Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

As we kick off this year’s lending issue, I want to pause for a moment to reflect on just how much lending has changed. While it has had some benefits, like stronger risk management for our banks, it has made the customer process much more daunting. But community banks have adapted to address that shift.

Lending 141

Lending Idaho Nevada Oregon 141

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2020

And how did community banks and credit unions respond to the COVID craziness? Financial institutions went from having no PPP lending program at all to funding their first loan in 90 days – and this with literally last-minute regulatory guidance. The Tiny Bank that Did It Award UBank of Texas. Let us break it down for you.

Idaho 181

Idaho Community Industry Strategy 181

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Kent Oram, CEO, Idaho Central Credit Union – As evolution, revolution and occasional shareholder dilution occur across the industry, a leader in Idaho has quietly worked over the past 12 years on accumulating legendary performance. The workplace a millennial will most confuse with Silicon Valley – Live Oak Bank in North Carolina.

Idaho 148

Idaho Conference Data Marketing 148

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2015

It’s been almost 20 years since the IPO but this team keeps delivering growth and outstanding financial performance while keeping the values of the hometown bank that started it all. Community bank marketing resources. Information Management Award. Popular Community Bank in Miami. Bravo OZRK! Just asking.

Community Bank 60

Community Bank Apple Community Technology 60

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 19, 2016

The 2016 Gonzo Marketing Medal – Goes to Elevations Credit Union for its “Egg Lending” campaign. The Millenials as Funding Award – Goes to Dime Community Bank for attracting press attention when it appealed to hipsters in Brooklyn as a means of funding its powerful commercial real estate niche. Check it out on YouTube.

Utah 60

Utah System Community Marketing 60

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 19, 2016

The 2016 Gonzo Marketing Medal – Goes to Elevations Credit Union for its “Egg Lending” campaign. The Millenials as Funding Award – Goes to Dime Community Bank for attracting press attention when it appealed to hipsters in Brooklyn as a means of funding its powerful commercial real estate niche. Check it out on YouTube.

Utah 60

Utah System Community Marketing 60