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The Case for Appointing an Independent Chair
Bankers can learn a lesson from Boeing’s recent decision to split the role of...
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Why Does Small Business Lending Cost So Much?
Outdated and cumbersome processes often prevent community banks from supporting the small businesses in their markets.
Three Bankers Share Downsides of CECL Vendors
At a recent accounting conference, a trio of bankers expounded on some of the lessons they’ve learned from working with a vendor to calculate their allowances under the current expected credit loss model, or CECL.
Using Succession Planning to Unlock Compensation Challenges
Boards should let succession planning guide how they compensate the next generation of leaders.
Embracing Frictionless Loans by Eliminating Touch Points
There are four questions to ask about your bank’s ability to take advantage of the new digital landscape.
Best Practices for Onboarding New Directors
Joining a bank board doesn’t have to be a confusing experience for new members. Here are some practical takeaways for creating thoughtful, educational onboarding programs.
LIBOR Changes On the Horizon for Syndicated Loans on Bank Books
Banks should be aware of and prepare for LIBOR’s phase-out by revisiting the fallback language in syndicated loan credit agreements.
Leveraging Fintechs to Do More with Less
How fintech partnerships can make sense for banks facing a shifting competitive landscape.
Five Derivatives Safety Tips: Accessing Power While Maintaining Peace of Mind
Often viewed as risky and dangerous, interest rate derivatives can be powerful tools for banks when they use these five safety tips.
The Evolution of Strategic Business Objectives in Annual Incentive Plans
Eight themes have emerged as more banks adjust how they use strategic business objectives to compensate bankers in the face of industry disruption.
Six Reasons Banks Are Consenting to C-PACE Financing
Banks should consider joining the hundreds of mortgage lenders that have signed on to incorporating C-PACE financing in commercial real estate projects.