The Financial Brand

MAY 23, 2021

Innovation in banking is required to respond to customer needs and competitive changes faster and with greater effectiveness. The post Innovation Ranks More Important Than Ever in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Innovation 43

Innovation Branding Innovation Strategies Leadership 43

The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Creating an innovation culture with data, advanced analytics and technology will position organizations for successful digital transformation. The post Digital Transformation Demands a Culture of Innovation appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Innovation 43

Innovation Analytics Branding Data 43

PYMNTS

JUNE 13, 2018

Holdaway, who has an MBA from Harvard Business School, joins Barclays after 15 years at Capital One , where he held a variety of senior leadership roles in new business initiatives, internet acquisitions and partnership finance. Shane is a talented and innovative professional who is positioned well to lead cards and payments U.S.

Capital 100

Capital Cards Delaware Payments 100

PYMNTS

MARCH 2, 2016

Google’s Australia and New Zealand managing director, Maile Carnegie, was poached by ANZ Banking Group to act in its newly created group executive digital banking role starting in July, Reuters reported Tuesday (March 1).

Google 100

Google Massachusetts Groups Leadership 100

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 4, 2019

Innovation in banking needs to be an ongoing process that transcends the entire organization, improving efficiency as well as the customer experience. The post Financial Institutions Must Become Digital Innovators appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Innovation 33

Innovation Customer Experience Branding Innovation Strategies 33

The Financial Brand

MAY 21, 2023

This article Digital Transformation Success Demands CFO’s Evolution appeared first on The Financial Brand. CFOs have the best combination of opportunity and ability to lead digital banking transformation efforts and guide better decisions.

Branding 41

Branding Digital Banking Banking Trends Leadership 41

PYMNTS

DECEMBER 6, 2019

We have a deep dive into Colorado’s digital driver’s license effort and news on Alphabet’s new CEO, as well as data on millennial Black Friday spending. UK Digital Bank Monzo Taps Visa Exec as US CEO. Monzo , London’s digital unicorn, has appointed TS Anil to head U.S. Top News . operations.

Millennials 101

Millennials Colorado Google Leadership 101

The Financial Brand

JULY 7, 2019

A digital bank requires more than just new technology. It requires a culture that empowers employees and encourages innovation. The post Culture, Not Technology, Key to Digital Transformation Success In Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Technology 33

Technology Digital Banking Branding Innovation 33

The Financial Brand

JULY 7, 2019

To become a digital bank takes more than just new technology. It requires a culture that empowers employees and encourages innovation. The post Culture, Not Technology, Key to Digital Transformation Success In Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Technology 33

Technology Digital Banking Branding Innovation 33

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Huntington and TCF merge to create the $170 billion Midwest dynamo and vault them into one of the top 10 banks in the country. This is an innovation-seeking franchise that has built a solid brand and never got over its skis in execution. GonzoBanker of the Year – Bank. The Bank That Gets Fintech.

Fintech 147

Fintech Strategy Leadership Lending 147

The Financial Brand

JANUARY 3, 2021

A look at the digital banking trends of the last year provides a perspective for future strategies and organizational changes. The post Retail Banking Year in Review 2020: A Reflection in 20 Charts appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Retail 43

Retail Banking Trends Strategy Digital Banking 43

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2020

During a busy year we saw Jill supporting her local community, blogging with Mark Cuban, spinning up new PPP technology and innovating with things like curbside banking. Jill is continually demonstrating just how loud a $300 million community bank can roar! John Beale , longtime CIO of City National Bank.

Idaho 181

Idaho Community Industry Strategy 181

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 18, 2020

Success will hinge on digital innovation to meet new competition, personalized service, redefining risk and managing a remote workforce. The post Five ‘New Normal’ Imperatives for Retail Banking After COVID-19 appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Retail 43

Retail Meeting Innovation Branding 43

NCR

MAY 4, 2017

There are many reasons why, one of the most powerful of which is to strengthen brand loyalty and drive revenue generation by providing a seamless, rewarding customer experience. What is the future of in-person, branch banking, and how does this marry up with the development of digital banking?

Strategy 83

Strategy Customer Experience Regional Retail 83

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 29, 2018

The day after Halloween marks the 60-day sprint to the end of the year – a year in which the pace of innovation has accelerated materially. The shifts associated with that innovation are beginning to take root, and those impacts are beginning to be felt. The scariest thing for Facebook is the people who use it.

Payments 196

Payments Google Apple Innovation 196

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 31, 2020

Building innovation on a basic bank chassis to produce fresh growth and expansion means venturing beyond your institution's comfort zone. The post Taking a Community Bank National Demands a Niche and a Strategy appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Community Bank 33

Community Bank National Strategy Community 33

The Financial Brand

MAY 4, 2021

The drumbeat of doom for smaller financial institutions has been slowed by the actions of a small but growing group of tech-savvy innovators. The post The Banking Model of the Future: ‘Neo+Traditional’ Hybrids appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Innovation 21

Innovation Branding Groups Innovation Strategies 21

The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

The future of banking will require new technologies, new strategic partners, new skills, an innovative spirit and a completely different culture. The post Banking’s Past Does Not Dictate Its Future appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Innovation 31

Innovation Branding Technology Innovation Strategies 31

The Financial Brand

JANUARY 2, 2022

The post Retail Banking Reflections and Keys to Success for 2022 appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. The best way to prepare for the future is to reflect on the progress and shortfalls of the past.

