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New ICBA chairman Derek Williams’ commitment to community

Independent Banker

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.

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Charles Potts: Next-level collaboration

Independent Banker

ICBA has a growing network of people and resources community banks can tap into as they continue their innovation journeys. The ThinkTECH Accelerator is one of several initiatives underway this year to foster community bank-enabled fintech partnerships. By Charles Potts, ICBA.

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How to prepare for FedNow: 5 Steps for your financial institution

Abrigo

The FedNow Service enables community financial institutions to stay competitive by meeting instant payment demands. Many of Abrigo's 2,400 community bank and credit union clients plan to incorporate the FedNow Service into their product offerings. Make FedNow work for your bank or credit union.

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Technology Association of Georgia Hosts Inaugural Event: FinTech South

William Mills

Winning companies had to have ties to Georgia; have established customers and revenue streams; and provide innovative solutions in the fintech space. Along with bragging rights, Qoins will also receive a $50,000 cash award and will be accepted into the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Accelerate program for one year at no charge.

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CBA of Georgia Spring Meetings: Change Continues to Impact Community Banks

William Mills

The Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) held its annual spring meetings in cities across the state which this year included Macon, Hoschton and Albany (pronounced ALL-benie if you’re not from around these parts). The CBA has approximately two hundred community banking members. Hello, I’m a Millennial.

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CBA of Georgia Spring Meetings: Change Continues to Impact Community Banks

William Mills

The Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) held its annual spring meetings in cities across the state which this year included Macon, Hoschton and Albany (pronounced ALL-benie if you’re not from around these parts). The CBA has approximately two hundred community banking members. Hello, I’m a Millennial.

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AI and generative AI use cases in banking: 6 real-world examples

Abrigo

WATCH Takeaway 1 Understanding generative AI and how peers are using AI and genAI helps financial institution leaders and management vet the technology and related risks. Nevertheless, understanding the technology is crucial. Even if a financial institution isn’t yet using the technology, it can learn from peers.

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