Pub. 5 2017 Issue 1

What Has MIB Been Up To? MIB Partners with MSU to Create a Community Banking Program MIB is pleased to announce that the Association is teaming up with Montana State University to create and implement a community banking program for their students. This program is an exciting development for Montana’s community banking industry. MIB is collaborating with the Montana State University Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship (JCBE) to develop a curriculum that will prepare MSU students for work in Montana’s community banking industry. MIB is pleased to provide the initial seed money for the program, which will be used by MSU to develop coursework relevant to the business of community banking; to build a foundation for MSU students to learn abou t community banking, to institute a collaborative system by and between the JCBE and Montana community banks. MIB is particularly excited about the creation of a statewide internship program for those students involved. The internship will bring students from the classroom into participating community banks, where the students will begin building hands - on knowledge of the industry. This internship has already been done on a trial basis, and has proved to be successful in matching the student with a job in the industry. MIB believes this program will be an excellent tool for MIB’s member banks to recruit employees and to train young Montanans for a career in the community banking industry. MIB has arranged with MSU for its member banks to be able to contribute money to the program, which such sponsorship dollars wil l be used to provide named scholarships for students in the Community Banking Program. As designed, this program provides MIB member banks a meaningful opportunity to meet and interact with students who have chosen the banking industry as their career of choice. Further, the program provides MIB and its member banks with positive exposure to the MSU community and students. Community banking plays a vital role in Montana’s communities. And, as evidenced by the development of the MSU community program, MIB continues to be on the forefront of promoting the interests and values of Montana’s community banks. Nominate An Outstanding Young Banker for Prizes and Acknowledgement at the Convention! To recognize upcoming Montana community banking leaders, we honor one special young banker each year. The recipient will receiv e:  Free 2017 MIB Convention Registration for one person  Three nights lodging at the Great Northern Best Western Hotel during the convention  $100 in travel expenses to the convention  An honor plaque to display in his or her office, and  Prominent mention in the MIB magazine and website. This award is based on the community banking values of good citizenship, community service, and sound banking skills. This award not only recognizes the impact that the candidate has in his or her business each day, but also the difference she or he makes by in vesting in their community. Eligible applicants must be under age 35, employed by a current MIB member bank for three consecutive years or more, and not have been the recipient of a prior MIB Outstanding Young Banker Award. Apply by June 16, 2017 at http:// mibonline.org/training/scholarships - and- awards/ . MIB Offers $2,500 Graduate Banking School Scholarship In order to help our member banks provide the highest quality education to their bank employees, MIB offers a $2,500 scholarship to a graduate - level banking school of their choice. The applicant must have five years minimum banking experience with competencies i n accounting, corporate finance and economics, and be currently employed by a MIB member bank. The applicant must have no prior graduate - level banking school education, though possession of a four - year college degree in any field is encouraged. A disintere sted third party will select the winner by the end of April. Apply at http://mibonline.org/training/scholarships - and- awards/ ! Did You Know You Can Receive Great Discounts Through MIB Partnerships? MIB actively seeks value - added benefits for your membership, and we invite you to check out the following discounts and benefits :  The lowest registration rates in the nation for the acclaimed Community Bankers for Compliance Program.  Free quarterly board packets, customized in - house training, biannual banking roundtables, and 10% off all services to MIB member banks through Anderson ZurMuehlen & Co, P.C.  Comprehensive insurance policies through PayneWest Insurance.  Discounted registration for Community Bankers Webinar Network webinars, generating royalties for MIB.  Discounts on Dell products through the Dell - ICBA - MIB Member Purchasing Plan, generating royalties to MIB.  Discounts on the AMP Loan software fees by eFinancial Solutions, Inc.  Discounts with companies like Verizon, Expedia, and Staples Advantage through National Purchasing Partners. Find information on these benefits and more on our website at http://mibonline.org/membership/benefits/ ! 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