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Presentation preview: Innovation, AI, and the Future of Community Banking Artificial Intelligence, faster payments, fraud prevention, customer experience, and data strategy are increasingly connected challenges for community banks. Combined, they are reshaping how banks compete, serve customers, manage risk, and plan for the future. That will be the focus of the innovation presentation at the

Margins remain tight across much of the ag economy, and uncertainty continues to influence decisions on the farm and in rural businesses. From rising input costs to evolving technology and global market pressures, the issues affecting agriculture are also shaping conversations inside community banks across Iowa. That’s the focus of this year’s ag panel discussion

There’s a lot competing for your time right now. Travel, budgets, staffing, it all adds up. So if you’re going to step away from the office, it needs to be worth it. That’s exactly how we approach convention. This is your opportunity to spend time with people who understand the same pressures you’re navigating every

A Practical New Resource to Help Banks Address Financial Fraud Financial fraud continues to change quickly, and no single bank can track every new scheme on its own. Staying informed requires timely information and practical insight from others facing similar challenges. CBI is introducing a new member resource designed to support that effort: the Financial

The Power of Local Leadership Most people remember where they were when the floodwaters rose in Northwest Iowa in the summer of 2024. They remember the streets under water, the sandbags lining neighborhoods, and the long days that followed. What many may not have fully seen is what happened next. In moments like these, leadership

Storey Kenworthy: A Shared Commitment to Community Service and Innovation Throughout the last 90 years, Storey Kenworthy has grown from a small office supply shop in downtown Des Moines into Iowa’s largest independent provider of business products and workplace solutions. At its core, the company’s evolution mirrors that of the community banks it proudly serves:

2026 Community Banking Month Poster Contest The application period for this year’s poster contest is now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated, and please stay tuned for information about next year’s contest! Congratulations to our 2026 Poster Contest Winners! Six $50 winners Milly Johnson, Spencer Middle School, NW Bank Brea Leusink, Sioux Center Intermediate

SEDC Joins CBI: A Partnership with Community Banks Built on Shared Values Siouxland Economic Development Corp. (SEDC) is excited to announce our partner membership with CBI. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to supporting community banks throughout the state of Iowa and the small businesses they serve. Community banks demonstrated their values during the PPP

A Year of Growth, Connection, and Gratitude —Michael Gathman, CEO of Community Bankers of Iowa As we wrap up another year of serving Iowa’s community banks, we want to take a moment to say thank you for your trust, your involvement, and your ongoing commitment to strengthening the communities we all call home. 2025 was

The Power of Teamwork in Fighting Fraud —Quentin McConkey, BTC Bank As a teenager standing under the bright lights of my hometown football games in Albany, Missouri, I learned the meaning and value of teamwork. That lesson stuck with me. After high school, it was reinforced during high-stress training at the Missouri State Highway Patrol