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Not All M&A Is Good M&A

Just a few short years ago, Spirit Airlines was in an enviable position as a seller. The discount airline agreed to sell to Frontier Group Holdings in 2022, only to find JetBlue Airways Corp. swoop in with a better deal.

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12/07/2024

Don’t Fumble This Ball

It’s the board’s duty to ensure the bank has the right leader at the top. That’s executed through regular performance evaluations, setting expectations and an effective succession planning process.

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11/30/2024

Regulatory Fatigue

Banks are suffering a bad case of regulatory fatigue. At least, that’s what you’d think from the results of Bank Director’s 2025 Bank M&A Survey. When asked about the top three challenges to profitability, 40% of respondents cited regulatory compliance costs.

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11/23/2024

The HiPPO Effect

When Jeff Rose meets with his management team, he never wants to be the first to offer an opinion — despite being the CEO at American Bank & Trust Co., the $520 million subsidiary of Ambank Holdings in Davenport, Iowa.

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11/16/2024

It’s the Economy, Stupid

Donald Trump reclaimed the presidency this week, and Democrats lost control of the U.S. Senate, no doubt changing the course of banking regulation for the next four years.

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11/09/2024

Election Day

This Tuesday, half of bank executives and board members say they’ll likely vote for Donald Trump, the Republican candidate for president, according to Bank Director’s 2025 Bank M&A Survey.

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11/02/2024

What’s Bad About CRE?

Bank management teams that concentrate heavily in commercial real estate have been hit for at least a year now with questions about their business models from investors and regulators.

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10/26/2024

The Costly Unknown

Hurricane Helene — which spawned floods that devastated parts of Appalachia far from the coast — could have some banks rethinking the risks stemming from natural disasters.

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10/19/2024

Enhancing Credible Challenge

Bill Grant remembers working as an examiner for the Office of the Comptroller of Currency back in the 1970s, when some bank presidents refused to talk to female examiners.

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10/12/2024

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Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

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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.

March 9-11, 2025 Multiple Locations

Balancing Growth and Liquidity: Strategies for …

Balancing Growth and Liquidity: Strategies for Ag Lenders

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Discover actionable strategies for community and regional banks to enhance growth with agricultural borrowers while preserving liquidity. Join Agri-Access and Bank Director to explore innovative approaches and insights tailored for sustainable financial partnerships.

March 25-25, 2025

Making Sense of Today’s Risks

Making Sense of Today’s Risks

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What risks are bankers most concerned about for 2025 — and how are those being addressed by the industry? In this discussion, dig deeper into Bank Director’s 2025 Risk Survey to uncover how banks are managing credit and interest rate risk, updating BSA/AML compliance programs and cybersecurity oversight, and more. You’ll also hear from two seasoned risk leaders who will share how they’re tackling these challenges.

April 1-1, 2025

The Commercial Banking War Room: Tactics That Win

The Commercial Banking War Room: Tactics That Win

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The banking industry is a high-stakes battlefield where financial institutions must deploy the right strategies, tools and alliances to conquer market share while driving profitability. Success depends on intelligence (data-driven insights), superior weaponry (cutting-edge digital solutions) and strong defenses (fraud protection and risk management).

April 8-8, 2025

Bank C-Suite Summit

Bank C-Suite Summit

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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 landscape of the banking industry.

May 5-6, 2025 Nashville, TN

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP (Course I)

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP (Course I)

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The Corporate Governance Workshop is a part of 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.

May 5-6, 2025 Nashville, TN

Director Certification Workshop (Course II)

Director Certification Workshop (Course II)

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The Director Certification Workshop – Course II of the Bank Director Certification Program – is a comprehensive training program for directors currently serving or wanting to serve on a bank’s board. During the workshop, participants receive a thorough grounding in corporate governance, leadership skills, management best practices and financial strategies that strengthen and enhance overall performance.

September 7, 2025 Marco Island, FL

Corporate Governance Workshop (Course I)

Corporate Governance Workshop (Course I)

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The Corporate Governance Workshop is a part of 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.

