Strategy
01/28/2023

Succession Planning, Deposit Competition in the Spotlight

Bank Director’s Michelle King and Laura Schield kick off the 29th annual Acquire or Be Acquired Conference with a preview of some of the trends expected to dominate conversations this year. Talent and succession planning, competition for deposits, and scale to drive technology investments, are all top of mind for bankers in 2023.

WRITTEN BY

Michelle King

President

Michelle King is president of Bank Director and FinXTech. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the strategy and financial performance of the company. Michelle joined Bank Director in 2011. She is focused on leading the company’s business development, bank services efforts, marketing, public relations and branding. This includes efforts to reach senior bank executives and board members along with corporate clients and prospective clients. In addition, she frequently meets with CEOs, chairs of the board, c-level executives and members of the board to provide services and support to these officers and directors. Michelle is a member of the Bank Director board and serves on the Executive Committee.

WRITTEN BY

Laura Schield

Chief Operating Officer

Laura Schield is the chief operating officer of Bank Director and FinXTech, and has served in numerous roles with the company since her start in 2010. Her primary focus is overseeing the day-to-day operational functions of the company. She is responsible for leading the planning and production of conferences and events, handling all aspects of human resources and managing the teams responsible for data, circulation, accounting and finance. She also integrates and implements new projects as the company continues to grow. Laura is a member of Bank Director’s board of directors and serves on the Executive Committee.