BANKPAC Trip Raffle

The IBA BANKPAC is hosting our sixth annual trip raffle fundraiser. Last year, we raised more than $18,000 for the BANKPAC, and our lucky trip winner was Lisa Arnold, HomeBank, SB, Martinsville. Lisa had her choice of an all-expenses paid trip to Costa Rica or $2,500 in cash. Lisa chose the trip and enjoyed the beautiful sights of Costa Rica, where she and her husband were “pampered from start to finish.”

This year, we are again offering $25 raffle tickets for the chance to win an eight-day trip for two to the islands of New England or a $2,500 cash prize. Both state- and nationally chartered bank employees are eligible and encouraged to participate in this opportunity to win a once-in-a-lifetime tour through the enchanting islands of New England.

BANKPAC benefits the industry’s government relations efforts by ensuring that competent, open-minded legislators are elected into office, and that current government officials are kept informed of the issues important to our industry.

Tickets may be purchased until the IBA Annual Convention, Sept. 20-22; the winner need not be present at the Convention to win. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Dax Denton, 317-387-9380.

IBA would like to thank the generosity of our raffle sponsors: KeyState Corporate Management, Principal Financial Group and SHAZAM Network.

Obama’s Financial Regulatory Reform Proposal

On June 17, President Obama unveiled his administration’s financial regulatory reform proposal. In conjunction with the American Bankers Association and the Independent Community Bankers Association, the IBA has prepared a summary of the proposed regulatory reforms. Click here to read the full summary.

Area Lenders to Discuss Today’s Small Business Lending Environment

The Indiana Small Business Development Centers Network is hosting “Small Business Credit: A Banker’s Perspective” forums throughout Indiana. Each forum will consist of questions from a moderator, followed by questions from the audience. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet area lenders to discuss their small business credit needs. To attend a forum, visit the ISBDC website, and click on the appropriate regional map center location. The forum date, time, location and reservation details will be listed under “seminars.” Please check back regularly, as forums are currently being scheduled by the centers throughout the state.

These complimentary forums are open to all Hoosier small businesses, professional service providers, economic development professionals and the general public. The goal is to help restore confidence within the small business community and encourage Indiana’s entrepreneurial spirit.

Protect Your Bank Against Fraud

The Thumbprint Signature Program has been proven to dramatically decrease check fraud, and security professionals believe that early visibility of the program acts as a significant deterrent. By requiring a fingerprint from noncustomers utilizing the special "inkless" Thumbprint touch pad, you can decrease check fraud by up to 75 percent. For more information or to place an order, click here.

IBA Members Print 'Green'

The IBA has recently entered into an exclusive distribution agreement to enable our members to be among the first in the country to use soy-based toner cartridges in their laser printers. SoyPrintTM cartridges are the first laser printer cartridges using toner powder derived from soybeans, rather than oil. Cartridges for the most popular laser printers are now available at prices comparable to brand name versions, plus IBA members save an additional 10 percent. Soy ink has been available for some time, but this bio-based cartridge is the first available anywhere. For more information, contact Paul Freeman, 317-387-9380.