September 7-8, 2025 Marco Island, FL

Bank Board Forum

Bank Board Forum

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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.

September 8-10, 2025 Marco Island, FL

Bank Audit & Risk Conference

Bank Audit & Risk Conference

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Bank Director’s 2025 Bank Audit & Risk Conference offers practical industry solutions to pressing audit and risk issues facing bank leaders today. From cybersecurity threats to regulatory scrutiny, this event provides the tools and insights you need to protect your institution and drive growth.

September 8-10, 2025 Marco Island, FL

Bank Compensation & Talent Conference

Bank Compensation & Talent Conference

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Join your peers in attending the 2025 Bank Compensation & Talent Conference to 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.

September 8-10, 2025 Marco Island, FL

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.

March 9-11, 2025
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Balancing Growth and Liquidity: Strategies for Ag Lenders

Discover actionable strategies for community and regional banks to enhance growth with agricultural borrowers while preserving liquidity. Join Agri-Access and Bank Director to explore innovative approaches and insights tailored for sustainable financial partnerships.

March 25-25, 2025
Learn More

Making Sense of Today’s Risks

What risks are bankers most concerned about for 2025 — and how are those being addressed by the industry? In this discussion, dig deeper into Bank Director’s 2025 Risk Survey to uncover how banks are managing credit and interest rate risk, updating BSA/AML compliance programs and cybersecurity oversight, and more. You’ll also hear from two seasoned risk leaders who will share how they’re tackling these challenges.

April 1-1, 2025
Learn More

The Commercial Banking War Room: Tactics That Win

The banking industry is a high-stakes battlefield where financial institutions must deploy the right strategies, tools and alliances to conquer market share while driving profitability. Success depends on intelligence (data-driven insights), superior weaponry (cutting-edge digital solutions) and strong defenses (fraud protection and risk management).

April 8-8, 2025
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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 landscape of the banking industry.

May 5-6, 2025
Learn More

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP (Course I)

Nashville, TN

The Corporate Governance Workshop is a part of 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.

May 5-6, 2025
Learn More

Director Certification Workshop (Course II)

Marco Island, FL

The Director Certification Workshop – Course II of the Bank Director Certification Program – is a comprehensive training program for directors currently serving or wanting to serve on a bank’s board. During the workshop, participants receive a thorough grounding in corporate governance, leadership skills, management best practices and financial strategies that strengthen and enhance overall performance.

September 7, 2025
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Corporate Governance Workshop (Course I)

Marco Island, FL

The Corporate Governance Workshop is a part of 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.

September 7-8, 2025
Learn More

Bank Board Forum

Marco Island, FL

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.

September 8-10, 2025
Learn More

Bank Audit & Risk Conference

Marco Island, FL

Bank Director’s 2025 Bank Audit & Risk Conference offers practical industry solutions to pressing audit and risk issues facing bank leaders today. From cybersecurity threats to regulatory scrutiny, this event provides the tools and insights you need to protect your institution and drive growth.

September 8-10, 2025
Learn More

Bank Compensation & Talent Conference

Marco Island, FL

Join your peers in attending the 2025 Bank Compensation & Talent Conference to 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.

September 8-10, 2025
Learn More

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Bank Director’s Chief Executive Exchange

Learn More

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.

March 9-11, 2025 Multiple Locations

Bank C-Suite Summit

Bank C-Suite Summit

Learn More

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 landscape of the banking industry.

May 5-6, 2025 Nashville, TN

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP (Course I)

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP (Course I)

Learn More

The Corporate Governance Workshop is a part of 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.

May 5-6, 2025 Nashville, TN

Director Certification Workshop (Course II)

Director Certification Workshop (Course II)

Learn More

The Director Certification Workshop – Course II of the Bank Director Certification Program – is a comprehensive training program for directors currently serving or wanting to serve on a bank’s board. During the workshop, participants receive a thorough grounding in corporate governance, leadership skills, management best practices and financial strategies that strengthen and enhance overall performance.

September 7, 2025 Marco Island, FL

Corporate Governance Workshop (Course I)

Corporate Governance Workshop (Course I)