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Navigating Today's M&A Environment
Over the past 18 months, the community bank mergers and acquisitions environment has faced significant changes. This has led many community bankers to question the current state of the market and...
Family-Owned and Closely-Held Bank Strategies
Many of the community banks in the United States can be considered family or closely held institutions. These institutions have a unique set of challenges and opportunities. This presentation will...
IRA Legal Issues
Financial professionals working with Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) often find themselves in a tricky position — while they aren't authorized to offer tax advice, they may still be called...
Possible or Probable? How to Assess the Risk
The ACH Operating Rules require all participating DFIs, Third-Party Senders and Nested Third-Party Senders to conduct an assessment of the risks of their ACH activities. But “how,” is not...
The Future of Card Payments
In today's fast-paced digital world, consumers and businesses alike are grappling with the need for faster, safer, and more convenient payment solutions. As traditional payment methods face growing...
The Art of Setting ACH Exposure Limits
Setting exposure limits for your ACH Originators is a requirement of the Nacha Rules. However, there are no set guidelines on how this task should be accomplished. Explore the art, not science, of...
IRAs: Is Your Program in Compliance
Ascensus conducts countless compliance audits for financial organizations across the U.S., oftentimes finding issues that could result in substantial IRS penalties due to non-compliance with IRS...
ESOPs 101
This insightful dive into Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) will explore their strategic role in the banking sector. Participants will gain an understanding of how banks can sponsor ESOPs to...
Unclaimed Property Reporting Considerations
While the basics of unclaimed property reporting are consistent for all holders, financial institutions can face particularly complex questions and issues around unclaimed property. From...
Bank Local, Think Social: Reaching the Next Generation Through Influencer Marketing
Influencer marketing isn’t just for big brands—it’s a powerful tool community banks can use to build trust, reach younger customers, and strengthen their local presence. By partnering with nano-...
Check Returns & Adjustments
Each method of returning a check to the Depositary Bank, whether through a return or an adjustment, has distinct advantages and potential impacts on customers. As a follow up to the Check Rules &...
Mobile RDC Risks, Rewards and Deposits
Mobile Remote Deposit Capture has transformed how financial institutions offer remote deposit services. As they develop their RDC business plans, institutions must navigate the challenges and...
ACH Rules Update
This informative session explores the latest updates to the Nacha ACH Rules. Attendees can expect an in-depth review of recent and upcoming changes to the Nacha Operating Rules, including: Return...
Community Bank Director Guide to Compliance Issues
The demands on community bank directors have increased exponentially in recent years. Without question, the most difficult challenge for community bank directors (most of whom are not career...
Assessing Farm Credit
The farm economy is facing its toughest challenges since 1981, with soaring input costs and falling commodity prices. Crop farmers, in particular, are struggling with low liquidity after holding...
ICBA Community Bank Briefing 2024 Q2
Join ICBA experts for a quarterly update on industry news and highlights. The 75-minute briefing will include details about regulations and congressional events from inside the Capital Beltway and...
Q2: Regulatory Compliance Updates (2024)
Attend ICBA's Quarterly Regulatory Compliance webinars for the very latest regulatory compliance guidance, upcoming deadlines, resources, and more. Offered quarterly, these 60-minute webinars...
Facing First Amendment Auditors: Who Are They? What Do They Want? How Should You Respond?
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...
Introduction to Consumer Lending
Effectively managing consumer lending while staying compliant with regulatory requirements can be a challenge for some financial institutions. Dive into the basics of consumer lending, including...
Ensuring Your Next Strategic Planning Session is Not B.S. (Boring Stuff)
Is your community bank actively engaged in a formal strategic planning process? If not, it should be. If it is but feels like total B. S., it's time for a change! Strategic planning is a critical...
How to Review Appraisals - Commercial & Residential
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...
Bomb Proofing Your Commercial Loan Documentation
Commercial banking staff often manage multiple loan types, each with unique documents, terms, and collateral. The speed of closing combined with last-minute document delivery increases the risk of...
Digitization & Compliance: How to Avoid Digital Disaster
The banking industry has seen a rapid adoption of advanced technologies to streamline operations, enhance services, and optimize performance. Although this digital transformation has greatly...
Regulatory Compliance Change Management: Are You Prepared?
Now more than ever, financial institutions must consider the risk of change. Regulatory changes, system conversions, new products and services, and corrective action for audit findings are just a...
Brokered Deposits (2025)
Brokered deposits are a key funding source for community banks, helping diversify their funding mix. This session will cover the legal framework for brokered deposits, including the FDIC's proposed...
Strategic Planning for Financial Institutions – It’s All about Your Strategy!
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...
High-Risk Accounts and Suspicious Activity Reporting Best Practices
Financial institutions face growing regulatory scrutiny when managing high-risk customers. This session explores how to identify these customers, apply effective Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), and...
A CECL Upheaval - 3 Keys to Better Manage Your Reserve
The storm clouds of an economic downturn that were on the horizon seem to be making their way to shore. Your Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) model has yet to experience a falling rate...
The Best Data Management Philosophy Is ‘Use What You Have’
Data is abundant in banking, but effectively leveraging it poses a significant challenge for bank managers. While better data can lead to improved insights, which support better decision-making,...
