ICBA Education Seminars and Institutes

Experience demonstrations of the latest solutions from several of our ThinkTECH Accelerator companies from previous years. Learn about how these companies are helping community banks flourish, hear from bankers who’ve implemented these solutions in their institutions, and see how our companies continue to evolve to meet your bank’s needs.

Join ICBA experts for a quarterly update on industry news and highlights. The 75-minute briefing will include details about regulations and congressional events from inside the Capital Beltway and across the U.S. We want to hear from you; participants are encouraged to bring questions to the briefing as the ICBA experts will answer questions from community bankers during the Q&A session.

Nationwide, companies include Net Promoter Score in their performance metrics (based off the question "How likely are you to recommend Best Bank...?").

In the face of constant cybersecurity threats, it's easy to feel discouraged. Most penetration tests exploit common weaknesses and misconfigurations, mirroring real-world attack methods. But what if you could turn the tables on attackers?

Given the increasing frequency and scale of data breaches, evolving data protection laws, expanded use of electronic monitoring by employers, and integration of AI tools, understanding your employee data and its usage is crucial in managing this growing risk.

Customer journey mapping has entered the management process at institutions actively managing their customers’ experiences. However, mapping a journey is only part of the challenge.

In response to the 2023 bank failures and tightening liquidity conditions, the focus on liquidity and risk management has intensified. It is a crucial time to explore how proactive financial institutions are adopting "best practice" approaches to liquidity management.

Most people in the banking business are familiar with IRS Form 1099-INT, which deals with true interest payments (payments for the use or forbearance of money). 

The banking industry is facing continued deposit pressure after recent Federal Reserve rate hikes. The outflow of low-cost deposits and changes in deposit mix have hurt margins and raised concerns about interest rate risk (IRR).

Understanding how a bank is run as a business is crucial for the success of young bankers who are the future leaders. Preparing as you gain experience, including making valuable connections along the way, will propel you and equip you to either run a successful bank in the future or be part of one.

Each payment network has its own set of rules and regulations, and the check network is no exception. Regulation CC and the Uniform Commercial Code Article 3 and Article 4 pertain to all checks. However, the clearing path dictates which rules apply. 

Join us for this 90-minute session as we hear from four bankers and four company founders who together are improving the performance of their banks using data-driven insights. You’ll get a quick understanding of how they partnered to solve a particular challenge, how they deployed the solution and the results that they are experiencing.

The ACH Operating Rules require all participating DFIs, Third-Party Senders and Nested Third-Party Senders to conduct an assessment of the risks of their ACH activities. But “how,” is not specified. Review risk assessment best practices and learn how to maintain compliance with the requirements of your primary regulators.

Financial institutions may be overlooking key obligations under Executive Order 11246, Vietnam Era Veterans Assistance Act (VEVRAA), and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. These regulations require employers to collect and analyze specific data, prepare annual affirmative action plans, and conduct pay equity analyses. This session will identify key compliance areas and discuss best practices for achieving and maintaining compliance.

We need a new security model that adapts to the modern environment, supports the hybrid workplace, and protects people, devices, apps, and data everywhere. We must modernize our cybersecurity approach with Zero Trust, a strategy that assumes breaches are inevitable.

A business email compromise costs an organization, on average, $1.03 million for the costliest attacks. And the price is only growing.

Ensuring ransomware protection and defending against malicious attacks comes down to the defense of your endpoints – people, processes, and threat intelligence.

The government's response to the pandemic initially led to significant asset growth in the banking industry but was subsequently followed by elevated inflation and a sharp rise in interest rates. Funding cost pressures and deposit mix changes, along with credit trends in both consumer and commercial loans reflect increasing uncertainty. Explore potential outcomes and the implications if these trends continue or intensify.

This insightful dive into Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) will explore their strategic role in the banking sector. Participants will gain an understanding of how banks can sponsor ESOPs to benefit their employees while leveraging these plans as powerful tools for capital raising and growth. Learn how ESOPs can enhance loan origination efforts and create opportunities for cross-selling wealth management services.

Each method of returning a check to the Depositary Bank, whether through a return or an adjustment, has distinct advantages and potential impacts on customers.