ICBA Education Seminars and Institutes

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

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.

Further details will be available 30 days prior to the webinar date.

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. 

This four-day virtual conference focuses on key issues and trends related to auditing, BSA/AML, regulatory compliance, security and fraud, and offers the very latest information, tools, best practices, and training to assure that you are up-to-date and compliant. Attend one day or all four!

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.

ICBA Securities and Stifel, the exclusively endorsed broker-dealer of ICBA Securities, are excited to open registration for the 2024 Balance Sheet Academy. Space is limited, so reserve your seat today.

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.

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.

The formal requirements for financial institution compliance under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) are significant. With the regulatory agencies committing to tougher and more inclusive BSA/AML examinations, it is important to make certain your BSA/AML program is appropriate for your institution's risk exposure. 

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.

Information technology solutions continue to evolve creating opportunities for community banks to increase efficiency, improve service capabilities, and better safeguard customers. 

Offered quarterly in half-day sessions, each of the Bank Directors Forums will cover a unique topic, such as cybersecurity, enterprise risk management, corporate governance and more. No two sessions will be the same.

Further details will be available 30 days prior to the webinar date.

Does your bank have a social media policy? When was the last time you thought about how your employees’ online activity might affect your business? Discuss good and bad examples of social media use policies, what can and cannot be posted, privacy and the use of social media on company devices. Plus, learn how federal, state, and local laws may affect best practices for your social media policies.

Further details will be available 30 days prior to the webinar date.

The Quarterly Regulatory Compliance Webinars deliver the most up-to-date guidance on regulatory compliance, upcoming deadlines, available resources, and more. Offered quarterly, these 60-minute webinars deliver comprehensive information with actionable takeaways.

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.