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The mission of Community Bankers of Iowa is to promote public endorsement of independent banking and to support and secure an environment that is favorable to independent ownership and local control of Iowa banks.

There’s a lot to keep an eye on in agriculture right now.The Virtual Ag Conference will bring together perspectives from...
10/30/2026

There’s a lot to keep an eye on in agriculture right now.

The Virtual Ag Conference will bring together perspectives from across the industry to talk about the ag economy, markets, farm policy and what could be ahead.

The two-hour virtual event will also include a roundtable discussion, giving community bankers a broader look at the issues affecting their ag customers and local communities.

Register today and join us November 19.
https://members.cbiowa.bank/calendar/Details/virtual-ag-conference-1544985?sourceTypeId=Website

Time spent outdoors with fellow Iowa community bankers is something we’ll never take for granted.A big thank you to ever...
10/28/2026

Time spent outdoors with fellow Iowa community bankers is something we’ll never take for granted.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s CBI Fall Hunt! We’re grateful for another great day of fresh air, good conversation and time spent connecting outside of the bank.

Until next year!

Your Community Banking Toolkit is ready. Now, let’s put it to work.We’ve done the heavy lifting so you don’t have to sta...
10/26/2026

Your Community Banking Toolkit is ready. Now, let’s put it to work.

We’ve done the heavy lifting so you don’t have to start from scratch. CBI members have access to ready-to-use resources that make it easier to share what makes community banking different.

Getting started is simple:

Download the resources.
Add your bank’s name, logo and details.
Use them across your social media, emails, website, print materials and more.

Pick what works for your bank, make it your own and start sharing your community banking story.

Download the Community Banking Toolkit: https://cbiowa.bank/community-banking-toolkit/

Have you checked out the latest issue of the Community Banker Update?Catch up on news, insights and resources for Iowa’s...
10/23/2026

Have you checked out the latest issue of the Community Banker Update?

Catch up on news, insights and resources for Iowa’s community bankers, and see what’s happening across CBI and the industry.

Whether you’re looking for a quick update or something to dig into, the latest issue has you covered.

📖 Catch up on the latest issue: https://cbiowa.bank/news/

Fraud prevention starts with awareness.During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, take the opportunity to help your customers...
10/21/2026

Fraud prevention starts with awareness.

During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, take the opportunity to help your customers recognize potential scams, protect their information and make safer financial decisions.

CBI’s Fraud Awareness Toolkit makes it easier to share important fraud prevention messages with your customers and community. Use these ready-to-share resources to reinforce the warning signs of fraud and help customers know what to look for before they become a victim.

🔐 Access the Fraud Awareness Toolkit: https://cbiowa.bank/marketing/

Kent Thiesse has spent decades working alongside agriculture, bringing experience from both farm management and communit...
10/20/2026

Kent Thiesse has spent decades working alongside agriculture, bringing experience from both farm management and community banking.

At the Virtual Ag Conference, he’ll bring that perspective to the conversation.

Kent currently serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Ag Loan Officer for MinnStar Bank. Before that, he spent 28 years as an Extension Educator in Agriculture with the University of Minnesota Extension Service. He also writes the weekly “FOCUS ON AG” column and regularly speaks on farm management and agricultural issues.

Kent will kick off the conference with a look at what’s happening at the farm level, then return later in the morning to moderate our expert roundtable.

November 19, 2026 | 9:00–11:00 AM CST

Join us to hear what Kent is seeing on the ground and how it connects to the bigger picture in agriculture.

https://members.cbiowa.bank/calendar/Details/virtual-ag-conference-1544985?sourceTypeId=Website

What a fantastic two days of networking, learning, and connecting with community bankers from across Iowa!Thank you to e...
10/19/2026

What a fantastic two days of networking, learning, and connecting with community bankers from across Iowa!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Executive Management Conference and Young Bankers of Iowa Innovation Conference. Bringing these two conferences together gave us the opportunity to connect with bankers from across the state, hear from an outstanding lineup of speakers, and share ideas that will help strengthen Iowa’s community banking industry.

With the 2026 conference officially in the books, we’re already looking forward to next year!

📅 Mark your calendars: The 2027 Executive Management and Young Bankers of Iowa Innovation Conference will be held November 2 & 3, 2027.

We hope to see you there for another fantastic year of learning, connecting, and celebrating community banking in Iowa!

As we pack our bags and head home this afternoon, we want to take a moment to spotlight the incredible sponsors who help...
10/16/2026

As we pack our bags and head home this afternoon, we want to take a moment to spotlight the incredible sponsors who helped make this year’s event possible!

Without the support of our sponsors, many of the opportunities we’re able to provide our member bankers simply wouldn’t be possible. We’re grateful for their continued investment in Iowa’s community banking industry and the bankers we serve.

Please join us in giving this year’s sponsors a virtual round of applause for helping make the 2026 Executive Management and Young Bankers of Iowa Innovation Conference such a success! 👏

Tomorrow marks Day 1 of this year's Executive Management and Young Bankers of Iowa Innovation Conference!Before you head...
10/14/2026

Tomorrow marks Day 1 of this year's Executive Management and Young Bankers of Iowa Innovation Conference!

Before you head to Coralville, take a look at the conference schedule in the images below and use this quick checklist to make sure you're ready for two great days of learning and networking.

Don't Forget:
✔ Business cards
✔ Charged devices
✔ Notebook & pen
✔ A readiness to connect

See you in Coralville!

Financial institutions can look pretty similar on paper. But community banks are different.You build relationships, supp...
10/13/2026

Financial institutions can look pretty similar on paper. But community banks are different.

You build relationships, support local businesses and invest in the communities you serve.

Our Community Banking Toolkit makes it easier to tell that story. Inside, you’ll find customizable website copy, social posts, email content, a press release, lobby poster, employee talking points and more.

Simply add your bank’s name, logo and contact information, and you’re ready to share what makes community banking different.

Download the toolkit today: https://cbiowa.bank/community-banking-toolkit/

Address

521 East Locust Street
Des Moines, IA
50309

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

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