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SUMMARY:De-Risking the Deal: How a Complete ERM Program Powers Smarter M&A
DESCRIPTION:De-Risking the Deal: How a Complete ERM Program Powers Smarter M&A shows community bank board members and executives how a complete\, enterprise-wide risk management program turns risk from a compliance burden into a strategic advantage – especially when evaluating a merger or acquisition. Drawing on real-world banking experience\, this session walks through the building blocks of a complete ERM program\, the specific risks that surface during M&A\, and the practical steps boards and leadership teams can take to merge with confidence and protect value. \nKey Learning Objectives: \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine enterprise-wide ERM and explain how it integrates with strategic planning and drives value rather than just satisfying regulators.\nIdentify the specific risks that arise in M&A—including synergy risk and business disruption risk – and how to assess and prepare for them.\nRecognize the top risks facing financial institutions in 2026 and connect them to their own institution’s risk profile.\nBuild a Risk Appetite and Tolerance Statement that sets both the “what” (appetite) and the “how much” (tolerance) for each risk category.\nClarify board and leadership responsibilities for risk oversight\, including the governance steps that should precede any significant M&A decision.\nApply a practical roadmap to implement or strengthen a complete ERM program using the three ongoing phases – identify and assess\, mitigate and eliminate\, and monitor and report on risks.\n\nWho should attend:\nBoard of Directors\, bank CEOs and Presidents\, and C level executive leadership. \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://crowning-achievements.com/event/de-risking-the-deal-how-a-complete-erm-program-powers-smarter-ma/
LOCATION:Westin Edina Galleria\, 3201 Galleria\, Edina\, MN\, 55435\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Scaling GRC with a Lean Team (Ncontracts Ngage Conference - Scottsdale\, AZ)
DESCRIPTION:Panel: Scaling GRC with a Lean Team \nTop 6 Key Topics We’ll Discuss: \n\nWhat “doing more with less” really looks like in GRC\nWe’ll talk about the real day-to-day pressures lean teams face as expectations keep rising while headcount often stays the same.\nHow to prioritize risk work when you can’t cover everything\nThe panel will explore how teams decide what deserves attention first\, including risk appetite\, exam cycles\, board expectations\, and operational realities.\nWhere lean teams are losing time — and what to streamline\nWe’ll discuss common time drains such as manual processes\, paper-based workflows\, repeated retraining\, and inefficient task ownership.\nHow technology\, automation\, and AI can create leverage\nThe conversation will include how tools can reduce workload\, improve consistency\, and support stronger GRC programs — while still requiring thoughtful governance and oversight.\nHow to build enterprise-wide ownership of risk\nWe’ll address how to move risk management beyond Compliance and create shared accountability across departments\, business lines\, and leadership teams.\nHow to communicate GRC maturity\, resource needs\, and residual risk\nPanelists will share how to have honest conversations with boards and examiners about program maturity\, resource constraints\, and practical next steps without sounding like excuses.\n\nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://crowning-achievements.com/event/scaling-grc-with-a-lean-team-ncontracts-ngage-conference-scottsdale-az/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort\, 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch ROad\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85258\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Strategic Planning for Your Community Bank – It’s All About Your Strategy!