Matching Customer Journey Maps with your Brand Expectations
Customer journey mapping has entered the management process at institutions actively managing their customers' experiences. However, mapping a journey is only part of the challenge. From building...
What Is Your Deposit Study Missing?
The banking industry is facing continued deposit pressure after recent Federal Reserve rate hikes. The outflow of low-cost deposits and changes in deposit mix have hurt margins and raised concerns...
Navigating Your Next Regulatory Examination
The regulatory examination environment is getting much tougher. Many community banks across the country are experiencing examinations that present unexpected circumstances and adverse findings....
They Posted What?!? Managing Employee Social Media Use
Does your bank have a social media policy? When was the last time you thought about how your employees' online activity might affect your business? Discuss good and bad examples of social media use...
Q1 Regulatory Compliance Updates (2025)
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...
You Are the Future of Banking: Making Connections throughout Your Journey is Key to Your Success
Understanding how a bank is run as a business is crucial for the success of young bankers who are the future leaders. Preparing as you gain experience, including making valuable connections along...
Is Your Business Development A House of Cards?
In today's competitive business landscape, organizations often struggle to maintain strong relationships with their customers, highlighting the need for effective contact programs. This...
Lending Compliance Update
Stay ahead by gaining the latest knowledge and best practices in lending compliance to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape effectively. Participants study three key areas: 1. Flood...
Capital Planning
As regulatory expectations increase and financial pressures mount, creating and maintaining a robust capital plan is more important than ever. This session will provide an in-depth look at the...
Supreme Court Shakeup: How the Supreme Court’s 2023 Term Will Affect Banking
During the 2023-2024 Term, the Supreme Court issued several landmark decisions with significant implications for federal agencies. Examine an in-depth analysis of three pivotal cases-Loper Bright,...
Brokered Deposits and Core Funding
Brokered deposits provide an important source of funding for community banks. Recent changes to FDIC rules and guidance have offered clarity in certain areas of the brokered deposit regulatory...
Secure Your Digital Identity: The Importance of Domain Security
Criminals exploit weaknesses in your cybersecurity, and your digital identity is a key target. As a bank, it's essential to protect this area to maintain customer trust and strengthen your brand....
Q4: Regulatory Compliance Updates (2024)
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...
The Whimsical World of Business Email Compromise
A business email compromise costs an organization, on average, $1.03 million for the costliest attacks. And the price is only growing. While multi-factor authentication (MFA), stronger password...
Check Rules & Regulations
Each payment network has its own set of rules and regulations, and the check network is no exception. Regulation CC and the Uniform Commercial Code Article 3 and Article 4 pertain to all checks....
Puzzle of Check Compliance
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...
Improving Your Skills as a Commercial Banker
Commercial banking is dynamic, with each day presenting new challenges. Success hinges on identifying the best solutions to your clients' cash shortfalls across various industries, from real estate...
Data Protection Challenges for Employers
Employers are confronted with an increasing number of data protection challenges. Dive into the various challenges organizations face when it comes to protecting data and address the latest trends...
Building Your RTP Business Case
Real-time Payments (RTP) volume represents many of the instant payments volume in the U.S. Approximately 1,000 financial institutions have made the connection to receive real-time payments (RTP),...
Q3: Regulatory Compliance Updates (2024)
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...
Recipe For an Effective Sales Environment
In today's competitive banking landscape, many institutions struggle to create a cohesive sales environment that fosters long-term customer relationships and drives consistent growth. This session...
Reviewing the Corporate Governance “Best Practice” for Banks and Bank Holding Companies
In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape—marked by interest rate volatility, persistent inflation, heightened cybersecurity risks, and the rise of AI—strong corporate governance is more...
Designing an Effective BCP Testing Program
There is often confusion as to how to develop a multi-year BCP testing program. Organizations are overwhelmed with putting a program in place. Using your Business Impact Analysis can define what...
Banking Non-Profits
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...
7 Ways to Frustrate Attackers
In the face of constant cybersecurity threats, it's easy to feel discouraged. Most penetration tests exploit common weaknesses and misconfigurations, mirroring real-world attack methods. But what...
Bring Your Shoes – How to Lead by Maximizing Talent (2024)
Successful leaders surround themselves with talented individuals that complement their strengths. But as a leader, how do you find them? Complementary talent doesn't just show up. It has to be...
What Financial Institutions May Be Missing in Their Compliance Portfolios – OFCCP Compliance MP4
Financial institutions may be overlooking key obligations under Executive Order 11246, Vietnam Era Veterans Assistance Act (VEVRAA), and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. These regulations...
Unlocking Funds - Regulation CC: Check, ACH, Wire and Cash
Financial institutions face the challenge of managing funds availability while navigating complex regulations and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Key aspects of Regulation CC, which...
Keys to Being a Great Outside Bank Director
Many outside community bank directors seek a clearer understanding of what it takes to be a great outside director. The question "What makes a great outside director?" is simple, while the answer...
Best Practices for Loan Processing
Navigating the commercial credit approval process can be overwhelming, leading to delays and miscommunication. This guide helps you establish an effective workflow for the Loan Assistant,...
Strategic Planning in 2024: Strategies for a Shifting Economic and Regulatory Environment
Strategic planning in banking is constantly evolving in today's economic and regulatory landscape. Discover key elements of strategic planning in an environment where the only thing certain is...