Teaching teens through friendly competition Sep 01st 2019 12:09am on Connections, Membership, Other Programs Teaching teens through friendly competition Sep 01st 2019 12:09am on Connections, Membership, Other Programs Central Bank of Kansas City invites students to form business plans in a Shark Tank-style competition to promote financial education and entrepreneurship in its community. By Beth Mattson-Teig Central Bank of Kansas City created its own version of Shark Tank to give local high school students a hands-on lesson about entrepreneurship. What started as a […]
Community banks keep customers safe through shredding Aug 01st 2019 12:08am on Connections, Membership, Other Programs When your customers leave their personal information intact, whether at home or in the recycle bin, fraudsters could use that sensitive data to commit identity fraud. Many community banks offer shredding services to address this.
Which member banks are celebrating milestones in 2019? Aug 01st 2019 12:08am on Banks, Industry Insight, Membership, Other Programs, slide With rich histories and proud legacies, community banks have been the cornerstone of the American financial system since the 19th century. Every year, ICBA honors member banks that have reached significant milestones. As vital members of their communities, they have important lessons for all of us on the value of learning, growing and remaining relevant […]
Community Spirit: Fahey Bank Jul 01st 2019 12:07am on Connections, Membership, Other Programs The high school athletes in Marion County, Ohio, grow up with a connection to Fahey Bank, which gives out monthly awards to celebrate their achievements.
Community banks were open when D.C. was not Jun 01st 2019 12:06am on Banks, Connections, Industry Insight, Membership, Other Programs The government may have been shut down, but these community banks were lifelines for federal workers facing weeks without pay.
PeoplesBank: Walking the walk on sustainability Apr 01st 2019 12:04am on Connections, Membership, Other Programs There is no shortage of green ideas at PeoplesBank. Beyond investing millions in renewable energy projects, the Massachusetts community bank has built bank branches sustainably and empowered employees to volunteer their time to cleaning up the environment.
Community Spirit: Northeast Bank Mar 01st 2019 12:03am on Banks, Connections, Industry Insight, Membership, Other Programs A lot has changed in the Minneapolis neighborhood around Northeast Bank, but one thing has remained constant: its relationship with East Side Neighborhood Services, a nearby nonprofit. The longstanding bond continues to benefit the community and the bank, from attracting young talent to bringing national acclaim.
Why banks are becoming B Corps Mar 01st 2019 12:03am on Banks, Industry Insight, Membership, Other Programs, slide A number of community banks have joined a coalition of companies whose commitment to better business practices—from worker benefits to leadership structure—is certified by a third-party nonprofit. These B Corps, designated by the B Lab, are a growing force that count many financial institutions and household brands as members. Could being a B Corp benefit your community bank?
Community Spirit: Friendly competition for a cause Feb 01st 2019 12:02am on Connections, Membership, Other Programs Banks come together each year to support a food bank in the quickly growing Bismarck, N.D., area.
Keeping Seniors Safe Dec 14th 2015 12:12am on Focus, Membership, Membership Central, Other Programs Community banks partner with the Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation
