IBAT has a variety of membership options to accommodate banks, individuals and firms wishing to become part of the largest state independent bankers association in the country. Click on the appropriate membership class below to see a brief outline of dues and benefits, as well as information on how to join.
Serves a single county of domicile plus contiguous counties OR makes a majority of its loans in the local service area from which deposits are drawn
Accepts the philosophy of independent banks as evidenced by their actions and support
Limited Participant - FDIC-insured banks that do not meet the criteria of regular membership may be "limited participants" with rights and privileges established by the Board of Directors, provided that such limited participants may not:
Hold elective office;
Vote generally for the Board of Directors or officers of the Association;
Vote on provisions relating to Articles, Bylaws, or governing resolutions; or
Hold themselves out as regular members of the Association.
Leadership Division- Any officer or director of an IBAT bank, associate or affiliate member.
Associate- Companies (not individuals) that offer products and services to the banking industry. Banks and bank subsidiaries are not eligible for this membership category.
Affiliate - Sole proprietorships or law offices that offer products and services to the banking industry, and that don't need all the benefits of Associate membership. Affiliate membership is for an individual, not a company.
Comments & Questions
If you would like to comment or have questions about this information,
please call Darlene Revers in our membership department at (800) 749-4228
or email drevers@ibat.org.
