CRA program.

Audience Price

ICBA Member

 $ 395.00

Non-Member

 $ 495.00

*Attendance may be subject to ICBA approval.
For attendance and cancellation policies see Disclaimers

Who should attend:

Ag Lending, Commercial Lending, Operations - Loan, Risk Management, Chief Risk: i.e. Compliance, Risk, Audit Officer

Prerequisites:

Bank knowledge of bank compliance

Advanced Preparation:

None

Program Level:

Intermediate

Field of Study:

Specialized Knowledge

Delivery Method:

 Group Live

Continuing Professional
Education (CPE) Credit Hours:

4.50 hrs

Carmen Ramirez

Carmen Ramirez

Director, CRA Support Services

ICBA CRA Solutions

Mayté Rivera

Director, CRA Support Services

Attendance and Cancellation Policy

  • Full payment is required prior to event attendance.
  • Registration fee is valid for only the individual registered. Each attendee must register.
  • A substitute registration will be accepted. Please notify ICBA Education if registration needs to be changed.
  • If registration is cancelled more than 30 days prior to the event start date, you will receive a full refund.
  • If cancellation is within 30 days prior to the event start date, 20 percent of the registration fee paid will be deducted for costs.
  • No refunds will be issued once the bank has received event materials or after the event start date.
  • If the program is canceled by ICBA, ICBA’s liability is limited to the registration fee.
  • All rights are reserved by ICBA. No recording or distribution of the content is permitted unless expressly agreed by ICBA.

This event is not recorded. For more information, call 800-422-7285 or email education@icba.org.

Continuing Professional Education Credit (CPE) Requirements

To receive full CPE credit for ICBA livestream events you must meet the following requirements:

  • Enter your full name when joining the event in Zoom. Your Zoom session must display your full name and match the registration.

  • Attend the livestream session with camera on for the duration of the session. NOTE - If attending by phone audio only, no CPE will be awarded due to participant’s inability to respond to poll questions.

  • Participate in all group activities and breakout rooms.

  • Answer all poll questions displayed during the session. If you are unable to answer the poll questions within the poll feature, submit your answer in the chat.

  • In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, CPE credits have been granted based on a 50-minute hour.


For more information, call 800-422-7285 or email education@icba.org.

Code of Conduct

Registration, attendance, or participation at this event constitutes an agreement to adhere to the ICBA code of conduct and complaint policy. ICBA aims to be welcoming, safe, and inclusive to all participants, with the most varied and diverse backgrounds possible.

As such, the Independent Community Bankers of America (“ICBA” or the “Association”) has adopted a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

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Suitcasing Policy

Suitcasing is the act of soliciting business by non-exhibiting companies during the event or in other public spaces, including another company's booth, a convention center, or a hotel lobby. It is ICBA event management's objective to do everything legally possible to protect its exhibitors and community banker attendees from suitcasing.

Recording Disclaimer

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NASBA Statement

ICBA Education is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its web site: www.NASBARegistry.org.