ICBA Education Seminars and Institutes

ICBA CRA Solutions offers CRA Education & Training, CRA Support Services, the CRA Collaborative Peer Group, and CRA compliance programs that create safe living environments for older Americans with help from local banks.

In the ever-evolving landscape of regulatory compliance for community banks, the time is now to optimize compliance operations. OneSumX® Reg Manager, from ICBA Preferred Service Provider Wolters Kluwer, will be highlighted as a powerful solution for regulatory change management automation.

Make informed credit decisions by developing your ability to evaluate a consumer loan request. This program covers the application process, financial statement analysis, credit analysis, loan structure, compliance, documentation procedures, and closing.

ICBA's Commercial Lending Institute teaches you a comprehensive understanding of the complex and multifaceted commercial lending process. From navigating intricate credit evaluations to addressing regulatory and legal considerations, commercial lending requires a keen eye for detail and strategic thinking.

In today's fast-paced business world, quickly analyzing large data sets is essential, especially in banking. With vast amounts of data at our fingertips, we can generate insights to guide decision-making. Best of all, effective data analytics can often be achieved using tools you likely already have, like Microsoft Excel.

Navigating and interpreting tax returns can be a complex and daunting task for bank personnel. It is critical you possess the knowledge and tools needed to confidently analyze both personal and business tax returns for lending purposes.

Build a proactive mindset in identifying concerning trends that, if left unaddressed, could lead to a bank loss. A past due payment is not an early warning sign. It’s an indication that you have already missed the opportunity to assist your client.

Explore the key updates in NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0—the U.S. government’s leading guidance for managing cybersecurity risk. New elements include expanded focus on governance, supply chain risk management, and measurable cybersecurity outcomes.

Topic: Balance Sheet Strategies for the Current Environment

The storm clouds of an economic downturn that were on the horizon seem to be making their way to shore. Your Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) model has yet to experience a falling rate environment – how will it perform in the evaluation of potential credit and capital exposures? What do you need to do to prepare?

As the regulatory environment around digital assets continues to evolve, ICBA has taken an active role in shaping legislation establishing a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. ICBA is engaging heavily with key policymakers in Washington as digital assets policy is developed to ensure the critical role of community banks is preserved.

Topic: Liquidity and Sensitivity

Stifel’s Financial Institutions Strategy Group will host its Quarterly Strategy Webinar for Banks on August 7 at 1 p.m. ET.

Master the necessary financial analysis skills needed by today's credit analysts and the additional expertise vital to a community bank's overall lending success.

Ensure the physical safety of your bank, staff, and customers. Cover everything from the basics of bank security to some situations you may not have even prepared for.

Many outside community bank directors seek a clearer understanding of what it takes to be a great outside director. The question "What makes a great outside director?" is simple, while the answer is not. There are multiple factors and considerations that contribute to the effectiveness of a great outside director.

ICBA membership assists with the cost of an internal employee climate research program designed specifically for your bank.

In today’s competitive banking landscape, many institutions struggle to create a cohesive sales environment that fosters long-term customer relationships and drives consistent growth. This session takes a “recipe card” approach, outlining the key ingredients for relationship-driven success and exploring how banks are adapting to the evolving market.

In today’s evolving regulatory landscape, financial institutions must go beyond check-the-box compliance to build resilient, risk-based BSA programs. Take a deep dive into the core pillars of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance and ensure your financial institution is prepared for its next BSA exam.

Real estate lending is often the most difficult type of lending to do correctly. There are numerous challenges in financing real estate, not the least of which is understanding the various types of real estate and the embedded risk. This seminar walks through underwriting and structure of construction financing, investment real estate, owner occupied real estate, multifamily, residential development, as well as specialty use.