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Note to Regulators: Exercising Fiduciary Responsibility is Not a Community Bank Board Problem – But You Might Make It One!

Finer Points

As community bankers we have a fiduciary responsibility to our customers and communities as well as our shareholders. Community Banks' That’s […].

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Colleagues Donate Over $10,000 to Animals in Need

Perficient

Some of the health benefits of having a pet include decreased cholesterol and triglyceride levels, blood pressure, and feelings of loneliness, while increasing opportunities for exercise, outdoor activities, and socialization.” MAKE A DECEMBER DIFFERENCE. Together, we have an opportunity to make a global impact.

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Don’t Miss Out on DevOps World 2020

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The agenda allows you to choose a leadership, practitioner, or community track and attend breakout sessions that align with your interests. Provides a mix of presentations, panels, hands-on exercises, and peer-to-peer interaction. Open Source Community. Leadership. New in 2020. Practitioner.

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Robert Fisher: The nimbleness of community bankers

Independent Banker

Let’s rediscover what it means to be community bankers. Let’s exercise our nimble natures to exceed customer expectations. Because as community bankers, it’s what we do. That just may be community bankers’ word of the year. Considering our communities’ needs is critical to our success as well as theirs.

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Fraud typologies all financial institutions should know

Abrigo

Connect with an expert Common fraud schemes Check fraud Check fraud is one of the most concerning fraud trends for community banks in 2025. These could be held in a local branch lobby, community center, or place of worship. Staying on top of fraud is a full-time job. Let our Advisory Services team help when you need it.

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Visual Storytelling: Design Eye-Catching Graphics

Perficient

Though it can be fun to get overly creative, exercise restraint – maintain solid brand identity across platforms. See open jobs or join our community for career tips, job openings, company updates, and more! Your written and visual content should transition seamlessly, like in this blog about our New Hires.

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How the OCC risk governance framework applies to community banks

Abrigo

While the final guidance clearly applies to larger financial institutions, community banks should still take note. ” The section further details this would only occur under extraordinary circumstances, but community banks should be aware of the new framework and even consider applying the guidelines as a proactive, best practice.