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2025 C2C Award Nominees

Eighteen nominees submitted their community service work from 2025 for consideration.

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Amy L. Begley

Vice President, Banking Center Manager – The National Bank of Indianapolis

Indiana Bankers Association July 13, 2026

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2027 IBA officer candidates

Elections will take place at the annual business meeting at the IBA Annual Convention this September in French Lick.

Indiana Bankers Association July 13, 2026

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Future-Ready Banking: 2026 Mega Conference Recap

The 2026 Mega Conference focused on strength, strategy & service.

Laurie Rees July 13, 2026

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Card Programs: How to drive growth in 2026 by keeping them relevant

Even as many financial institutions focus on newer priorities like AI, instant payments and embedded finance, cards are still central to everyday banking.

Tina Zulich July 13, 2026

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Loan yields, prepayment risk & the quiet shift in the balance sheet

Over the last few years, community financial institutions have been working through one of the more favorable repricing environments in recent memory.

Luke Mikles July 13, 2026

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13 complete IBA Commercial Lending School

This annual, week-long training prepares mid-level bankers and commercial loan officers to serve effectively and profitably.

Indiana Bankers Association July 13, 2026

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New ‘reform-minded’ Fed chair runs into inflation, rate-hike expectations

President Donald Trump’s pick to head the Federal Reserve and push forward rate cuts will have to deal with rising inflation and a fragile jobs market that will make any course changes difficult.

Brian Scheid July 13, 2026

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The battle for customer loyalty through daily spend

Credit cards have an outsized influence on how customers engage with their financial institutions due to their frequent use.

Anil Goyal July 13, 2026

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SECURE legislation enhances tax benefits for small employers

Employee perks like retirement benefits may be desirable for many companies, but are secondary to maintaining everyday operations and ensuring profitability.

Mike Rahn July 13, 2026

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The Farmers Bank merges with First Bank Richmond

The two organizations became First Bank Midwest effective July 1, 2026.

Indiana Bankers Association July 14, 2026

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Whistle while you work?

Reading Time: 5 minutesThe range of protected activity at a financial institution is broader than many managers realize.

Joey K. Wright and Asha A. Cermak July 13, 2026

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The OCC steps in to protect banks from the Illinois Interchange Fee Prevention Act

Reading Time: 2 minutesUntil a final ruling is issued, Indiana banks should continue to monitor developments in this litigation.

Brett J. Ashton July 13, 2026

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FSA welcomes first apprenticeship class

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe IBA’s Financial Services Academy will host 30-35 apprentices across 17 banks spanning the state this fall.

Amber Van Til July 13, 2026

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