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Category >> Jeff Gerrish on Community Banking

Sep 23
2010

DODD-FRANK AND YOUR QUEST FOR CAPITAL

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What it means—and what it doesn't mean—in the real world
Sep 09
2010

EXAMINERS DO WALK IN WITH AN AGENDA

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No doubt about it. They virtually have it in writing
Aug 26
2010

The four-part harmony that builds shareholder value

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Despite everything that’s changed in banking, success still depends on four key metrics (plus two others)

Aug 16
2010

DOES P.C.A. REALLY MEAN, "PROBABLY CAN'T ACHIEVE"?

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A bank holding company can't pledge what isn't there
Aug 09
2010

JUST BECAUSE YOU DON'T HAVE TO HAVE A RISK COMMITTEE DOESN'T MEAN IT'S NOT A GOOD IDEA

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Don't just drive the bank with the rear-view mirror
Aug 04
2010

DO EXAM APPEALS WORK? THEY CAN

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Two recent appeals illustrate the short route and the longer route to exam revisions
Jul 15
2010

GOOD-FAITH EFFORTS MAY PAY OFF WHEN BANKS FALL SHORT OF REGULATORY ORDER

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You've got nothing to lose by showing that you're doing your best, Jeff advises
Jul 06
2010

WHY DO WE TOLERATE UNTRAINED DIRECTORS?

Posted by Jeff Gerrish in Jeff Gerrish on Community Banking

Professionals—often board members at banks—meet continuing ed requirements. Why do bank directors start, and usually continue, without their own?
Jun 16
2010

SHOULD BOARD MEMBERS GET THEIR HEADS EXAMINED?

Posted by Jeff Gerrish in Jeff Gerrish on Community Banking

Jeff Gerrish has sued directors, protected directors, and been a director. Who better to answer this timely question?
Jun 09
2010

NOW IS THE TIME FOR HEALTHY BANKS TO DO SOME CAPITAL PLANNING

Posted by Jeff Gerrish in Jeff Gerrish on Community Banking

When Jeff offered the chairman 8% instead of 1%, he had his attention. Would he get yours?