Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Merger of Equals Deal of the Year (Credit Union) – Spire Credit Union and Hiway Credit Union put 2+2 together to make a $4 billion institution in the Minnesota market. While Huntington is down like most bank stocks, the pain hasn’t been as severe, and Huntington doubled down on local markets in 2023 by consolidating business units.

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Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 10, 2023

I chose five years because banks that focus on year over year returns tend to cut strategic investments come budget time, which hurts their market position, earnings power, and future relevance more than those that make those investments. Total return includes two components: capital appreciation and dividends. The Bancorp, Inc.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

Following some respite in 2022, community bankers are bracing for a tougher economic landscape ahead in 2023. One of the biggest challenges is simply navigating market uncertainty related to Federal Reserve policy and the direction of the economy. We’re cautiously optimistic about 2023. Anita Drentlaw, New Market Bank.

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South State Correspondent

JANUARY 3, 2024

Within the story are multiple lessons on dealing with the theory of constraints, choosing key performance indicators, organizational dysfunction, management, and leadership. Anthony has written eight bestsellers and offers an inspiring take on leadership. The book also contains the best appendix that you will ever read.

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Perficient

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Describe a typical day in the life. Perficient, though not new to insurance, is consistently realigning to capitalize on the industry’s digital transformation potential. How have you seen priorities shift as the insurance market becomes more competitive and new risks emerge for insurers?

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 24, 2020

WEX is purchasing the Australian eNett from Travelport and its owners, partnered with Siris Capital Group and Elliot Management Corporation’s private equity affiliate, Evergreen Coast Capital Corp. The move positions WEX to establish a leadership position in the growing global travel market.

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Gonzobanker

AUGUST 10, 2023

As bank executives navigate rising rates, margin compression and recession risk in 2023, a striking reality has seeped into leadership meetings: the hybrid workplace is here to stay, and there’s a ton of strategic ramifications to this new aspect of the business.

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