Online Course Newsletter – August 2024

Aug 22, 2024
Did you know a banker’s profile and training history is based on their email address? Some banks use an email address naming convention that may cause an email address to be used for multiple people over time. This practice has the potential to cause issues with ICBA Online Course training records.

The Meek…

Aug 19, 2024
The importance of artificial intelligence (AI) literacy cannot be overlooked as AI is rapidly transforming the banking industry. As this technology evolves, so do the risks and opportunities.

The Importance of AI Literacy for Bank Boards

Aug 19, 2024
The importance of artificial intelligence (AI) literacy cannot be overlooked as AI is rapidly transforming the banking industry. As this technology evolves, so do the risks and opportunities.

Attracting and retaining key personnel

Aug 19, 2024
Attracting and retaining key personnel is a regular topic at strategic planning sessions. It fits neatly into the big strategy of making sure the bank has appropriate management succession at all levels.

Interchange versus swipe fees, a primer.

Aug 19, 2024
With so much discussion around card transactions, what does a bank director need to know about interchange and swipe fees to understand their fiduciary duties and guide their decisions?

Corporate governance and employment law help is on the way!

Jun 26, 2024
With your ICBA Bank Director Program subscription you have access to attorneys from Jackson Lewis and Gerrish Smith Tuck for help with your employment law and corporate governance questions.

Play ball! National pastime gives us some portfolio management guidance.

Jun 26, 2024
It occurs to me that with a little thought there may be some parallels between our national pastime and community banking. Follow along as we see what lessons we might glean from the grand old game. And don’t buy what Yogi Berra asked: “Who can think and play baseball at the same time?”

7 Strategies for Raising Bank Deposits

Jun 26, 2024
Money is moving out of low- and no-interest bank accounts in favor of higher-yielding money markets, CDs and other fixed income products available elsewhere. Deposits that swelled in the wake of unprecedented government stimulus are steadily declining.

Data-Driven Success: Enhancing ROI in Digital Marketing

Jun 26, 2024
The financial landscape is evolving rapidly, and with it, the way banks market themselves. Gone are the days of relying solely on traditional tactics like print ads, branch marketing, and annual surveys. Today, success hinges on embracing a data-driven and education-focused approach.

Why is Check Fraud Such a Problem Right Now? — with Scott Anchin and David Long

Jun 24, 2024
Check fraud isn’t new, but it has re-emerged as an appealing way for fraudsters to target community banks and their customers. That’s why ICBA has brought check fraud to the forefront of its conversation with its members, to discuss the ways they can band together to solve this issue.