Contributor : Michael Shumaker
Considering a Sale of the Bank? Don’t Forget the Board’s Due Diligence
Bank boards considering an offer to sell the bank should start with the strategic plan.
How to Get the Most out of Your Annual Reviews
This article offers a guide to conducting board evaluations and what to discuss.
The Link Between Board Diversity and Smart Business
Bryan Cave LLP attorneys Jim McAlpin and Michael Shumaker explain why board diversity helps corporate performance.
Integrating a New Product Line: Asking the Right Questions in the Boardroom
Michael Shumaker at Bryan Cave LLP writes about questions the board should ask when management wants to introduce a new product line.
Is The Time Right for De Novo Banks?
We’ve seen almost no new bank charters for nearly a decade. But that may be changing.
Don’t Forget to Consider Deposits in an Acquisition
There are significant opportunities and risks on the deposit side of the equation.
Building a Better Mousetrap: Executing a Merger of Equals
Bryan Cave's Michael Shumaker writes about what is needed to complete a successful merger of equals.
Forming a Game Plan for TruPS
Many banks with Trust Preferred Securities are finding they can’t repay.
M&A: How to Review Deals at the Board Level
Michael Shumaker of Bryan Cave LLP discusses the essential process for reviewing mergers and acquisitions.