Committees : Governance
Investing in Formal Leadership Development and Succession Planning
As the baby-boomer exodus from the workplace grows in the coming years, many banks will find themselves with a groundswell of leadership positions to fill.
Icebergs Ahead: Five Questions Every Board Should Ask the CISO
You don't need to be an expert in technology to ask questions of the CISO.
Board Packets: How Much Is Too Much?
Board packets are growing in size and current bank director and former CEO Joe Garrett weighs in on what can be done to improve them.
Getting Diverse Candidates to the C-Suite
U.S. Bank's head of human resources, Jennie Carlson, discusses her efforts to get more diversity in the C-suite.
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.
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.
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.
How to Get the Most out of Your Annual Reviews
This article offers a guide to conducting board evaluations and what to discuss.
Succeeding With Your Succession Plan
Douglas P. Faucette explores the legal contracts and incentives that will ensure your succession plan works.
Banks Grapple With Succession Planning
U.S. Bank and Univest Corp. of Pennsylvania focus on promoting from within.