Committees : Governance
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.
Searching for the Next Generation of Bank Board Leaders
J. Scott Petty and Stuart T. Smith describe current trends in board diversity and where banks are headed next.
What to Look for in Your Next CEO: Part II
In the second of a two-part series, Alan Kaplan identifies 10 leadership qualities that CEOs need to successfully lead the bank.
Heightened Standards for Directors: What You Need to Know
Peter Weinstock of Hunton & Williams writes about the OCC’s heightened standards for banks and what it means for bank directors.