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What Bank Swag Does Gen Z Want?

Financial institutions are vying for Gen Z’s business, and if you want to attract this new cohort of customers, you need to think about incentives beyond bank-branded beer koozies and keychains.

Jan 19, 2024
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Growing the Community

Using Data to Boost Mortgage Lending

Can community banks reengage existing mortgage customers through data, or find new ones? We spoke to experts on where to find data that could increase sales—and what to do with it.

Nov 27, 2023
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Lending

Should You Talk to Customers about your Community Bank's Finances?

With the recent failures of a few megabanks, customers may have questions and concerns about their own banks. Here’s how you can address them.

Aug 21, 2023
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Growing the Community

Paid Marketing: A Boost for Your Community Bank

In a changing marketing landscape, the benefits provided by ultra-targeted online campaigns with budgets behind them are more valuable than ever.

Jun 08, 2023
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Growing the Community

ICBA's Marketing Communications Toolkit

Using ICBA’s Marketing Communications Toolkit, your community bank can tell its story with intention and precision.

Mar 01, 2023
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Growing the Community

BankOnBuffalo redefines mobile banking

BankOnBuffalo has hit the road with its new mobile bank, BankOnWheels, to meet the needs of underserved communities.

Mar 01, 2023
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Market your community bank with first-party data

Customer data fuels efficient and effective marketing these days. Community banks own an enviable amount of data, but not all are leveraging it to its fullest extent.

Mar 01, 2023
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Growing the Community

Crafting a marketing plan when a community bank merges

Community bank marketing teams need to consider many factors following a merger or acquisition. We spoke to experts and community bankers on how to market during a merger.

Mar 01, 2023
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Growing the Community

Enhancing content with AI

From grammar suggestions to content ideation, artificial intelligence has evolved to be an asset for marketing industries. Learn how AI can enhance the work of community banks’ marketing teams of...

Jan 01, 2023
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Growing the Community

Is it time to rebrand your community bank?

Some community banks are taking a cue from consumer products and marketing companies as they rebrand with catchy new names they believe are more memorable and better represent their values as an...

Dec 01, 2022
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Growing the Community

Become a thought leader on social media

Becoming a social media thought leader isn’t something that happens overnight. It takes time, consistency and authenticity—but the benefits can be worth the effort.

Nov 01, 2022
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Growing the Community

5 marketing strategies to put on your radar for 2023

SPONSORED | Now is the time to evaluate marketing strategies for 2023. Given the latest marketing trends as identified by Vericast in its latest Financial TrendWatch, these five strategies can make...

Nov 01, 2022
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Growing the Community

The Secret to Engaging Customers Through Podcasts

With the popularity of podcasts, these community banks are riding the sound waves. Learn how they plan and produce episodes and build up engaged audiences.

Oct 01, 2025
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Growing the Community

Streamlining Social Media for Community Banks

Don’t have a dedicated social media person? No problem. New tools and an inclusive approach make your community bank’s social presence simpler to establish and maintain.

Nov 03, 2025
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Growing the Community

Powering Potential: Maximize Your Social Media Impact

ICBA’s marketing resources, education programs and compliance tools provide community bankers with strategic social media solutions and regulatory guidance to amplify their online presence.

Nov 03, 2025
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Growing the Community

Word of Mouth: Community Bank Growth

Discover how community banks can leverage word of mouth to grow their customer base. Learn 10 actionable strategies to boost referrals, testimonials and engagement.

Jan 01, 2026
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Customer Retention Strategies for Community Banks - ICBA.org

Looking to improve customer retention? Here’s how community banks strengthen loyalty through appreciation events, feedback programs and community engagement strategies.

Mar 01, 2026
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Community Bank Marketing Strategies for Growth - ICBA.org

Learn the latest marketing strategies for community banks, including video, contests, AI, and social media to engage local audiences.

Mar 01, 2026
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