On May 19, 2026, hundreds of the sharpest minds in community banking arrived in downtown Omaha, Nebraska to connect, learn, recharge, inspire, and be inspired at Haberfeld Symposium 2026. The Haberfeld team was there as hosts and presenters, but our chief role was to...
What if you could clearly see what’s ahead for your team, your institution, and your own journey? This year’s Haberfeld Symposium is happening May 19–21 in Omaha, and we invite you to join us as we Illuminate What’s Next! For three dynamic days, you’ll step...
The Community Bank CEO Outlook 2026 highlights a familiar but intensifying reality for community FIs: the coming year will reward banks that double down on fundamentals. While economic conditions and competitive pressures continue to evolve, the survey makes one thing...
Thanksgiving’s done, the turkeys are leftovers, and the pies just a sweet memory. Black Friday came and went. Some opted to dive headfirst into the chaos of malls and megastores; others steered clear and stayed cozy. But what about Small Business Saturday (November...
For community financial institutions looking to grow sustainably, focusing on checking account acquisition isn’t just smart—it’s essential. At Haberfeld, we leverage a deep well of data gathered from our extensive client portfolio and the broader banking industry to...
The following is the first of two blog articles delving into the unique advantages community banks and credit unions have over larger financial institutions, particularly in terms of personalized customer service. It feels like we live in a financial landscape...
After months and months of planning and organizing, the day finally arrived that we gathered at the Tapatio Cliffs Resort in Phoenix for Haberfeld Symposium 2025. Now that it’s over, we’ve come away with memories, photos, stronger relationships, new friends, and a...
April is Community Banking Month, a perfect time to reflect on the significant impact that local FIs have on both individual customers and the communities they serve. While the convenience and familiarity of larger national FIs may be tempting, there are plenty of...
February is a month to share the love! (And we don’t just mean hearts and cupids.) Last year, we talked about how financial institutions can show the love to their communities. This year, we want to discuss how FIs can share that appreciation with their employees! In...
The following is the third and final blog in our three-part series addressing the importance of managing attrition for community financial institutions. There is no secret that attrition is a high priority for community FIs these days as the battle for deposits...