ICBA Education Seminars and Institutes

Want to meet ICBA? We want to meet you too! We encourage you and your colleagues to join us for an informative and interactive webinar. You’ll learn how to make the most of your new ICBA membership by taking full advantage of all the benefits ICBA has to offer.

Brokered deposits are a key funding source for community banks, helping diversify their funding mix. This session will cover the legal framework for brokered deposits, including the FDIC’s proposed rules from 2024, along with current industry trends. We will also explore reciprocal deposits, a valuable tool for attracting and retaining large deposit customers.

The farm economy is facing its toughest challenges since 1981, with soaring input costs and falling commodity prices. Crop farmers, in particular, are struggling with low liquidity after holding harvests for two years in hopes of better prices. And bankers are also concerned about continuing to extend credit to struggling borrowers. Attendees will explore the current farm economy, identify key risks in agricultural lending, and gain essential credit insights for lending to farm entities in order to make more informed and confident lending decisions in the future.

Is your bank considering raising capital? With the current banking environment, it is important that your board understands all available options. This session will explore various capital raising strategies, including bank stock loans, subordinated debt, common and preferred stock sales, and other “equity-like” instruments. Commit to a better banking future and gain insights from both business and legal perspectives to help guide your decision-making process.

The rules and regulations governing IRAs, HSAs, and other tax favored savings accounts are constantly evolving, making it difficult to stay informed. Industry experts will provide you with a comprehensive update on recently proposed legislation and regulatory changes that could impact your organization and clients. Stay ahead of the curve and ensure you're equipped with the latest information to navigate these changes effectively.

Commercial banking is dynamic, with each day presenting new challenges. Success hinges on identifying the best solutions to your clients' cash shortfalls across various industries, from real estate to manufacturing. The key to success in commercial banking is identifying the best approaches to solving your client's biggest issue, solving their cash shortfall.

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.

Banks face increasing pressure to make sound lending decisions while adhering to evolving regulations. This makes it essential for professionals to understand the key factors—such as the 5 Cs of credit—and the complex compliance requirements that govern consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending.

Almost every organization is increasingly relying on vendors, service providers, SaaS and cloud solutions, and other third parties to execute their operational strategies. Accordingly, the focus of your business continuity plans must shift toward third-party management. How can you be sure that the continuity and disaster recovery (DR) capabilities of your third parties align with your own organization’s requirements? Do you and your third parties have a mutual understanding of each other’s requirements and capabilities, let alone a cohesive plan to respond to incidents?

ICBA's Marketing Resource Center (MRC) is your go-to source for customizable marketing materials designed to help your bank stand out—during Community Banking Month and beyond.

Don't re-invent the wheel! ICBA membership includes a benefit to build a world-class customer experience (Voice of the customer) program at your bank. $0 setup, no contract (month to month), and you pay-per-complete.

Navigating payments regulations can be complex. This session will clarify the regulations impacting ACH, checks (including remote deposit capture), cards, and wires. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the relevant payment regulations, rules, and guidance applicable to your organization.

Companies across all industries are striving to attract and retain top talent while achieving their strategic goals. To succeed, leaders must prioritize succession planning and integrate it into their organization’s talent management program and strategic plan.

ICBA membership assists with the cost of an internal employee climate research program designed specifically for your bank. ICBA Preferred Service Provider Avannis administers the ICBA Magazine’s “Best Community Bank to Work For” contests and is ICBA’s PSP for the voice-of-the customer/employee lane of traffic.

Financial institutions face the challenge of managing funds availability while navigating complex regulations and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Key aspects of Regulation CC, which governs the availability of funds, must be understood along with the associated responsibilities of financial institutions. Attendees will gain an overview of these key aspects as well as explore best practices for managing ACH transactions, wire transfers, and cash handling to ensure compliance.

Navigating the complexities of Roth IRAs can be challenging due to their unique features and evolving regulations. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Roth IRA, including its distinct benefits and how it compares to other retirement savings accounts. Key discussion topics include tax advantages, contribution eligibility rules, reporting requirements, and portability options.

This event for the 2025 season will support and enhance the capabilities of community banks and the financial services sector in identifying, mitigating, responding to, and recovering from cyber incidents. This scenario is a cascading event with a cloud service provider cyber event and a regional disaster.