What are the Rules and Guidelines for Director Independence?
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP discusses the rules and parameters of director independence and define fiduciary duties for board members, as well as what constitutes a conflict of interest.
Industry Update: “Clearly We are in a Slow Growth to No Growth Environment”
Bank stocks have rebounded but earnings are still under pressure, says Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Vice Chairman John Duffy.
Trends and Regulations in Incentive Pay
Naomi Snyder of Bank Director describes the various trends and regulations and explains the difference between what is mandated and what is recommended.
Best Practices for Complying with Fair Lending Laws
Arnold & Porter LLP provides an overview of the fair lending laws, best practices, the referral process, and recent fair lending hot topics.
The Asset/Liability Committee: What Regulators Want and What Board Members Need to Know
Darling Consulting Group discusses putting regulatory expectations and prudent asset/liability management practices into perspective.
The Job of a Chief Risk Officer
Steve Figliuolo, corporate risk officer for Citizens Republic Bancorp, talks about his job, how he works with the board and how to find a good chief risk officer.
Regulatory Requirements of Audit Committees
Bank audit committees are highly regulated. They have rules and responsibilities designated by FDIC regulations, by the Securities and Exchange Commission if they are publicly
Audit 101
Today, the bank’s audit committee remains arguably the most important committee for any depository institution. The audit committee selects and oversees the external auditor; supervises
A Director’s Guide to Corporate Governance 101
The day when the board’s focus was limited to approving loans and marketing the bank in the community is long past. Today’s boards face a
Worth The Effort: Strategic Planning for Superior Bank Performance in the Post-Economic Crisis
Sheshunoff Consulting explores best practices in strategic planning that deliver proven results and are utilized by high performers in the industry.