Growth
01/29/2023

Safe Growth in 2023

The first day of Acquire or Be Acquired wrapped with a discussion about growth in a rising rate environment, coupled with the prospect of recession this year. As Jack Milligan, editor-at-large at Bank Director, explains in this video, banks could zero in on their core deposit base, identify borrowers who could struggle in a difficult economy, and stick to lending in markets and businesses they know. By focusing on safe growth in 2023, banks can set themselves up for success in 2024.

WRITTEN BY

Jack Milligan

Editor-at-Large

Jack Milligan is the Editor-At-Large of Bank Director magazine, a position to which he brings over 40 years of experience in financial journalism organizations. Jack contributes to Bank Director’s editorial coverage and leads its director training efforts. In 2022, Jack developed Bank Director’s Director Certification Program to bring much-needed governance training to bank boards.

 

Jack is a nationally recognized speaker at financial industry conferences.  Over Jack’s tenure, he has interviewed some of the most notable bank CEOs and senior leaders in the financial industry. He has a master’s degree in Journalism from The Ohio State University.