Growth
01/31/2026

Beyond M&A: Exploring Your Growth Options

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Banks today face myriad growth challenges, whether their goal is to find a suitable deal partner or earn their independence via organic growth. Bank Director’s Acquire or Be Acquired Conference, held annually in Phoenix, Arizona, has evolved over more than three decades to help bank leaders navigate those kinds of questions. On the eve of the conference kickoff, Bank Director CEO Michelle King and Chief Operating Officer and President Laura Schield share some key themes on this year’s agenda.