ICBA Education Seminars and Institutes

Identity theft is on the rise, with the FTC predicting an increase in fraud victims. This session covers the types of identity theft crimes, prevention strategies, and how employers and individuals can protect themselves. Learn how to recognize common scams, educate others, and develop policies to reduce the risk of becoming a victim. Real-life stories will highlight how easily people can be targeted, and resources for creating protective procedures will be shared.

ICBA Preferred Service Provider IntelliCredit is hosting a panel of executive bankers on Friday, June 6 at 10am ET. The panelists will share their insights and experiences on loan reviews, highlighting best practices implemented at their institutions. With credit quality remaining a top priority for regulators, this promises to be an important and informative discussion. Bring your questions!

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.

Registration is now open for Stifel’s Virtual Bond School, where Stifel product specialists will review all of the investment products that comprise a robust portfolio. In addition to bond basics, they will explore how to incorporate these products into an investment strategy that meets an institution’s goals and objectives.

Topic: Community Banks Are in Position A for 2025

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.

As commercial bankers, it's essential to understand the collateral we rely on to secure loans, especially when it comes to more complex assets like equipment and real estate. This webinar provides a practical overview of appraisals for commercial equipment and real estate. We’ll discuss which types of appraisals to order, how to interpret key components, and what details matter most in underwriting decisions.

Many organizations struggle to transition from a static Business Continuity Plan (BCP) to an effective, ongoing Business Continuity Management (BCM) system. In this introductory course, you will learn how to make that shift and integrate your BCM with your ERM program. The discussion will guide you through the key elements of the FFIEC’s Business Continuity Management Booklet, part of the FFIEC’s IT Examination Handbook. You will gain a deeper understanding of BCP and BCM, including the critical roles of disaster recovery plans, crisis management, and incident response in your overall strategy.

In this 1.5-day course to be held at the ICBA Center for Innovation, you will learn CRA management best practices to ensure compliance with current rules and regulations. Upon completion, you will earn 13.5 hours of CPE credit, and have the knowledge and tools required to maintain a robust CRA program for your bank.

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.

Today's modern workplace is transforming the role of the community bank human resources (HR) professional. People management and responsible administration are key for all HR professionals.

Check processing is subject to a variety of laws and regulations that are crucial for ensuring accuracy and compliance. This session provides an overview of the key legal frameworks governing check processing, helping your bank navigate complex requirements.

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.

Topic: Economic Update

First Amendment auditors are individuals who enter city or public property to record your employees, officials, and operations, often under the claim of testing your knowledge of First Amendment rights. They are known for confronting and recording law enforcement officers and other public-facing staff, aiming to provoke a reaction they can capture on video.

Topic: Community Bank Moneymakers in 2025

Topic: Stifel Chief Economist will analyze the current rate and banking landscape

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

Topic: Why Won't Interest Rates Go Down?

Topic: The Five Non-Negotiables of a Forward Looking ERM