Community banking is truly the foundation of many towns and cities across America. These banks are often the first place people go to get a mortgage, start a business, or simply open their first bank account. Healthy community banks mean a healthy local economy – a place where businesses and families can thrive.
However, community banks are facing more challenges than ever before. They must grapple with keeping deposits coming in, keep up with the host of new fintech on the market, compete with larger banks that can offer more products or better rates, and manage the ever-present issue of ongoing regulatory compliance.
It is in the best interest of everyone that community banks not just survive, but thrive. Corporate, nonprofit, and high-net-worth depositors can meet both ESG and financial goals by supporting community banks through a comprehensive deposit management strategy.
With rising costs and a scarcity of time, you need to make the most of every conference opportunity. The people you meet, the businesses you connect with, and the memories you make can give you the means to revitalize your career and perspective on your day-to-day experiences. Whenever it’s conference season, keep these thoughts in mind to make your time out of the office worth it:
When adding an expensive piece of technology, such as an electronic scoreboard, it can be intimidating to figure out how to fund it and execute the plan. With Daktronics, Superior High School was able to make their plans a reality and create more opportunities for sponsorships and learning experiences for students!
As students return to school this fall, it's crucial to address the growing mental health challenges they face. With the ongoing effects of the pandemic and how much time they spend online, students are facing more challenges than ever. September is Suicide Prevention Month, which is a perfect time to raise awareness and make sure students have the tools they need to stay mentally healthy.
Building crucial connections can help students fall in love with their school
There’s nothing better than a wave of excited students filling your classrooms and hallways at the beginning of a school year. But how can we maintain that sense of excitement through June — including the January doldrums and end-of-the-year chaos? By nurturing students’ sense of school pride and the feeling that they are part of a community they want to belong to.
As the colder days approach, we will spend more time indoors, increasing the chances of exposure to sicknesses. What stock up our classrooms and storage cabinets keep schools clean and students in good health? Here are some items to think about including in your next supply order as the holiday season approaches.
