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At ICBA Securities, we provide community bankers the tools to grow their investments.

ICBA Securities Corporation is a service of the ICBA Services Network®, a wholly owned subsidiary of ICBA.

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ICBA Securities Overview

ICBA Securities Corporation (ICBA Securities) a subsidiary of the ICBA (Independent Community Bankers of America) that was founded in 1989 following two years of intensive research by ICBA's Bank Services Committee.

As ICBA Securities is owned by the nation’s largest trade association for community banks, it has a commitment to return all of its profits to the industry, in the form of royalties, sponsorships, or dividends. Through 2021, it had reinvested over $49 million back into its supporting state/regional partners or into the ICBA. Six of the seven ICBA Securities board directors are leadership community bankers.

We are proud to be endorsed by over 30 community bank state associations.

Education Opportunities Through ICBA Securities

ICBA Securities provides an education platform tailored to the needs of community banks and ICBA Securities representatives attend and speak at most state community banking conferences, conducting an average of 50 educational events per year.

ICBA Securities annually hosts the ICBA Bond Academy, which equips community bank portfolio managers with the skills to maintain a high performing institution, and the ICBA Balance Sheet Academy, which is an intermediate-level program for more experienced financial managers. 

ICBA Securities also endorses and teaches at the Barret Graduate School of Banking in Memphis, Tenn. The President of ICBA Securities, Jim Reber, writes a monthly investment column for ICBA’s Independent Banker magazine.

If you would like to learn more about the organization, please contact ICBA Securities President Jim Reber at 901-262-1353 or jreber@icbasecurities.com

Current Financials

We are happy to provide you with a copy of our most recent audited financial statement. If you would like to learn more, please contact ICBA Securities President Jim Reber at 901-262-1353 or jreber@​icbasecurities.​com.

Learn How ICBA Securities Can Help Your Community Bank

For general information email us: info@icbasecurities.com
Reach us by phone at 901-262-1353

Upcoming Events

Compliance Institute

This livestream ICBA Compliance Institute is held over two weeks. Dates are May 12-15 and May 19-21, 2026.

The ICBA Compliance Institute is built to meet the needs of seasoned professionals seeking the latest regulatory education and industry best practices as well as newer compliance officers seeking to gain a clear understanding of the fundamental concepts of each regulation.

This high-quality program provides a fast-paced learning environment that will lead to a detailed study of the relevant areas of regulatory compliance with a focus on the key concepts that spell success in the examination context.

Each regulation is approached in terms of the requirements, best practice internal controls, and audit objectives. Learning is reinforced with many sample disclosures, applicability charts, and illustrative quizzes and exercises.

The program addresses current hot issues and areas of focus in regulatory compliance. Deep dives into the common challenges related to recent regulatory reform will be covered and the latest guidance and interpretations on all recent rule-making efforts will be discussed.

This solid foundation allows the attendee to return to their bank and support their product and service offerings and remain competitive in their marketplace.

To earn the Certified Community Bank Compliance Officer (CCBCO) certification, you will be required to attend this program in its entirety, complete all assignments, and achieve a passing score on the certification exams. If you decide to enroll in the certification testing after you register for the class, please contact an ICBA Education representative at 800-422-7285.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the key elements of a bank’s compliance management program.
  • Understand the fundamental and disclosure requirements of bank lending regulations including Reg Z, RESPA, HMDA, SAFE Act, Military Lending Regulations, Homeownership Counseling Act, and flood insurance compliance.
  • Identify fair lending practices and data collection/reporting requirements as outlined in ECOA/Reg B, FCRA, CRA, HMDA, and Fair Housing Act.
  • Outline the key privacy requirements banks must follow under Reg P including the Sections 13, 14, and 15 information-sharing exceptions.
  • Associate deposit account disclosure requirements with the appropriate regulations including Reg CC, Reg DD, and Reg E.
  • Identify disclosure requirements and permissible activities under Right to Financial Privacy Act, Consumer Sales of Insurance, and Non-Deposit Investment Products.
  • Understand the risk exposure and mitigation steps banks may take to manage UDAAP compliance for the bank.
  • Recognize compliance risks and disclosure requirements in advertising and marketing activities by a bank.
May 12–May 21, 2026  | 
  • Institute
  • Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Federal Reserve

    Advanced Call Report Seminar

    The regulatory reporting burden faced by community banks today is stronger than ever. As the complexity of the call report and Federal Reserve reports continue to increase, even experienced bankers often have questions about the nuances of these filings. 

