Claremont Savings Bank announced that David Finnerty, President & CEO, was elected to the Federal Delegate Board of The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA). ICBA is the nation’s voice for community banks.
“As a community banker, I’ve seen firsthand the difference that local banks make in people’s lives,” said David Finnerty. “Community banks are essential to building stronger, more resilient local economies, and I’m proud to be part of an organization that advocates for policies that support local businesses, families, and our entire community.”
In addition to helping shape and advocate ICBA’s national policy positions and programs, Finnerty’s duties include engaging in grassroots activities in NH and VT and serving as a liaison between independent community bankers and ICBA staff and leadership in Washington, D.C. He will also work to recruit new members to ICBA. ICBA is the only national organization dedicated exclusively to promoting the interests of locally operated community banks and savings institutions. With trusted financial expertise and high-quality customer service as their hallmarks, community banks offer the best financial services option for millions of consumers, small businesses and agricultural enterprises.
“Dave is an esteemed leader within his community and a passionate advocate for the community banking industry,” said ICBA Chairman Lucas White, president of The Fountain Trust Co. in Covington, Ind. “We are fortunate to have Dave serving as a volunteer on the ICBA Federal Delegate Board, where his wealth of experience and unique insights will undoubtedly benefit not only our industry but also the customers and communities we proudly serve nationwide.”
About ICBA
The Independent Community Bankers of America® has one mission: to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish. We power the potential of the nation’s community banks through effective advocacy, education, and innovation. As local and trusted sources of credit, America’s community banks leverage their relationship-based business model and innovative offerings to channel deposits into the neighborhoods they serve, creating jobs, fostering economic prosperity, and fueling their customers’ financial goals and dreams. For more information, visit ICBA’s website.
