Will Capital One’s Deal Get Approved?
Earlier this week, Capital One Financial Corp. announced its planned acquisition of Discover Financial Services.
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Earlier this week, Capital One Financial Corp. announced its planned acquisition of Discover Financial Services.
On May 30, 2023, Heartland Tri-State Bank CEO Shan Hanes allegedly initiated a series of wire transfers, pulling $47 million out of the Elkhart, Kansas-based bank over a matter of weeks.
New York Community Bancorp surprised investors last week, but not in a good way.
Attendees at Bank Director’s Acquire or Be Acquired conference last week heard a lot about generative artificial intelligence — how it works, how to use it, the technology’s rapid uptake and potential benefits.
A group of herring fishermen could soon upend the regulatory landscape for banks.
A yearslong effort by the nation’s banks to avoid tougher limits on overdraft fees appears to have failed.
Like many in the industry, Tom Michaud sees the December decision by the Federal Reserve to pause increases to the federal funds rate as a positive sign.
A lot of people are predicting that bank M&A will improve in 2024. After all, it couldn’t get much worse.
For a long time, banks have been proud of their core deposits, a sign of strong relationships with customers.
Technology budgets seem to rise year after year, yet many bankers admit they don’t measure return on their tech investments. In this webinar, we’ll discuss findings from Bank Director’s 2025 Technology Survey, sponsored by Jack Henry. We’ll also discuss how banks can assess returns, due diligence, emerging technologies and the decision-making process.
Given the economic environment, what challenges are bankers facing and what options are available for customer relationship growth and liquidity management? We’ll discuss the pros and cons of different choices and discuss deposit placement networks in detail. And we’ll walk through specific case studies about how you can enhance balance sheet liquidity with on- and off-balance-sheet options for relationship-deposits and wholesale funding.
As today’s banking leaders face renewed complexity in interest rate, liquidity, and credit risks, this webinar provides a framework for agility and resilience. Join Moody’s to develop robust strategies for multiple scenarios, interpret the yield curve as a critical signal, and coordinate teams to execute confidently. Equip your institution with the foresight and precision needed to thrive in changing conditions.
Whether through a full conversion or sidecar, modernizing the core gives community banks the foundation to rethink digital strategy and forge stronger fintech partnerships. This webinar features real-world insights from a banker and their core provider, covering benefits, challenges and lessons learned. Attendees will gain practical guidance to modernize successfully, drive growth and enhance customer engagement.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 is the meeting ground for bank leaders to acquire and discuss emerging strategies and solutions for today’s evolving landscape. From successful board training and compensation best practices to audit and risk insights, this year’s Bank Board Forum explores topics related to all areas of a bank’s board and committees.
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.
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.
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.