    During this course, attendees will take a deeper dive into the more complex areas of the current call report including:

    • A review of the more complex aspects of loan reporting on Schedule RC-C, RC-L, RC-N, and RC-M.
    • A comprehensive discussion of regulatory capital and Schedule RC-R including:
    • A discussion of how to review your call report and how to understand and leverage the data contained in your call report filing.
    • A discussion of the proposed streamlined call report revisions that will affect 90 percent of all institutions that file Call Reports.
    • In addition, this class will include an overview of the Federal Reserve FR Y series reports including:
    • FR Y-9SP: Parent Company Only Financial Statements for Small Holding Companies
    • FR Y-9LP: Parent Company Only Financial Statements for Large Holding Companies
    • FR Y-9C: Consolidated Financial Statements for Holding Companies
    • FR Y-11: Financial Statements of Nonbank Subsidiaries
    • FR Y-10: Changes in Organizational Structure
    • FR Y-8: Section 23A Transaction with Affiliates
    • FR Y-6: Annual Report of Holding Companies
    • FR Y-3: Application to Acquire an Additional Bank or Holding Company

    Use discount code MULTI_CR to register for both the Introduction to Call Report and Advanced Call Report and save $100!

    May 13, 2026  | 
  • Seminar
  • Call Report Accounting/Finance

    Disaster Preparedness: Understanding Excused Delay

    Winter Storm Warning, Hurricane Advisory, Tornado Watch — we’ve seen it all! And while the ACH Rules include a provision for Excused Delay, it’s no substitute for a robust, well-tested business continuity and disaster recovery plan. This session teaches you how Excused Delay is truly meant to be used, how to handle the return process, who to contact, and what absolutely must be included in your disaster recovery plan.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Explain the purpose of Excused Delay and how it is intended to be used.
    • Identify appropriate steps for handling the return process and determine the correct points of contact in the event of an interruption.
    • Evaluate essential components that should be included in the disaster recovery strategy beyond reliance on Excused Delay.

    Duration: 90-minutes

    Presented live and recorded on 05/14/26.

    May 14, 2026  | 
  • Webinar
  • Automated Clearing House (ACH)

    Navigating CRA: What Every Director Needs to Know

    Directors play a critical role in ensuring their institution meets Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) obligations. This session provides an essential overview of CRA requirements, the board’s responsibilities, and key strategies for effective oversight. Learn what regulators expect, how CRA performance impacts your institution, and practical steps to strengthen governance and compliance.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Examine the details of the Community Reinvestment Act.
    • Understand executive roles in CRA compliance.
    • Identify strategies for effective oversight.
    • Learn what regulators expect.

    Duration: 60-minutes

    Presented live and recorded on 05/19/26.

    May 19, 2026  | 
  • Webinar
  • Commercial Lending Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)

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    34 State Associations Endorse ICBA Securities

    ICBA Securities is pleased to have earned the endorsement of the community bank state associations below. We participate in their educational agendas and support their advocacy efforts. We also help support their operations financially in the form of royalties and sponsorships. Click on a logo to visit an association’s website.

    For more information, please contact ICBA Securities President Jim Reber at jreber@icbasecurities.com or 901-262-1353. 

    Arkansas Bankers
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    Board of Directors

    James Reber

    James L. Reber

    President & CEO

    ICBA Securities

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    Aza Bittinger

    Aza Bittinger

    President & CEO

    Community Bankers Association of Ohio

    Columbus

    Ohio

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    Rebeca Romero Rainey

    Rebeca Romero Rainey

    President & CEO

    ICBA

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    Kevin Tweddle

    Kevin Tweddle

    Senior Executive Vice President, Innovation

    ICBA

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    Thomas Bates Jr.

    Thomas Bates, Jr.

    ICBA At-Large Director

    President & CEO

    Legends Bank of Clarksville

    TN

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    Brenda Foster

    Brenda Foster

    ICBA At-Large Director and Federal Delegate Board Representative

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    President and CEO

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    Craig Wanichek

    Craig Wanichek

    President & CEO

    Summit Bank

    Eugene

    OR

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    Blake Heid

    Blake Heid

    President & CEO

    First Option Bank

    Osawatomie

    KS

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    Gabe Guerra

    Gabe Guerra

    President/CEO

    Kleberg Bank

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