September 2023

Why Small Business is a $400 Billion Priority for Community Banks

Community banks have a renewed focus on investing in capabilities that support small business customers, according to this podcast exclusive preview of Bank Director’s 2023 Technology Survey.

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Empowering Your Bank... To Achieve More

The corporate vice president of U.S. financial services at Microsoft Corp. shares insights on how banks can transform their services through artificial intelligence, digital offerings that drive scale and efficiency, and partnership.

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Is Profitability Modeling the Secret to Smarter Deposit Pricing?

Profitability models can help banks identify when and where higher deposit pricing will pay off for their institutions.

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Reviewing Recent Bank Guidance on Third-Party Risk

Banks should keep in mind five key points from regulators when it comes to third-party risk management.

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Using Your 'Why' to Navigate Change Successfully

Bankers need to know what to ask to get a solution that meets their institution’s needs and addresses their deeper concerns.

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Is the FDIC's IT Exam Effective?

FDIC’s watchdog worries the outdated IT exam could miss risk at banks.

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September 19, 2023 | WEBINAR

Breaking Boundaries: Unleashing Organic Growth with Non-Traditional Strategies

Catch Nathan Baumeister, CEO and co-founder of ZSuite Tech in an engaging conversation with two bank leaders who have unleashed organic growth on both sides of the balance sheet, after embracing unconventional industry verticals, forging strategic partnerships and leveraging cutting-edge technology. Join us to discover the untapped potential within the financial landscape.

January 28-30, 2024 | Phoenix, AZ

Acquired or Be Acquired

As the premier growth and strategy event for bank CEOs, senior executives and board members, Bank Director's Acquire or Be Acquired Conference provides senior leadership teams with numerous opportunities to network with peers that share an interest in exploring financial growth opportunities, strategic initiatives and business partnerships.

The Deal on Fintechs provides a monthly snapshot of movement within the financial industry. Below is a list of last month's fintech and bank acquisitions and IPOs linked to source material for more information.
ACQUISITIONS

FINTECHS

BANKS
IPOS

There were no fintech IPOs in August 2023