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Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers (PACB) exclusively represents the interests of community banks in PA.
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The mission of the Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers is to empower community banks to positively impact their communities.
Calling all #CommunityBank risk management professionals!

Join us for PACB's Risk Management MEET-UP on 2/10 at 10:00 am!

Register: https://web.pacb.org/atlas/events/pacb-community-bank-risk-management-collaborative-meet-up-12723/details

#meetup #banklocally
February 5, 2026 at 2:43 PM
PACB President and CEO Kevin Shivers responds to Governor Shapiro's 2026-27 budget address, calling for action to empower banks to help consumers keep their funds safe from fraud.

https://web.pacb.org/news/NewsArticleDisplay.aspx?articleid=6118

February 3, 2026 at 8:42 PM
PACB, the PA Bankers Association & the Cross State Credit Union Association are educating consumers about a bill that would disrupt how credit & debit transactions are processed - leading to financial chaos for small businesses & consumers.

More: https://web.pacb.org/atlas/web-content/26441
February 2, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Great news from PACB member Jonestown Bank & Trust Co. (JBT), which recently donated $10,000 to Lebanon Rescue Mission through the Elan Charitable Giving Program, which supports its work to provide hope, healing, & lasting change for individuals and families.

#GivingBack #CommunityBanking
January 30, 2026 at 3:01 PM
PACB members testified today at the PA Capitol on a bill that would reduce the Mutual Thrift Income Tax for mutual banks.

John Gill, president and CEO of Marquette Savings Bank, and CEO Chuck Marston of SR Snodgrass spoke in support of HB 788.

#LevelThePlayingField #BankLocally
January 28, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Great virtual chat today with the PACB team and Joe Budash and Olivia Ness with the Philadelphia Fed on several topics, including stablecoin, AI, generational banking needs, fraud concerns, and more!

#BankLocal #CommunityBanking #FederalReserve
January 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM
We sadly share the passing of Ambler Savings Bank's Martin Brown, retired president and CEO and trustee.

PACB extends our heartfelt condolences to Martin’s wife, Diane, & the entire Brown family.

Obituary and arrangements: https://www.urbanfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Martin-R-Brown?obId=47064653
January 26, 2026 at 5:21 PM
PACB has officially launched the Community Bank Collaborative MEET-UP - a virtual peer to peer forum to connect professionals to share ideas, discuss challenges, & explore industry trends!

More: https://www.pacb.org/community-bank-collaborative-meet-ups.html

#MeetUP #communitybanks #BankLocally
January 22, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Mark your calendars *and* register for PACB's Maximizing Mutuality conference!

To register/more info: https://web.pacb.org/atlas/events/pacb-2026-maximizing-mutuality-conference-april-30-may-1-2026--12726/details

#Mutuality #MutualBanks #BankLocally
January 20, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Our partners at Barret School of Banking have only *5* spots left for its Leadership Academy on 4/20-23!

See details in the pic and to register/additional info: https://barretbanking.org/landings/bela-landing/

#CommunityBanking #BankingEducation
January 19, 2026 at 2:02 PM
PACB President & CEO Kevin Shivers took part in a special event at East Lycoming High School in Lycoming County, PA with sponsor & #communitybank Journey Bank as they welcomed former NBA player & national speaker Chris Herren, sharing his personal story of addiction, recovery & resilience.
January 16, 2026 at 2:02 PM
The PACB team and its leadership teams have been busy this week in Harrisburg and in DC advocating for #communitybanks, ensuring legislators on both 'hills' are aware of the vital impacts you and your banks make every day across PA!

#banklocally #advocacy
January 15, 2026 at 9:43 PM
#CommunityBankers - Hometown Banker's Year in Review is on its way to mailboxes!

This edition of PACB's quarterly magazine features highlights from 2025 and thought-provoking articles for 2026.

#PACB #BankLocally #CommunityBanking
January 13, 2026 at 2:01 PM
PACB's Kevin Shivers is being featured on the "What the M" podcast!

Kevin discussed how PACB plays a vital role w/our community banks, our org's continued growth, & more!

Listen: https://whatthem.buzzsprout.com/2047421/episodes/18482191-episode-62-kevin-shivers

#BankLocally #CommunityBanking
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January 12, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Heads up - PACB President & CEO Kevin Shivers will be featured on the "What the M" podcast next week discussing PACB & the vital roles it plays in supporting community banking in cities large and small across PA!

Find out more about the podcast: https://whatthem.buzzsprout.com/
January 8, 2026 at 6:01 PM
#CommunityBankers - our partners at the Barret School of Banking have opened up their graduate session for 2026!

For more details and to register: https://barretbanking.org/landings/graduateschool/

#BankingEducation #BarretSchoolofBanking #BankingEducation
January 8, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Happy 2026 !

Our team at PACB wishes you a great and healthy start to the new year 🎉🎉🎉
January 1, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Wishing you a happy and safe New Year!
December 31, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The PACB team had a blast today at our annual holiday party with an awesome lunch and some go-kart activity (go-karting...I guess that can be a verb?)!

A fun day celebrating another successful year and looking ahead to 2026!

#BankLocal #CommunityBanking #PACB
December 22, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Give your #communitybanking team the tools to grow, engage and lead - for one low price!

Now through 1/31/26, you can get special @pacommbankers member pricing for our #NextGenU All Access Pass!

Find out more & register: https://web.pacb.org/atlas/web-content/25420

#BankEducation #PACB #NextGenU
December 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
#CommunityBankers - plan ahead for 2026 for your employees!

Register today for PACB's All Access Pass - you get access to:
- 4 live conferences
- 20 plus webinars
- 36 education sessions
- 6 tracks of learning!
All for one low price!

More: https://www.pacb.org/2026-all-access-education-pass.html
December 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
PACB President & CEO Kevin Shivers is volunteering with students at BizTown, powered by Junior Achievement of South Central PA.

PACB is proud to support the good citizens of BizTown, who are operating 15 companies, a bank, local news stations, & running the town government!
December 15, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Our partners at Barret School of Banking will be hosting two 2026 banque sim events!

More info/to register: https://barretbanking.org/landings/banque-sim/
December 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We may be a bit 'snowed in' today, but we're still working for our #communitybanks!
December 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM