Results include
- 2 Events
- 2 Podcasts
- 16 BID Newsletters
Industry Events
| Jun 6, 2024 | California Community Banking Network Directors Roundtable |
| Jul 8, 2024 | Leadership Conference |
Podcasts
Oct 30, 2023
Intentional and successful communication are discussed with guest Alyson Van Hooser, a keynote speaker and trainer focused on multi-generational leadership. Alyson shares tips emphasizing the need for intentional communication and understanding the stories of others, and her three-step listening technique to improve and ensure the results.
Mar 8, 2022
Host Sonia Portwood sits down with executive coach and leadership consultant Dr. Susan Bernstein, to discuss managing – and even harnessing – anxiety and stress in order to confidently navigate today’s ever-changing (banking) landscape.
Dec 14, 2023
If done well, leadership programs can foster not only the potential of employee talent, but also the potential of the organization itself. We delve into some pointers on how to make such a program successful at your institution.
Sep 28, 2023
With the annual planning season on the horizon, we discuss six ways in which strong leaders guide their institutions to success. Although most will be familiar with these principles, a reminder never hurts.
Dec 11, 2023
2024 looks to be another challenging year. We discuss ways that CFIs can continue to grow and sustain profitability in an uncertain world by optimizing the value of their tech spend and data, pursuing key growth areas and revenue streams, and focusing on leadership and talent.
Oct 25, 2023
A successful transformation for any organization necessitates more than deciding that change is needed. CFIs should carefully think through long-term goals, make sure leadership has a shared vision, and allocate appropriate resources before setting out to make meaningful change within their institutions.
May 24, 2023
ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence-backed apps have garnered a lot of attention for their ability to automate written communication, including thought leadership materials, marketing content, and even customer service interactions. They offer both potential and the possibility of potentially expensive problems. Here’s what CFIs should know about emerging AI programs.
Sep 28, 2022
Following two years of remote and hybrid work, executive retreats are more important than ever as a way of creating unity among leadership and identifying collective goals. But creating an effective executive retreat necessitates more than just gathering people together for a few days and requires looking at such gatherings in a whole new way.
Jan 11, 2024
Employers have begun swapping conventional executive titles with new, trendy alternatives. But it’s not just about the titles — the roles themselves are changing as well, something younger talent with a yearning for a purpose-driven culture especially craves. We explore why these new executive roles may help you get a leg up on the competition for key talent.
Nov 22, 2023
As CFIs strive to build successful DEI initiatives, embracing the strategies that have helped other businesses boost their own efforts will be key. We’ve highlighted some of the approaches that have helped other organizations build successful DEI initiatives.
Oct 31, 2023
As CFIs strive to make greater inroads with younger generations, both as customers and employees, a Gen Z advisory board may be the key to gaining the critical insight necessary to do so in the most effective way. We provide examples of businesses that have implemented this strategy and how it could help your organization.
Sep 27, 2023
The board of directors plays a critical role in driving the development of the strategic plan and holding management accountable for its execution. We discuss four ways to maximize the value the board can bring to a CFI’s strategic planning process.
Sep 25, 2023
When executives roll up their sleeves and spend time in all the roles throughout their organizations, the payoff can be significant — from a better understanding of an institution’s challenges to a greater understanding of both employee and customer needs. We discuss how to implement this strategy and the ways it can help your bottom line.
May 1, 2023
What should the composition of a board of directors, post-merger, look like? If done correctly, pitfalls can be avoided and the resulting financial institution will have a better chance of succeeding. We provide some best practices so your next merger deal won’t go down that rabbit hole.
Apr 18, 2023
Each April, we observe Community Banking Month by recognizing the efforts that community banks make to serve their communities. This article celebrates their efforts to help children in their communities.
Jul 21, 2022
Boards of directors have essential monitoring and advisory responsibilities that affect their organizations’ performance. In an ideal world, a corporate board would have a strong culture and contribute to the success of the organization. A recent survey of smaller banks found that less than half of their boards met that standard.
Feb 22, 2024
Although annual performance reviews are the norm at most companies, many employees dread the process. Changing your CFI’s approach to performance reviews and how often they happen can be the key to more effective discussions and better feedback. Read on for tips on how to optimize the review process and help employees and managers alike find more value in these meetings.
Feb 1, 2024
According to a new NFIB survey, pessimism prevails among small business owners. We discuss the challenges that small businesses noted in the survey and the potential impact on CFIs.