There is a lot happening on the global stage that impacts the banking industry. From tariffs to rising costs, the world and local economy is changing, and many businesses are not sure if it is prudent to move forward or to wait and see what happens. In addition to an unsure economic forecast, bankers are grappling with a talent shortage as baby boomers are expected … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
James York
Industry FocusWorkforce
The workforce landscape in Nevada is changing. And while much of it is for the better, Nevada businesses are still grappling with a disconnect between their needs and the availability and skill level of applicants. Leadership in Nevada takes a collaborative approach and have resources to help recruit, train and retain the right people. Recently, a group of workforce … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
From the recent COVID pandemic that resulted in a changed workforce, to rising interest rates and an overall lack of trust in the industry, bankers have had a front row seat to a dynamic market. These challenges have resulted in bankers becoming more focused and client centered. Recently, bankers met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
From the early, uncertain times of the pandemic to the hectic days of the Payroll Protection Program (PPP), Nevada bankers have seen massive shifts in the market and in their industry over the past few years. These shifts have made bankers agile and adaptable to their client’s needs. Recently, bankers met in a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank to discuss their industry … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
As the pandemic took its toll on businesses throughout Nevada, bankers were called upon to implement the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a loan program intended to provide American small businesses with cash flow. They did so efficiently while also overcoming new challenges to banking arising from a myriad of sources. Recently, bankers met in a virtual roundtable, hosted by … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
From Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans to overnight advances in contactless transactions, 2020 has been an interesting and challenging year for bankers. Now, as they try to navigate changing customer and business needs, bankers are pivoting their services and interactions to reflect those changes. Recently, banking executives met in a virtual roundtable to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
One industry that is consistently at the forefront of any economic discussion is banking. From financing issues to community giving, bankers are involved in the Silver State at a micro level. Recently, executives representing this industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss everything from regulations to education. Connie Brennan, publisher and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Nevada Bankers AssociationSupporting Business. Supporting Communities
WHAT makes a community a community? From educators and law enforcement to medical professionals and retailers, every individual plays an important role to the success of the community. Banks play a key part in supporting the community as well. By providing loans, checking and savings accounts and a range of products and services, banks help create stable, prosperous … [Read more...] about Nevada Bankers Association
Industry Focus: Bankers
An industry that saw major changes and new regulations after the recession hit, banking has endured a host of ups and downs. Currently in an upswing, the industry is cautious and working toward smart growth. Recently, banking executives met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss banking and talk about some of the changes they’re seeing. Connie Brennan, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the economy continues to improve in the Silver State, the banking industry is seeing an uptick in growth. However, there are still challenges for an industry with substantial regulations and bankers are working to navigate those challenges. Banking executives recently met in the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the health of the industry and what Nevadans … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the Silver State continues to bounce back from the recent recession, Nevada banking continues to experience ups and downs throughout the recovery. Potential rising interest rates, regulatory changes and staffing issues remain a challenge to the industry. However, loan demand is up and bankers have expressed an optimism going forward. Banking executives recently met at the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the state bounces back from the recession, Nevada bankers agree that the outlook for their industry has improved in recent years. However, healthier industries have their own challenges such as new regulations and ambitious competition. Recently, decision-makers in the banking industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these challenges to their … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Bankers
The past several years have brought many changes to the banking industry including new security threats, a distressed market and changing customer expectations. Nevertheless, the industry works to push through these issues and carry on into the future. Recently, executives representing banking met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss what the future of … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers