Our mission… collectively creating
value for community banking.

The Independent Bankers Association of Texas was organized in 1974 "...to promote the interests of independent banking in areas vital to independent banks." Today, IBAT continues to be a pioneer in providing products and services to its member banks. IBAT is a trade association representing more than 2,000 Texas community banks and branches. Our members enjoy a wide variety of membership services directed by some 150 volunteer leaders and an experienced, dedicated, and responsive staff with a combined experience of over 200 years of service to the banking industry.