The Most Powerful Women in Banking

Banks must work to attract a diverse workforce through recruiting efforts, and to close the retention gap that sees institutions lose a higher percentage of women leaders compared to those who are men.

First Business Financial Services in Madison, Wis., is looking for a new leader for its bank.

Diane D'Erasmo became one of HSBC's most successful commercial bankers by taking calculated risks while always staying focused on her clients. But she may best be remembered for her efforts in advancing the careers of other women bankers.

Male bankers are often unaware of how they benefit from a level of privilege that limits the advancement and contributions of their female colleagues, to the detriment of the entire industry.

MB Bancorp in Forest Hill, Md., has lined up a new chief executive.