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By: Mary Ellen Biery

Need to Grow? Try Data

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10/03/2016
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By: Jack Milligan

A Second Life for an American Bank

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08/18/2016
Bank Services
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By: Bank Director Staff Writer

How Do You Build/Grow A Business…By Growing Loyalty

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06/20/2016
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By: Bank Director Staff Writer

Buy, Build or Partner

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05/23/2016
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By: Jack Milligan

Who Are the Top Growth Banks?

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05/20/2016
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By: Susan O’Donnell, Shane Meredith

Hot “Banking” Jobs: As Banking Changes, So Are the Job Titles

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05/18/2016
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Events

Acquire or Be Acquired

Acquire or Be Acquired

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February 1-3, 2026 Phoenix, AZ

Bank Directors’ Acquire or Be Acquired Conference is the financial industry’s premier growth and strategy conference for bank CEOs, senior executives and board members, providing senior leadership teams with numerous opportunities to meet and network with peers who are interested in exploring growth opportunities, strategic initiatives and business partnerships.

Reinventing the Commercial Client Experience

Reinventing the Commercial Client Experience

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February 17-17, 2026

Commercial clients expect seamless, efficient digital experiences, challenging banks to evolve without compromising relationship banking. In this webinar, ZSuite Tech CEO, Jill Feiler examines where experience gaps emerge and how banks can modernize commercial and treasury processes to better support relationship managers, improve visibility, and reduce friction through practical, incremental change.

The State of Ag Lending: Opportunities and Head…

The State of Ag Lending: Opportunities and Headwinds in 2026

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February 24-24, 2026

In today’s agricultural economy, lenders face a unique blend of rising credit demand, shifting interest rate pressures, and a need for innovative liquidity solutions. This session—hosted in partnership with Bank Director—explores the current state of ag lending, the factors shaping farm credit demand in 2026, and how banks can position themselves for stability and growth in a changing market.

Bank M&A: Navigating Growth, Risks, and Str…

Bank M&A: Navigating Growth, Risks, and Strategic Success

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March 24-24, 2026

As banks face rising costs, margin pressures, and economic uncertainty, M&A has re-emerged as a key growth strategy heading into 2026. Join us for an insightful webinar where we explore the latest trends, benefits and challenges in bank mergers and acquisitions. Attendees gain actionable strategies for successful deal execution, from due diligence to post-merger planning. Whether considering an acquisition or preparing for a merger, this webinar equips you with key tools to enhance shareholder value in modern banking M&A.

By registering for the webinar, I consent to receiving marketing communications from FIS by email. I understand I will be able to withdraw my consent or unsubscribe at any time by clicking here. Please read FIS’ privacy notice to learn more how FIS will process your personal data.

Bank C-Suite Summit

Bank C-Suite Summit

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April 27-28, 2026 Nashville, TN

The Bank C-Suite Summit is an exclusive conference designed for senior bank executives seeking comprehensive insights into bank operations and new growth strategies. During the event, attendees gain valuable knowledge and strategic tools to navigate the dynamic banking industry landscape.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP

Learn More
April 27-28, 2026 Nashville, TN

The Corporate Governance Workshop is Course I in Bank Director’s Certification Program. Throughout the workshop, attendees are provided with a thorough grounding in corporate governance and important industry issues that greatly enhance the performance of individual directors.

Bank Board Forum

Bank Board Forum

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September 20-23, 2026 Austin, TX

Bank Board Forum, now including both the Bank Compensation & Talent Conference and the Bank Audit & Risk Conference, is the meeting ground for bank leaders to connect and develop emerging strategies and solutions for today’s evolving landscape. This year’s Bank Board Forum explores topics related to all areas of a bank’s board and committees.

BANK AUDIT & RISK CONFERENCE

BANK AUDIT & RISK CONFERENCE

Learn More
September 20-23, 2026 Austin, TX

Bank Director’s Bank Audit & Risk Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Offering practical industry solutions regarding pressing audit and risk issues facing bank leaders today, these topical sessions are part of a new comprehensive event. From cybersecurity threats to regulatory scrutiny, the Bank Board Forum provides the tools and insights you need to protect your institution and drive growth.

BANK COMPENSATION & TALENT CONFERENCE

BANK COMPENSATION & TALENT CONFERENCE

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September 20-23, 2026 Austin, TX

The Bank Compensation & Talent Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Dive into the latest strategies for recruiting, developing and compensating top talent. Gain firsthand insights into the innovative approaches and best practices being used by successful banks to build and maintain high-performing teams at this year’s Forum.

