Indiana Bankers Association

What Indiana Bankers Association does

The Indiana Bankers Association (IBA), founded in 1897 and headquartered in Indianapolis, is the only statewide banking trade association in Indiana, operating as a non-profit membership organization serving the state's chartered banks. It provides a portfolio of member services spanning government relations advocacy (Indiana BANKPAC, annual Washington Trip, VoterVoice grassroots), professional development (seminars, schools, webinars, certification programs reaching 4,500+ Indiana bankers annually), publications (the bimonthly Hoosier Banker magazine), and workforce development (BankTalentHQ job platform, BankLEAD internships, Financial Services Academy apprenticeship program, Better IN Banking career awareness videos, and the Future Leadership Division). The association is governed by a board composed of executives from member banks, with 2026 Chairman David M. Findlay of Lake City Bank and President & CEO Amber R. Van Til, who has led the organization since 2017.

The IBA generates revenue through three primary streams: recurring membership dues from bank and associate members, education and training program fees (e.g., $250-$795 per session with a 100% surcharge for non-members), and event/conference registration fees for the MEGA Conference, Annual Convention, FLD Leadership & Intern Conference, and regional meetings. It also operates three wholly-owned subsidiaries: the IBA Group Insurance Trust (founded 1957, providing group benefits to 45+ member institutions), the Financial Services Academy (launched 2025), and BankTalentHQ (a talent management platform jointly developed with other state bankers associations). Distribution is direct and membership-based, augmented by a Preferred Service Providers program and partnerships with national entities including The Baker Group (exclusive broker-dealer), Compliance Alliance (co-owned with 32 other state bankers associations), ABA Insurance Services, and ICBA affiliates.

Technically, the IBA is not a technology company. Its underlying technology stack consists of a Drupal-based website (indiana.bank), Zoom for virtual training, Google Groups for peer forums, BankTalentHQ as a job board integrated with social platforms, and standard association back-office systems. There is no proprietary platform architecture, AI/ML capability, or software product disclosed; the association's competitive moat rests on institutional longevity, regulatory positioning, member ecosystem density, and brand trust rather than technology differentiation.

Name

Indiana Bankers Association

Legal name

Indiana Bankers Association

Website

https://indiana.bank

Company type

Private

Founded year

1897

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Indiana Bankers Association, founded in 1897 and headquartered in Indianapolis, is the only statewide banking trade association in Indiana, providing advocacy, professional development, publications, workforce programs, and group insurance to Indiana's chartered banks and their employees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from bank members and associate members that provide access to association benefits, advocacy services, and member resources.
2. Education and Training Programs: Revenue from seminars, schools, webinars, conferences and professional development programs including certification courses.
3. Event Fees: Registration fees for conferences including Mega Conference, Annual Convention, FLD Conference, and other industry events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Indiana Bankers Association is a non-profit membership trade association that provides advocacy, professional education, networking, talent acquisition, and group insurance benefit services to banks operating in Indiana. Members gain access to seminars, schools, certification programs, conferences, a bimonthly magazine, and legislative/regulatory representation through the Indiana BANKPAC and government relations team.

Product overview

The Indiana Bankers Association (IBA) is a trade association serving Indiana's banking community since 1897. Rather than a unified software platform, the IBA offers a portfolio of member services including professional development programs (BankTalentHQ talent management platform, Financial Services Academy apprenticeship program, IBA Education & Training Programs), publications (Hoosier Banker Magazine), advocacy services (Indiana BANKPAC, legislative resources), networking platforms (Future Leadership Division, Google Groups), and a Preferred Service Providers program connecting members with vetted vendors. The association serves over 4,500 Indiana bankers annually through various educational programs and provides employee benefits through the IBA Group Insurance Trust.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BankTalentHQ: A talent management website dedicated to attracting candidates to the banking industry and helping banks find and retain quality employees
• Future Leadership Division (FLD)
• Financial Services Academy
• Indiana BANKPAC
• Hoosier Banker

