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Beyond M&A: Staying Relevant Through Innovation & Transformation
Leading banks are transforming their business models to gain a competitive advantage.
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Roles in the Boardroom and Why They Matter
It can be a challenge to calibrate roles in the boardroom, but effective governance depends on it.
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When Things Go Sideways: Managing Deal Crises
Not all deals are a success. How do acquirers prepare for and manage M&A pitfalls?
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Key Trends & Topics in 2016
Tom Michaud of KBW outlines the expectations for the banking industry, including the traits of the banks best positioned to be strong performers in 2016.
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Preparing Your Bank for Sale
Want to increase your bank’s value in the eye of a potential acquirer? Here’s how.
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When Recruiting Directors, Keep the Big Picture in Mind
Bank Director interviews a recruiter and chairman of Wintrust Financial Corp. about trends in director recruitment and how to best approach the process.
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Talent Management at the Top
Jennie Carlson of U.S. Bancorp reveals how the bank focuses on executive-level talent management, including diversity and succession planning.
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A Director’s Viewpoint: What Makes a Good Bank Director?
A director and former bank CEO speaks out about his personal experiences with good and not-so-good directors.
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Improving Branch Profitability: We Ask the Experts
Bank Director asks: What’s the No. 1 thing banks should do to improve the profitability of their branches?
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How Will Rising Interest Rates Impact Your Bank?
This article describes how interest rates affect the bank’s balance sheet, and what questions board members should be asking to provide oversight of interest rate risk.