Retail 43

Retail Banking Trends Analysis Trends 43

The Financial Brand

JANUARY 12, 2022

Banks and credit unions have readily embraced 'digital transformation,' but few understand what it entails beyond customer-facing apps. The post Technology Is Only One Piece of True Digital Transformation in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

Technology 43

Technology Banking Trends Analysis Trends 43

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 29, 2021

Banks and credit unions no longer have a cushion of time to meet competitive challenges. The post 10 Factors That Will Determine Banks’ Future Relevance appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Clear strategies and definite actions are needed.

Banking Trends 43

Banking Trends Analysis Strategy Meeting 43

The Financial Brand

OCTOBER 4, 2020

The pandemic increased the importance of digital transformation. The post 7 Essential Components of Digital Transformation Success appeared first on The Financial Brand. Financial institutions must move forward aggressively to succeed.

Branding 43

Branding Innovation Strategies Leadership Analytics 43

The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 5, 2021

Hands down, speed is the biggest competitive advantage a bank or credit union can have. The post 3 Ways Any Financial Institution Can Move with Fintech Speed appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Here's why, and what it takes to dial it up.

Fintech 38

Fintech Banking Trends Analysis Trends 38

The Financial Brand

MARCH 9, 2021

The post To Achieve Big Transformation Changes in Banking, Think Small appeared first on The Financial Brand. Financial institutions need to rethink their perspective about progress, embracing small changes that will lead to remarkable results.

Branding 41

Branding Customer Experience Innovation Strategies Leadership 41

The Financial Brand

JUNE 24, 2021

21 deals with neobanks and fintechs like Aspiration, Ellevest and Greenwood sent a community bank down an unexpected (and profitable) path. The post Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

Community Bank 41

Community Bank Community Google Banking Trends 41

The Financial Brand

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Dismissing challengers in any form is a luxury no bank or credit union can afford any longer. appeared first on The Financial Brand. But sound strategy beats sleepless nights. The post Do Fintechs Scare You As Much As They Do These CEOs?

Fintech 32

Fintech Strategy Branding Innovation Strategies 32

The Financial Brand

OCTOBER 27, 2020

The post Now Hiring: Banks & Credit Unions Need Digital Transformation Architects appeared first on The Financial Brand. Creating a hybrid marketing/IT position could help break data and cultural logjams and improve both personalization and customer engagement.

Branding 33

Branding Data Marketing Customer Experience 33

The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

With many banking employees still working from home, video meetings are the norm. The post When Banking Staffers Videoconference from Home Who Else Watches? appeared first on The Financial Brand. But bad tech or employees' workarounds may cause leaks.

Video 33

Video Meeting Branding Innovation Strategies 33

Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

West: We have a major initiative to significantly improve our digital delivery system. On the heels of that, we’re going to build a new digital banking platform and data warehouse. It’s a major undertaking for a bank of our size. We’re about to launch our loan automation, which will be our 2023 project.

Community Bank 91

Community Bank Community Tampa North Carolina 91

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 8, 2021

Even without neobanks, it’s a tough fight out there as digitally-focused institutions duke it out with traditionals for market share. The post Do Traditional Institutions Still Have a Chance to Win the Banking War? appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

Banking Trends 20

Banking Trends Analysis Trends Branding 20

The Financial Brand

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Dismissing challengers in any form is a luxury no bank or credit union can afford any longer. appeared first on The Financial Brand. But sound strategy beats sleepless nights. The post Do Fintechs Scare You As Much As They Do These CEOs?

Fintech 21

Fintech Strategy Branding Innovation Strategies 21

The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The post Banking Industry Must Move from Strategic Planning to Action appeared first on The Financial Brand. Strategic planning efforts at most financial institutions lack one thing. a commitment to change that can generate the results desired.

Industry 32

Industry Branding Marketing Strategies Leadership 32

The Financial Brand

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

The post Financial Institutions Must Kill Pain Points in Their Customer Experience appeared first on The Financial Brand. Financial institutions must rip a page out of the fintech playbook by reducing friction and eliminating pain points in the customer journey.

Customer Experience 29

Customer Experience Branding Fintech Innovation Strategies 29

The Financial Brand

JULY 8, 2018

As large and small banking organizations look to compete better in the future a platform banking model may be the best solution. The post Banking: No Longer Business As Usual appeared first on The Financial Brand.

Branding 29

Branding Innovation Strategies Leadership Digital Banking 29

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Sure, we know it’s cliche to point out the merits of this direct banking powerhouse, but the plain fact is that USAA nails every variable in building a Smarter Bank. The bank’s strategy is laser-focused. It is an innovator with tech (e.g., It was the original data junkie. Is the company holiday party in Monaco this year?

Idaho 148

Idaho Conference Data Marketing 148

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Hats off to Thomas Shara at Lakeland and Tony Labozzetta of Provident for architecting the new $25 billion super-community bank in New Jersey. Let’s see how this new scale allows for big investments in future innovation. She was a trailblazer and an early innovator in analytics. What an amazing leadership story.

Community 216

Community Fintech Industry Innovation 216

Gonzobanker

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

With a focus on digital banking and branch transformation, it was interesting to see the attendee list with lots of sexy new customer experience and analytics titles. Innovation Showcase & Global Innovation Awards. First Financial Bank’s GonzoBanker Tom McGill leads some coffee talk with Jim Burson.

Chicago 98

Chicago Retail Branch Design Training 98