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New ICBA chairman Derek Williams’ commitment to community

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wanted to be a financier before finding his way to community banking. Photo by Harold Daniels Derek Williams, president and CEO of Century Bank & Trust in Georgia, is bringing his passion for community banking to his term as ICBA chairman for 2023/24. That love of community has defined his career. “I

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FinTech Firms Ease Resistance To California SMB Borrower Protection Rules

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While small business lending has become a platform for some high-profile FinServ scandals in several markets, opponents of expanding borrower protection legislation to small businesses have argued that such regulations would actually hamper financial institutions’ ability to expand credit access for the small business community.

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Best Community Banks to Work For 2022

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Clockwise from top left: Grand Ridge National Bank, Wheaton, Ill.; Community Financial Services Bank, Benton, Ky.; In our annual workplace survey, employees of ICBA’s best community banks to work for told us they benefit from engaging cultures, opportunities for advancement and innovative benefits. Grand Ridge National Bank.

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California Opens Door For San Francisco Public Bank

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California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation allowing for the establishment of public banks in the state, and advocates in San Francisco are jumping at the opportunity. These institutions would connect other public entities to financing, reports explained, so they can fuel various projects to support the local community.

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Community Bank CEO Outlook 2022: Your priorities for the new year

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Independent Banker ’s annual Community Bank CEO Outlook survey reveals how community bank leaders plan to leverage today’s deposit-laden banking environment to grow this year. Janet Silveria, Community Bank of Santa Maria. So, what’s at the top of community bank leaders’ to-do lists? What changes will 2022 bring?

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Compliance changes to watch in 2023

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Community banks must continue to stay focused on regulatory discussions and remain nimble to respond to proposals and address requirements quickly and accurately. Community banks should keep an eye on evolving risks and emerging threats in 2023, including these: Small business data. By Mary Thorson Wright. Evolving risks.

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One SME Lender’s Take On Regulation And Transparency

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One of these lenders, Clearinghouse Community Development Financial Institution , better known as Clearinghouse CDFI, offers an interesting view into the state of SME finance. That focus provides insights into the direct link between lenders, their SME borrowers and the communities in which those businesses operate. A Regional Reach.