One Bank’s Approach to Improving Its Culture
This board takes a more active role in developing its company culture.
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Community Banking Basics for 2020
Expense reductions, cost controls and right-sizing will be a key focus for banks in 2020.
The Trouble That Johnny Allison Sees
Home Bancshares CEO Johnny Allison criticizes the shoddy underwriting practices found in today’s commercial loan market.
Talking Too Much About Board Diversity
Two recent studies find that support for board diversity initiatives is declining — both inside the boardroom and among shareholders.
Staying Relevant In The Payments Revolution
Traditional banks risk being left behind in the payments revolution.
Generational Shift Complicates Shareholder Succession
Early awareness and proper planning can mitigate this significant challenge facing community banks.
Four Interesting Insights from Two Very Interesting Bankers
To understand the success of Hingham Institution for Savings, you need to appreciate the unusual ways that Robert and Patrick Gaughen think about banking.
How Innovative Banks Make Mortgages Work
A partnership with one of the biggest names in tech insulated this community bank from competition with a major mortgage disruptor.
Defending Commercial Deposits From Emerging Risks
With the right fintech partner, banks can cement their relationships with corporate customers.
The Year Ahead in Banking Regulation
The Community Reinvestment Act, brokered deposits regulations and LIBOR transition top regulators’ focus in 2020.
Will Iran Target U.S. Banks?
Federal banking regulators seem to believe that U.S. financial institutions could be targets of reprisal following the death of its top general in a drone attack last month.