Indiana Bankers Association

04/02/2026

📣 The March/April issue of Hoosier Banker is here!

In this issue:
• A look at our 2026 Mega Conference keynote speakers
• Insight into the Fed’s balancing act on its dual mandate
• Why community banks should lead the charge on innovation
• What a more modern approach to bank supervision means for you
• And more ⭐

Dive in and stay ahead of what’s shaping the industry:

Meet our keynote speakers for the 2026 Mega Conference; delve into the Fed's balancing act between its dual mandate; the case for community banks to write the rules on innovation instead of following them; bankruptcy trends to watch in 2026; and more.

03/26/2026

IBA’s Mega Conference is back and better than ever, bringing together industry experts, thought leaders and banking professionals for three days of networking, learning and innovation! 💡

🔗 Learn more and register: bit.ly/4lTzLtH

03/16/2026

In case you missed it: the digital edition of Hoosier Banker has a new home! 🏡

Now at HoosierBanker.com, you can find the content you’re looking for not only by issue, but also by topic through an easy-to-navigate menu or the search bar.

🔎 Explore the new site and start reading today: HoosierBanker.com

02/19/2026

We are excited to kick off the year with a new and improved HB Digital experience! ✨

Meet Chairman David Findlay and FLD President Greg Barnes, plus dive in to data privacy and security issues, Indiana’s new earned wage access law, managing interest rate risk, supporting account holders through the mental toll of money stress, and more in the January/February issue of Hoosier Banker.

Read it here: bit.ly/3MFFsOz

02/12/2026

Over 60 IBA members joined us earlier this week for the IBA Future Leadership Division Day at the Statehouse, a strong day of advocacy and engagement in Indianapolis!

From policy updates with our Government Relations team to meetings with legislators and insights from Jon Schwantes, the event reinforced why grassroots advocacy is so important to Indiana banking. 🤝

Thank you to all the bankers and legislators who participated!

02/03/2026

🔐 Take your bank’s security posture to the next level!

Join us for the IBA Cyber, Fraud & Physical Security Conference.

📅 March 4–6
📍 Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel

Learn emerging trends and practical tools, plus connect with fellow community bank security professionals.

Learn more and register: bit.ly/3MfYsmE

01/27/2026

Looking to invest in your bank’s next generation of leaders?

The IBA Leadership Development Program combines world-class instruction with real-world application, helping participants grow personally and professionally while delivering immediate value back to their bank.

This program isn’t easy – and that’s the point. It’s built for future leaders who are motivated, collaborative and ready to excel.

Learn more: bit.ly/4rcLPb4

01/19/2026

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we pause to honor a legacy rooted in leadership, service and positive change. 🤝

The IBA offices are closed today in observance of the holiday.

01/12/2026

📣 The 2026 IBA Board of Directors is officially in place.

Led by Chairman David M. Findlay of Lake City Bank, the board brings together banking leaders from across Indiana to help guide the Association in the year ahead.

➡️ View the full board lineup:

David M. Findlay, chairman and CEO of Lake City Bank, Warsaw, and its holding company, Lakeland Financial Corporation, has taken his seat as 2026 chairman of the Indiana Bankers Association Board of Directors.

01/06/2026

Your bank is already making a difference in your community – now it’s time to be recognized for it!

The IBA Commitment to Community Awards celebrate Indiana banks giving back through service, volunteerism and local investment.

If that sounds like your bank, we encourage you to nominate yourself by Jan. 31.

Learn more and submit a nomination here: bit.ly/40CLfIQ

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉

As we welcome 2026, we’re especially grateful for our members and the work we do together to support Indiana’s banking community.

Here’s to a great year ahead!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at the IBA 🎄

Wishing you and your loved ones a day filled with joy, peace and special moments.

Thank you for being part of our IBA community!