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Grassroots push on credit union bill continues

ICBA continues calling on community bankers to urge their lawmakers to oppose legislation that would expand credit unions’ fields of membership and commercial lending powers.
June 06, 2022 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Credit Unions 

Blog: Expanding interchange price control puts fraud protections at risk

Misguided efforts by “big box” merchants seeking to extend debit card interchange price controls to the credit card market jeopardize investments in protections and security that defend cardholders from criminal activity and undermine trust in the banking system, writes ICBA’s Deborah Matthews Phillips in a new blog post.
June 06, 2022 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Interchange 

ICBA Offers Tips to Help Simplify the Home Buying Process

In recognition of National Homeownership Month in June, the Independent Community Bankers of America and the nation’s community banks encourage consumers to consult their local community bank to learn about available programs that make financing a mortgage or refinancing an existing home easier and more affordable.
June 03, 2022 | Press Release  

ICBA and 44 State Banking Associations Express Concern Over Proposal That May Choke Off Credit to Legal Businesses

ICBA and 44 state banking associations, strongly urged the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s (FDIC) not to allow its proposed statement of principles on climate-risk management for large banks to limit and discourage financial institutions from doing otherwise lawful business with climate-disfavored industries.
June 03, 2022 | Press Release   Climate 

ICBA, state groups express concerns over climate risk management framework

ICBA and 44 state banking groups wrote to the FDIC to express concerns that the agency’s proposed climate risk management framework for large banks could “choke off” lawful but climate-disfavored industries from the banking system.
June 03, 2022 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Climate 

FDIC climate comment letters due today

Today is the deadline for community bankers to submit personalized comment letters to the FDIC on its draft statement of principles for climate-related financial risk management for large financial institutions.
June 03, 2022 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Climate 

The Digital Transformation Journey Begins with the “People Factor”—with Kathy Strasser, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of IncredibleBank

June 02, 2022 | Independent Banker   Payments 

ICBA, Independent Banker Honor Community Bank Emerging Leaders in Annual 40 under 40 List

Independent Banker magazine, the award-winning monthly publication of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), announced its 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders.
June 01, 2022 | Press Release  

40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders in 2022

Our fourth annual 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders competition highlights the achievements of young community bankers across the nation. From innovators and digital bankers to mentors and educational advocates, these bankers are making a profound impact on their communities. Our 2022 winners are leading the charge on the future of community banking.
June 01, 2022 | Independent Banker  

How gamification can be a boon for community banks

Community banks are getting into the gamification business—and it’s been better for business. Introducing gaming elements into apps and company training tools can result in cost savings, increased customer loyalty, financial literacy and employee retention. Here’s how some community banks are winning with their gamified approach.
June 01, 2022 | Independent Banker   Payments 

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