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Learn More
September 27-29, 2026 Multiple Locations

Each of Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchanges is designed to bring together a small group of bank CEOs from across the country to discuss strategic matters most pressing to banks today in a closed-door, off-the-record setting.

Acquire or Be Acquired

Phoenix, AZ

Bank Directors’ Acquire or Be Acquired Conference is the financial industry’s premier growth and strategy conference for bank CEOs, senior executives and board members, providing senior leadership teams with numerous opportunities to meet and network with peers who are interested in exploring growth opportunities, strategic initiatives and business partnerships.

February 1-3, 2026
Learn More

Reinventing the Commercial Client Experience

Commercial clients expect seamless, efficient digital experiences, challenging banks to evolve without compromising relationship banking. In this webinar, ZSuite Tech CEO, Jill Feiler examines where experience gaps emerge and how banks can modernize commercial and treasury processes to better support relationship managers, improve visibility, and reduce friction through practical, incremental change.

February 17-17, 2026
Learn More

The State of Ag Lending: Opportunities and Headwinds in 2026

In today’s agricultural economy, lenders face a unique blend of rising credit demand, shifting interest rate pressures, and a need for innovative liquidity solutions. This session—hosted in partnership with Bank Director—explores the current state of ag lending, the factors shaping farm credit demand in 2026, and how banks can position themselves for stability and growth in a changing market.

February 24-24, 2026
Learn More

Bank M&A: Navigating Growth, Risks, and Strategic Success

As banks face rising costs, margin pressures, and economic uncertainty, M&A has re-emerged as a key growth strategy heading into 2026. Join us for an insightful webinar where we explore the latest trends, benefits and challenges in bank mergers and acquisitions. Attendees gain actionable strategies for successful deal execution, from due diligence to post-merger planning. Whether considering an acquisition or preparing for a merger, this webinar equips you with key tools to enhance shareholder value in modern banking M&A.

By registering for the webinar, I consent to receiving marketing communications from FIS by email. I understand I will be able to withdraw my consent or unsubscribe at any time by clicking here. Please read FIS’ privacy notice to learn more how FIS will process your personal data.

March 24-24, 2026
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Bank C-Suite Summit

Nashville, TN

The Bank C-Suite Summit is an exclusive conference designed for senior bank executives seeking comprehensive insights into bank operations and new growth strategies. During the event, attendees gain valuable knowledge and strategic tools to navigate the dynamic banking industry landscape.

April 27-28, 2026
Learn More

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP

Nashville, TN

The Corporate Governance Workshop is Course I in Bank Director’s Certification Program. Throughout the workshop, attendees are provided with a thorough grounding in corporate governance and important industry issues that greatly enhance the performance of individual directors.

April 27-28, 2026
Learn More

Bank Board Forum

Austin, TX

Bank Board Forum, now including both the Bank Compensation & Talent Conference and the Bank Audit & Risk Conference, is the meeting ground for bank leaders to connect and develop emerging strategies and solutions for today’s evolving landscape. This year’s Bank Board Forum explores topics related to all areas of a bank’s board and committees.

September 20-23, 2026
Learn More

BANK AUDIT & RISK CONFERENCE

Austin, TX

Bank Director’s Bank Audit & Risk Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Offering practical industry solutions regarding pressing audit and risk issues facing bank leaders today, these topical sessions are part of a new comprehensive event. From cybersecurity threats to regulatory scrutiny, the Bank Board Forum provides the tools and insights you need to protect your institution and drive growth.

September 20-23, 2026
Learn More

BANK COMPENSATION & TALENT CONFERENCE

Austin, TX

The Bank Compensation & Talent Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Dive into the latest strategies for recruiting, developing and compensating top talent. Gain firsthand insights into the innovative approaches and best practices being used by successful banks to build and maintain high-performing teams at this year’s Forum.

September 20-23, 2026
Learn More

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Multiple Locations

Each of Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchanges is designed to bring together a small group of bank CEOs from across the country to discuss strategic matters most pressing to banks today in a closed-door, off-the-record setting.

September 27-29, 2026
Learn More

Acquire or Be Acquired

Acquire or Be Acquired

Learn More
February 1-3, 2026 Phoenix, AZ

Bank Directors’ Acquire or Be Acquired Conference is the financial industry’s premier growth and strategy conference for bank CEOs, senior executives and board members, providing senior leadership teams with numerous opportunities to meet and network with peers who are interested in exploring growth opportunities, strategic initiatives and business partnerships.

