https://www.independentbanker.org/w/community-state-bank-brews-up-coffee-and-community
Community State Bank and Shepherds College united to create Shepherds Community Café, a donation-based coffee shop that fosters occupational experience for...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/6-smart-marketing-moves-for-2023
When it comes to customer acquisition tactics, it’s never too early to start thinking about next year’s budget. Here, experts give their take on trends...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/q-a-amy-ledig-on-the-egrpra-review-process
Independent Banker caught up with Amy Ledig, vice president of capital, accounting and finance policy at ICBA, to discuss the regulatory outlook.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/5-ways-to-make-a-good-digital-impression-on-your-bank-website
A website isn’t just for location, hours and product information. It’s often a prospective customer’s first view of your community bank.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/powering-potential-strengthening-community-banking-state-by-state
ICBA’s links with state banking associations help shape organizational growth and drive powerful collaborations.
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https://www.legendsbank.com/news/legends-bank-named-icba-2025-national-community-bank-service-award-winner/
Sep 15, 2025 - A homegrown, financial institution providing professional banking service to Clarksville, Brentwood and Nashville TN. Call 866-391-1925 for your banking needs.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/jim-reber-what-s-next-for-investments
Looking to make changes to your investments this year? Bond opportunities abound in 2021.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/5-ways-community-banks-can-take-advantage-of-fednow
FedNow has solidified its place in the banking industry, and now’s the time for community banks to get in on the action. Learn how your bank can ease the...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/5-tips-for-handling-fintech-partnership-contracts
Go into fintech contract negotiations with clear intention to save your community bank from future conflict.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/6-things-to-consider-before-opening-a-new-branch
A new branch can present new opportunities for community banks—if you plan thoroughly and calculate the risk involved.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/the-ultimate-community-banker-guidebook-for-all-things-advocacy
This year, a new presidential administration and a new Congress bring opportunities for regulatory and legislative changes.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/7-steps-to-a-successful-regulatory-audit
Preparation is key to passing a regulatory exam with flying colors. These tips for the stages before, during and after an audit will ensure your bank and...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/7-ways-community-banks-can-boost-profitability
A profitability strategy has a lot to factor in given today’s uncertain market. Here’s what community bankers need to know when planning their budgets for...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/free-it-risk-assessment-for-banks-limited-time-offer
Banks: Get a free, expert-led IT assessment covering firewalls, MFA, email security, and more. Reduce risk, boost compliance, and plan for growth. Offer ends...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/end-document-chaos-and-close-loans-faster-with-fileinvite
Our secure platform eliminates the back-and-forth chaos of gathering documents from borrowers, guarantors, and third parties to reduce loan processing time...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/fraud-moves-fast.-are-you-keeping-up
Fraud flows across entire financial ecosystems. Without a unified approach, you risk operating with the same limited visibility that fraudsters exploit.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/6-ways-community-banks-can-build-a-better-onboarding-experience
The first few weeks of an employee starting a new job are pivotal in terms of how they’ll connect to the bank and their role. We spoke with community bankers...
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