Issues

Video | March 13th, 2013

A Focused Approach on M&A

In this short video, board Chairman William Fenstermaker shares his insight on how his management team and board developed a long-term strategic plan focused on mergers & acquisitions.

By: William Fenstermaker
Article | March 12th, 2013

The Bank’s Liability for Cyber Theft on Commercial Accounts

Attorneys at Graves Bartle Marcus & Garrett reveal five critical steps to protect your bank, your customers and your bottom line.

By: Nathan Garrett, Elizabeth Murray
Article | March 4th, 2013

Drivers of Bank Valuation, Part I: Defining Value

C.K. Lee looks at what drives value in the marketplace with an eye toward improving your bank’s value.

By: C.K. Lee
Article | March 1st, 2013

Small Banks Chafe Under New Mortgage Rules

New CFPB rules make an attempt to carve out small and rural lenders, but some say it’s not enough.

By: Naomi Snyder, editor-in-chief at Bank Director
Article | February 27th, 2013

Avoiding Valuation Problems During an Acquisition

Crowe Horwath LLP’s Dan McConaughy and Chad Keller write about the challenges of valuation during an acquisition and how to overcome them.

By: Chad Kellar, Dan McConaughy
Video | February 26th, 2013

Facing Headwinds: What Concerns Today’s Banking Leaders

Based on the results of a survey conducted by Grant Thornton LLP and Bank Director, Nichole Jordan of Grant Thornton reviews three areas of concern keeping today’s financial leaders up at night.

By: Nichole Jordan
Article | February 25th, 2013

You Just Got an Unsolicited Offer: Now What?

We asked attorneys what the proper protocol is when you get an unsolicited offer.

By: Kelsey Weaver
Research | February 22nd, 2013

Desperately Seeking Loan Growth

A survey shows that margin compression and loan growth are key concerns for bankers.

By: Emily McCormick, vice president of editorial & research for Bank Director
Video | February 21st, 2013

Love Them or Lose Them: Why Becoming a “Top Provider” Is an All or Nothing Game With Your Top Clients

PwC discusses how organizations must gain a larger share of their institutional clients’ wallets by employing client-centric business models.

By: PwC - Banking and Capital Markets
Article | February 20th, 2013

Managing Social Media Risk: New Guidance From Regulators

Attorneys from Bryan Cave outline the proposed regulations on how banks should manage social media risk whether they use it or not.

By: Linda Odom, Courtney Stolz