Products and services

• BankTalentHQ A fee-based talent management website and job board dedicated to attracting candidates to the banking industry and helping Indiana banks find and retain quality employees. Interfaces with social media outlets including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
• Financial Services Academy Indiana's first-of-its-kind statewide banking apprenticeship program for high school students focused on workforce development and employment in the banking industry, developed collaboratively with banking, government, K-12, and higher education leaders.
• Hoosier Banker Magazine The bimonthly magazine publication of the Indiana Bankers Association covering banking industry news, trends, and member profiles for Indiana banking professionals and member institutions.
• IBA Education & Training Programs Comprehensive professional development offerings including seminars, schools, webinars, teleconferences, and certification programs such as Universal Banker Certification Program, Consumer Lending School, CBC III, Retail Banking Management Workshops, and Soft Skills Webinar Series. Reaches over 4,500 Indiana bankers annually.
• Indiana BANKPAC The political action committee of the Indiana Bankers Association providing a unified voice for banking advocacy and grassroots political support at the state and federal levels on behalf of Indiana banks.
• Future Leadership Division (FLD) A membership platform within the IBA supporting the next generation of Indiana bankers through education, networking, and volunteer opportunities, including the FLD Leadership & Intern Conference.
• BankLEAD Internship Program An internship program giving students real-world experience in banking while helping Indiana banks recruit and develop a new generation of banking talent.
• Better IN Banking Video Series A video series showcasing career opportunities in banking to attract professionals to the industry; more than 30,000 Hoosiers have discovered professional life in banking through this series.
• IBA Group Insurance Trust Employee benefit programs providing group medical, dental, vision insurance, life, AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and wellness programs to over 45 IBA member institutions. Founded in 1957.
• Preferred Service Providers Program A curated directory of vetted service providers offering products and services beneficial to Indiana banking institutions, including insurance, compliance, technology, securities, deposits, and consulting solutions.
• Indiana Financial Directory A directory of financial institutions in Indiana providing information about banks and their services for member reference.
• Compensation Survey A compensation survey program providing banking industry compensation data and benchmarks for IBA member institutions.
• IBA Google Groups A peer learning and networking platform enabling Indiana banking professionals to collaborate and share knowledge with peers without leaving their office.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 4,500 Indiana bankers annually participate in IBA seminars, schools, webinars and teleconferences
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• First Internet Bank of IndianaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 May 2026First Internet Bank's Senior Vice President and Chief Risk Officer Anne Sharkey participated as a panelist at the IBA MEGA 2026 Conference to discuss elevating risk management practices and building partnerships between risk and business functions within community banking organizations.
• The Baker GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Baker Group is one of the nation's largest independently owned securities firms focused on investment portfolio management for community banks. Since 1979, it has helped clients enhance decision-making, manage interest rate risk, and optimize portfolio performance. As the exclusive broker-dealer for the Indiana Bankers Association and ICBA Securities, it provides investment products, services, education, proprietary software, and market expertise to support long-term success nationwide.
• ICBA CRA SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorICBA CRA Solutions provides CRA education and training, CRA support services, the CRA Collaborative Peer Group, and CRA qualified loans, investments and grants. Since its inception in 2000, it has helped banks across the country earn meaningful CRA credit through elder financial abuse prevention programs.
• ICBA PaymentsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorICBA Payments, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Independent Community Bankers of America, has been managing payments solutions for the nation's community banks since 1985. They help power the potential of ICBA members through payments-related innovation, education and advocacy.
• ICBA Preferred Service ProvidersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorICBA Preferred Service Providers have earned the highest level of affiliation with ICBA. They are selected by the ICBA Bank Innovation and Solutions Committee to provide unique solutions and education to ICBA member banks.
• Compliance AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe all-inclusive federal banking compliance advisory service owned by 33 State Bankers Associations - staffed with attorneys, former auditors and compliance specialists; all with community banking experience and the know-how to keep your team's knowledge fresh in the ever-changing regulatory landscape.
• BankTalentHQ PartnershipcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBankTalentHQ.com is an IBA-supported talent management website dedicated to attracting candidates to the banking industry and to helping banks find and retain quality employees. This is a partnership with several other state bankers associations.
• Graduate School of Banking at the University of WisconsincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe IBA serves as a liaison for the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin. Several IBA staff members and leaders have completed this program and serve on the GSB Education Directors Advisory Group.
• Corporation for American BankingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA subsidiary of the American Bankers Association, the Corporation for American Banking targets programs that help financial institutions increase efficiencies and improve their bottom lines. CAB-endorsed products are researched and tested by bankers and independent experts to meet stringent quality standards.
• S&P Global Market IntelligenceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorS&P Global Market Intelligence integrates financial and industry data, research and news into tools that help banks track performance, identify investment ideas, understand competitive and industry dynamics, perform valuations and assess credit risk.
• IntraFiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIntraFi is the nation's largest deposit network, connecting thousands of financial institutions. Its solutions provide seamless access to large-dollar deposit and liquidity management services, enabling institutions of all sizes to strengthen customer relationships, reduce risk and increase balance sheet flexibility.
• ABA Insurance ServicescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorABA Insurance Services, a member of Great American Insurance Group, provides professional liability and bond to 35% of banks countrywide, including 1 in 3 Indiana banks. The IBA and ABA co-endorsed insurance program dates back more than 35 years.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Illinois Bankers Association: State banking trade association serving Illinois banks with advocacy, education, and member benefit programs. Comparable state-level trade association model to the IBA.
• Tennessee Bankers Association: Tennessee's state banking trade association providing education, advocacy, and member services to Tennessee banks. Comparable state-level peer to the IBA.
• Ohio Bankers League: Ohio's state banking trade association, providing advocacy, education, and member services to Ohio banks. Direct comparable in scope, scale, and member services to the IBA.
• Michigan Bankers Association: Michigan's state banking trade association offering advocacy, education, and member services to Michigan banks. Closely comparable to the IBA in mission and operating model.
• Pennsylvania Bankers Association: Pennsylvania's state banking trade association offering advocacy, education, and member services to in-state banks. A direct peer in the state banking association peer set.
• Wisconsin Bankers Association: Wisconsin's state banking trade association, with the IBA serving as liaison to the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin. Operates a comparable state-level trade association model.
• Kentucky Bankers Association: Kentucky's state banking trade association providing education, advocacy, and member services to in-state banks. Operates an analogous trade association model to the IBA.

Broad incumbents

• American Bankers Association (ABA): National trade association for the U.S. banking industry, providing federal advocacy, education, insurance services, and compliance resources. A broader, national-level incumbent that overlaps with IBA services and competes for member mindshare.
• Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA): National trade association representing community banks, with payments, securities, and preferred service provider subsidiaries that overlap with IBA offerings. Partnered with the IBA through ICBA Payments and CRA Solutions.

Regional players

• Indiana Mortgage Bankers Association: Indiana's mortgage banking industry trade association, sharing executive leadership with the IBA (IBA's Chief Policy Officer and VP of Strategic Partnerships also serve as its executive director). Adjacent trade association serving a related segment in the same state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/IndianaBankers
• Facebookfacebook.com/IndianaBankersAssociation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/indianabankers

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

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