Education & Training

ICBA Community is entering its third year as a space for community bankers from across the country to talk about topics, big and small, they encounter every day. We talked to several active Community members about what they like about the forum and how it’s helped their community banks flourish.

Since 2021, Primis Works, a four-month, paid internship program at Primis Bank, has provided single mothers with training, education and mentorship to prepare them for a career in the community banking industry.

By prioritizing continuing education for their employees, community banks can build stronger teams, improve retention and stay competitive. Here are tips on how to do it without making it a major expense.

“Let’s commit to this: to identify, mentor and educate the next generation [of community bankers].”

Betty Brannock, executive vice president of risk management at Legence Bank in Eldorado, Illinois, has spent over three decades in the industry. She holds ICBA’s Certified BSA/AML Professional (CBAP) and Certified Community Bank Compliance Officer (CCBCO) credentials. She joins us to talk about leadership, compliance and how to support bankers in today’s world.

Live and on-demand webinars can help take your community bank to the next level. Here's how and why to take advantage of them.

How member-driven ICBA committees and councils power advocacy, innovation and education for community banks.

The world's largest gathering of community bankers will be inspiring, educational and invigorating. Learn about the events, speakers and celebrations that make it a must-attend event.

Serving on a community bank board carries serious responsibility. This guide explains how a structured onboarding process helps new directors understand banking fundamentals, governance expectations and risk oversight.