
U.S. Sen. Jim Banks
Banks is a native Hoosier, born and raised in Columbia City, now sitting on the Senate Banking Committee.

Banks is a native Hoosier, born and raised in Columbia City, now sitting on the Senate Banking Committee.

Rep. Thompson was gracious enough to take the time to answer some questions for Hoosier Banker about his experience in the Indiana House of Representatives and how bankers can take part in advocacy engagement.

Sen. Travis Holdman, R-Markle, is a former board chair for the Community Bankers Association of Indiana and Indiana Department of Financial Institutions, and currently chairs the Senate Tax & Fiscal Policy Committee.

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

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

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

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