DESCRIPTION:Your institution is unique and so should be your strategic plan. The environment for community financial institutions has changed drastically in the past five years due to shifts in interest rates\, emerging technologies\, evolving consumer preferences\, market changes\, and recent bank failures. These factors necessitate a fluid and adaptable strategic plan. Additionally\, the industry faces numerous challenges\, new competitors\, and uncertainties\, which also present unprecedented opportunities. This highlights the need for a dynamic strategic plan that enables financial institutions to thrive and grow. Whether your institution lacks a cohesive strategy or wants to review existing plans\, this webinar will address critical questions about your institution’s vision\, employee alignment with that vision\, cultural and brand consistency\, risk identification\, and having the right people in the right roles. \n  \nAfter attending this webinar\, you will be able to clarify your vision\, mission\, and core values\, understand the importance of a well-defined strategic plan structure\, and identify key components common to successful strategies. You will also learn about the role of enterprise risk mitigation and management in your strategic plan\, learn four key growth strategies\, establish best practices with board governance\, and manage the strategic planning and implementation process. Additionally\, you will gain tools and ideas to integrate your Enterprise Risk Management and Talent Management Programs into your strategic plan\, ensuring it is actively implemented and not just a document on the shelf. \nKey Learning Objectives:  \n\nDefine Your Path: Clarify Your Vision\, Mission\, and Core Values\nBlueprint for Success: Learn the Importance of a Clearly Defined Strategic Plan Structure\nUnlock Success: Identify Key Components Common to Winning Strategies\nRisk-Proof Your Plan: Understand the Role of Enterprise Risk Mitigation and Management\nGrowth Mastery: Identify and Implement Four Key Growth Strategies\nGovernance Excellence: Establish Best Practices with Board Governance\nStrategic Leadership: Develop and Manage the Strategic Planning Process\nRisk-Ready: Conduct a Strategic Risk Assessment for New Initiatives\nSeamless Integration: Incorporate Your Enterprise Risk Management Program into Your Strategic Plan\nTalent Alignment: Integrate Your Talent Management Program into Your Strategic Plan\nAction-Oriented: Ensure Your Strategic Plan is Actively Implemented\nWho Should Attend:\n\nThis informative session is designed for the Board of Directors\, Leadership Team\, Supervisors with planning responsibilities\, and everyone involved in the Strategic Planning process. \nPresenting with ICBA. \nFor more information and to register\, click here. \n 
URL:https://crowning-achievements.com/event/strategic-planning-for-your-community-bank-its-all-about-your-strategy-9/
LOCATION:Webinar for Community Banks
CATEGORIES:Webinars for Community Banks
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SUMMARY:Community Bank Treasury Management Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the potential of Treasury Management with our basic yet comprehensive course designed to elevate your financial institution’s success. Discover the primary Treasury Management services available in the market and learn strategies to offer the right services to your business customers based on the value they provide. In today’s banking landscape\, bankers must be both “lenders” and “deposit gatherers.” Community banks are seeking ways to increase core deposits and non-interest fee income\, and Treasury Management is the key. This course will deepen your understanding of how Sales\, Treasury Management\, IT\, Marketing\, and Deposit Operations teams must collaborate to successfully sell and implement business products and services. We will also cover the ideal organizational design for Treasury Management and how to incentivize your sales team effectively. \nBy the end of this course\, you will have a thorough knowledge of Treasury Management\, be able to conduct a TM Needs Assessment on your business account holders\, and learn strategies to boost core deposits. You’ll gain insights into marketing Treasury Management services to your ideal business customers and discover ways to enhance team collaboration\, knowing how critical each area is to the success of implementing and selling these services. Additionally\, we will discuss pricing and challenges your bank may face when selling TM services\, providing you with practical tools and strategies you can implement immediately to drive growth and profitability. \nSeminar Overview:  \n\nPart I – Foundational Knowledge\nPart II – Marketing & Sales Process\nPart III – Product Implementation\nPart IV – The Future of Treasury Management\n\nKey Learning Objectives:  \n\nUnlock Revenue Potential: Maximize the Account Analysis Statement to Cross-Sell and Identify New Fee Income Opportunities\nComprehensive Insight: Understand the Treasury Management Services Available in the Market\nValue-Driven Enhancements: Identify Service Enhancements Focusing on Business Benefits\nCustomer-Centric Solutions: Discover the TM Services Your Business Customers Are Asking For\nTailored Offerings: Determine Which Services to Offer Based on Industry Needs\nCollaborative Success: Learn How Treasury Management Teams Work with Technology\, Operations\, Marketing\, and Sales\nBranding Brilliance: Implement Innovative Ideas to Market and Brand Your Treasury Management Services\nOptimal Structure: Understand the Ideal Organizational Design for Treasury Management and How to Incentivize Sales Teams\nSeamless Implementation: Establish a Process to Implement Treasury Management Products\nDigital Strategy: Choose the Right Digital Payment Strategy for Businesses\nEnhanced Security: Identify New Authentication Methods to Boost Product Security\n\nThese objectives are designed to captivate your audience and emphasize the strategic importance of each element in your Treasury Management Program. \nWho Should Attend: \nBusiness bankers who want to learn about Treasury Management services and their benefits to business clients\, Treasury Management sales officers/specialists\, Deposit Operations personnel\, IT\, and Marketing staff. This course is also designed for Presidents/CEOs who are looking for the ideal organizational structure for Treasury Management and looking for additional non-interest fee income as well as new core deposits. \nPresenting with ICBA. \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://crowning-achievements.com/event/community-bank-treasury-management-seminar-2/
LOCATION:Seminar for Community Banks
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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