Bank C-Suite Summit

Bank C-Suite Summit

Learn More
April 27-28, 2026 Nashville, TN

The Bank C-Suite Summit is an exclusive conference designed for senior bank executives seeking comprehensive insights into bank operations and new growth strategies. During the event, attendees gain valuable knowledge and strategic tools to navigate the dynamic banking industry landscape.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP

Learn More
April 27-28, 2026 Nashville, TN

The Corporate Governance Workshop is Course I in Bank Director’s Certification Program. Throughout the workshop, attendees are provided with a thorough grounding in corporate governance and important industry issues that greatly enhance the performance of individual directors.

Bank Board Forum

Bank Board Forum

Learn More
September 20-23, 2026 Austin, TX

Bank Board Forum, now including both the Bank Compensation & Talent Conference and the Bank Audit & Risk Conference, is the meeting ground for bank leaders to connect and develop emerging strategies and solutions for today’s evolving landscape. This year’s Bank Board Forum explores topics related to all areas of a bank’s board and committees.

BANK AUDIT & RISK CONFERENCE

BANK AUDIT & RISK CONFERENCE

Learn More
September 20-23, 2026 Austin, TX

Bank Director’s Bank Audit & Risk Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Offering practical industry solutions regarding pressing audit and risk issues facing bank leaders today, these topical sessions are part of a new comprehensive event. From cybersecurity threats to regulatory scrutiny, the Bank Board Forum provides the tools and insights you need to protect your institution and drive growth.

BANK COMPENSATION & TALENT CONFERENCE

BANK COMPENSATION & TALENT CONFERENCE

Learn More
September 20-23, 2026 Austin, TX

The Bank Compensation & Talent Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Dive into the latest strategies for recruiting, developing and compensating top talent. Gain firsthand insights into the innovative approaches and best practices being used by successful banks to build and maintain high-performing teams at this year’s Forum.

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Learn More
September 27-29, 2026 Multiple Locations

Each of Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchanges is designed to bring together a small group of bank CEOs from across the country to discuss strategic matters most pressing to banks today in a closed-door, off-the-record setting.

Acquire or Be Acquired

Phoenix, AZ

Bank Directors’ Acquire or Be Acquired Conference is the financial industry’s premier growth and strategy conference for bank CEOs, senior executives and board members, providing senior leadership teams with numerous opportunities to meet and network with peers who are interested in exploring growth opportunities, strategic initiatives and business partnerships.

February 1-3, 2026
Learn More

Bank C-Suite Summit

Nashville, TN

The Bank C-Suite Summit is an exclusive conference designed for senior bank executives seeking comprehensive insights into bank operations and new growth strategies. During the event, attendees gain valuable knowledge and strategic tools to navigate the dynamic banking industry landscape.

April 27-28, 2026
Learn More

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP

Nashville, TN

The Corporate Governance Workshop is Course I in Bank Director’s Certification Program. Throughout the workshop, attendees are provided with a thorough grounding in corporate governance and important industry issues that greatly enhance the performance of individual directors.

April 27-28, 2026
Learn More

Bank Board Forum

Austin, TX

Bank Board Forum, now including both the Bank Compensation & Talent Conference and the Bank Audit & Risk Conference, is the meeting ground for bank leaders to connect and develop emerging strategies and solutions for today’s evolving landscape. This year’s Bank Board Forum explores topics related to all areas of a bank’s board and committees.

September 20-23, 2026
Learn More

BANK AUDIT & RISK CONFERENCE

Austin, TX

Bank Director’s Bank Audit & Risk Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Offering practical industry solutions regarding pressing audit and risk issues facing bank leaders today, these topical sessions are part of a new comprehensive event. From cybersecurity threats to regulatory scrutiny, the Bank Board Forum provides the tools and insights you need to protect your institution and drive growth.

September 20-23, 2026
Learn More

BANK COMPENSATION & TALENT CONFERENCE

Austin, TX

The Bank Compensation & Talent Conference is now part of the Bank Board Forum 2026! Dive into the latest strategies for recruiting, developing and compensating top talent. Gain firsthand insights into the innovative approaches and best practices being used by successful banks to build and maintain high-performing teams at this year’s Forum.

September 20-23, 2026
Learn More

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Multiple Locations

Each of Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchanges is designed to bring together a small group of bank CEOs from across the country to discuss strategic matters most pressing to banks today in a closed-door, off-the-record setting.

September 27-29, 2026
Learn More