The Latest from Women in Banking

Bank of America's Cathy Bessant contends banks are fintech companies; Citi's Heather Cox says no way are startups ever going to be the 'Uber of banking;' and is Elizabeth Warren a tyrant? Also, don't miss our coverage of the celebration for the Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance. Maybe someone you know is in the photos.

Wealthy women don’t necessarily think they do well managing their own money, according to a new study by Regions Financial.

SunTrust Banks in Atlanta has promoted an executive to oversee its consumer banking and wealth management operations

Fun was the operative word at the awards dinner for the Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance, which took place Oct. 8 at the Waldorf Astoria in New York.

Valley National Bank in Wayne, N.J., has named Bernadette Mueller senior Community Reinvestment Act officer.

It was a celebration more than anything else, but the honorees at American Banker's annual Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance dinner Thursday had plenty to say on themes that are sure to resonate.

Pat Callahan received high marks for her handling of the Wachovia acquisition — the largest in banking history — but it was her influence on Wells Fargo's diversity policies and sustainability practices that stand as perhaps the greatest achievement of her 38-year career.

Buyers of securitized loans sue Lynn Tilton, the Pittsburgh Home Loan bank's Kristina Williams advises women executives on leveling the playing field, ex-Ally Bank chief Barbara Yastine joins a wealth management firm and Google's Ruth Porat warns about the economic threat posed by mounting student loan debt.

The success of any organization depends on its ability to foster an environment that is open and inclusive, allowing diverse individuals to share insights and experiences that make the company stronger.

Boston Private Financial Holdings has appointed a Silicon Valley executive to its board.