ICBA Education Seminars and Institutes

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

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

This four-day livestream 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!

There’s no denying that cybercrime is on the rise, and that means your institution needs to do everything it can to prepare for the worst. To that end, we’ll look at cybersecurity trends from the top down, addressing commonalities within targets, types of breaches, attack methods, and more. Discuss how the board can be instrumental in making cybersecurity an organizational focus, why organizations need to change their view of security and threats in our new and evolving cybercrime landscape, and what actions they can take to begin minimizing risk.

Frontline banking staff often face challenges in managing ACH (Automated Clearing House) transactions, from processing payments to handling disputes. This webinar is designed to equip staff with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to manage ACH transactions efficiently. Participants will learn how to process payments accurately, resolve disputes, and handle stop payments, ensuring smooth operations and a positive customer experience.

Are you confident that you’re adhering to all federal and state withholding rules? Compliance reviews performed by Ascensus reveal that many financial organizations are unclear on IRA withholding rules. The SECURE Act has raised penalties for improper withholding notifications, and the IRS has recently updated withholding notices and requirements for different types of IRA distributions.

Topic: Stifel Solutions for Year-End Planning

This course is designed for banking professionals who seek to enhance their understanding of IT governance, cybersecurity frameworks, vendor management, and emerging technologies within the financial sector.

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. 

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

Topic: Economic Update

Stifel, in collaboration with the Independent Community Bankers of America, is excited to announce this year’s Community Bank Symposium on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, Nov. 12-14.

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

Topic: A team of Stifel Strategists discuss matters of current import for community banks

The environment for community financial institutions has changed drastically over the last five years due to shifts in interest rates, emerging technologies, evolving consumer preferences, and recent bank failures.

Banking for a non-profit organization is different from working with a typical business. In addition to credit, cash management is crucial for a non-profit, especially during fundraising events or before taking on a new project. Bankers should understand that building a relationship with a non-profit takes time and effort. It’s not enough to just show up. To stand out, the bank needs to be actively involved, whether by supporting fundraising efforts or having volunteers serve the non-profit.

Two years after bank failures shook the industry, liquidity management remains a top priority—especially as interest rates stay elevated. Having a robust collateral management strategy and same-day contingency funding options are now essential. But the most critical factor is your ability to articulate your liquidity strategy to key stakeholders and examiners with confidence.

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. See Agenda below for this session's topic.

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.

Identity theft is a growing threat, and criminals are increasingly targeting financial institutions to steal sensitive information and funds. This session will explore the tactics thieves use to gather information before contacting your institution and the specific details they seek.