Accelerator Addresses Financial Well-Being ​

Mar 3, 2020
Let’s face it. We’re not living in our parents’ financial services world. In today’s immediate gratification society, our concern lies more with what’s in our account this second than where it will be next week.

Building ICBA’s Innovation Team

Feb 7, 2020
As an industry, we’re at a pivotal stage where the pace of change increases daily and digital transformation rocks our reality. But amidst everything, community bankers remain steadfast in putting the customer relationship first.

Unexpected Benefits of ICBA’s ThinkTECH Accelerator

Jan 3, 2020
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle discusses unexpected benefits of ICBA's ThinkTECH Accelerator program with community bankers John Buhrmaster of First National Bank of Scotia, N.Y., and Scott McComb of Heartland Bank in Whitehall, Ohio.

The Venture Center and ICBA: Strategically Aligned to Fuel Innovation ​

Oct 3, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle discusses ICBA's strategic alliance with The Venture Center to help fuel community bank innovation.

ThinkTECH Accelerator: Through the Lens of a Mentor

Sep 26, 2019
ICBA Bancard President and CEO Tina Giorgio reflects on her experiences as a mentor in the ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program.

Seven Questions to Ponder for Successful Fintech Partnerships

Sep 12, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle offers questions to ponder before entering into a fintech partnership.

ICBA Accelerator: Fueling Community Bank Innovation

Aug 22, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle talks with Chris Johnson of First Financial Federal and Brad Bolton of Community Spirit Bank about engaging with fintechs to deliver next-generation innovation to match consumers’ evolving digital expectations.

ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator 2.0: The Innovation Journey Continues

Aug 14, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle discusses the launch of ThinkTECH 2.0, which builds on the momentum of its inaugural accelerator program in search of the next crop of fintech breakouts to help solve today's business challenges and create future opportunities.

ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator Finalists Team Up

Aug 7, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle provides an update on ThinkTECH alumni collaborations in support of broader adoption and a more seamless user experience.

Six Essential Questions for Evaluating Bank Innovation

Jul 11, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle suggests critical questions bankers should ask when developing their innovation strategy.

Winning the Tug-of-War Between Innovation and Regulation

Jun 13, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle discusses the push and pull between fintech innovation and regulation in today's dynamic and technology-centric world.

ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator Cohort Excels with High-Tech Relationship Banking

May 31, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle notes recent industry accolades by several ThinkTECH Accelerator alumni including, Invest Sou Sou, which received Best of Show honors at this year’s Finovate Conference.

High-Tech, High-Touch Community Banking

May 8, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle shares examples of three community banks offering innovative services that align with today's 24/7 environment without losing sight of the need for interpersonal customer encounters.

Diving into Data with Accelerator Finalist KapitalWise

Mar 25, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle talks diving into data with ThinkTECH Accelerator finalist KapitalWise. Zach Pettet of nbkc in Kansas City, Mo., offers perspective on removing silos.

Empowering Banks for the Future with Accelerator Finalist Agora

Mar 16, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle talks ramping up digital services with ThinkTECH Accelerator finalist Agora.

Integrating Systems for Efficiency with Accelerator Finalist Teslar

Mar 14, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle talks maneuvering complicated processes across multiple systems and platforms with ThinkTECH Accelerator finalist Teslar. Brad Bolton of Community Spirit Bank in Red Bay, Ala., offers perspective on integrating systems for efficiency.

ThinkTECH Accelerator Finalists Gear Up for Showcase

Mar 11, 2019
With the bootcamp experience coming to a close, here's a sneak peek into what community bankers can expect during the ThinkTECH Showcase at ICBA LIVE® next week.

Expediting Commercial Loan Applications with Accelerator Finalist CRiskCo ​

Feb 28, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle talks expedited underwriting for commercial loans with ThinkTECH Accelerator finalist CRiskCo. Marty Sellars of FNBC Bank in Ash Flat, Ark., provides perspective on the need to create seamless customer experiences.

Introducing Secure Digital Transport with Accelerator Finalist Botdoc

Feb 20, 2019
ICBA's Kevin Tweddle talks remote document collection with ThinkTECH Accelerator finalist Botdoc. Marty Sellars of FNBC Bank and Stephen Wooters with Fairfield County Bank discuss the importance of keeping customer information secure.

Streamlining Digital Lending with Accelerator Finalist MK Decision

Feb 13, 2019
ICBA Bancard's Tina Giorgio profiles ThinkTECH Accelerator finalist MK Decision and its online loan origination system, creating a more seamless user experience. Community banker Stephen Wooters of Fairfield County Bank also lends his perspective.