Indiana Bankers Association

08/25/2026

The IBA is proud to announce our participation in the BankChain Alliance, joining state banking associations from across the country in a collaborative effort to explore an industry-owned, bank-governed, banking network designed to support innovation while preserving the strength of banking.

This initiative reflects our commitment to ensuring banks of every size have a voice in shaping the next generation of financial infrastructure.

Read the news release: bit.ly/45JTxRh

08/24/2026

Don't miss the July/August issue of Hoosier Banker! 💡

🔹 Celebrate the work Indiana banks do in their communities with the 2025 C2C award nominees
🔹 A double dose of coverage on interchange fees
🔹 Meet your 2027 IBA officer candidates
🔹 The quiet shift in the balance sheet
and more!

Read it here: bit.ly/4hMi2V4

08/10/2026

- Gov. Mike Braun has appointed Amber R. Van Til, president and CEO of the Indiana Bankers Association, to the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Her term will run through June 30, 2030.

Congratulations, Amber! 👏

Read the news release:

Gov. Mike Braun has appointed Amber R. Van Til, president and CEO of the Indiana Bankers Association, to the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Her term will run through June 30, 2030. Van Til is a past chair and current trustee of the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-...

07/23/2026

Congratulations to the IBA member bankers and associate members named to the Indianapolis Business Journal's 2026 Indiana 250! ⭐

The annual list recognizes Indiana's most influential business leaders, and we're proud to see so many members included among this year's honorees. Join us in celebrating their leadership and impact across our state.

See the full list: indiana250.com/2026

06/29/2026

39 banks. Five pillars. One commitment to strengthening Indiana banking. ⭐

At the IBA Mega Conference in May, we were proud to recognize our 2025 Five Star members for their outstanding engagement in education, leadership development, advocacy, volunteerism and industry support.

Thank you for your continued commitment to advancing Indiana's banking community!

06/19/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, the IBA offices will be closed on Friday, June 19. 🕊️

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 22.

06/09/2026

The May/June issue of Hoosier Banker is here! 📖

Get to know Jim Banks and his role on the Senate Banking Committee, go inside the grand opening of Indiana’s first de novo bank in nearly 20 years, meet six new members of the IBA team, and explore more news and insights impacting Indiana banking.

Read it here:

Learn more about U.S. Sen. Jim Banks, who serves on the Senate Banking Committee; go inside the grand opening of the state's first de novo in nearly 20 years; meet a half-dozen new IBA employees, and more.

06/02/2026

Congratulations to two IBA-member bankers named to the 2026 ICBA 40 Under 40 Community Bank Leaders list!

⭐ Jayde Ketring, agribusiness banking manager at First Bank of Berne
⭐ Abbey Tucker, VP and senior retail officer at First National Bank of Carmi

The annual recognition highlights rising leaders who are making a meaningful impact in their institutions, communities and the future of community banking. 👏

Read more:

Our eighth annual 40 Under 40 Community Bank Leaders awards highlight the people who are shaping the present and future of our industry. The winners stand out for their achievements in the workplace and beyond, from improving operational efficiency and advocating for strong customer service to promo...

05/28/2026

NEWS: Congratulations to this year’s IBA Commitment to Community Award winners!

🏆 Hoosier Heartland State Bank
🏆 JCBank
🏆 Centier Bank

These banks are making a meaningful impact through volunteerism, financial education and local investment across Indiana communities.

Read the full news release: bit.ly/49set1m

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. 🇺🇸

Please note the IBA offices will be closed today, May 25, in observance of the holiday.