Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

offers a “humanly simple” leadership style of looking out for others. Its staff had about 40 people, many of its procedures were manual, and its competition was stiff with about five community banks as head-to-head rivals. In rural communities like ours, the consumer has a lot of needs,” he explains. In Arkansas, Jim S.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

Last year, community bank loan producers were faced with both record-low interest rates and a glut of deposits. But as they always do, they came through for individuals and businesses in their communities with a combination of personalized service and prudent risk management practices. First Community Bank of the Heartland, Inc.

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Independent Banker

MARCH 31, 2019

It’s always great to be with fellow community bankers, and now, as ICBA president and CEO, our members! Our theme this year was all about being bold, in innovation, leadership and life. It could be something as simple as making a loan to a new kind of business in your community, or bringing in a new technology.

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

We spoke with legal and financial experts about what questions community bank leaders should ask themselves pre-merger, what issues they may face and how they can build an even stronger financial institution. When one community bank acquires or merges with another bank, there are many steps to take and considerations to discuss.

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