Jefferson Harralson, the Georgia company's new chief financial officer, had covered banks at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods for 15 years.

A profile of Dawn Fitzpatrick following her big move from UBS to Soros; a weakness to watch out for in loans made by men to men; and the preponderance of female credit union CEOs.

Yman Vien says she lost her job at American Metro Bancorp because of her gender. The bank says the move was tied to poor decisions that led to a regulatory order in 2009.

Credit unions and other organizations in the industry have announced another round of promotions and appointments.

A recent study concluded that financial advisers accused of misconduct are fired far more often when female, even though missteps cost less on average than those of male counterparts. Researcher Mark Egan explains the double standard.

Reader reactions to criticism of Jamie Dimon, the House GOP ganging up on Richard Cordray, a bank's decision to part with Excel to measure credit losses, and more.

'Tis the season for annual meetings and board elections, as several CUs reveal new directors and more new hires, promotions and awards.

Though statistically women have trouble getting small business loans, Square's granting more than half its loans to women; latest numbers show only one in four bank senior execs are female.

EVP Randy Beck, an employee at Royal CU for more than 40 years, will put his retirement on hold to lead the credit union during the search for a permanent CEO.

A quartet of officers were promoted to vice president status and more new hires, promotions and honors.