The Most Powerful Women in Banking

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Honorees gathered at Tiffany's Landmark building in New York City, where American Banker interviewed them about the industry's trajectory and leadership lessons they've learned in their careers.

Michelle Van Dyke is respected throughout Fifth Third Bancorp for her ability to drive results and develop talent.

September 22
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    In our annual survey of the respondents in our Most Powerful Women in Banking rankings, we asked if they do their jobs differently because they are women. Of the 78% who said yes, we asked, "How so?" Here is a sampling of their replies.

    September 22
  • In putting together the 2014 edition of the Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance, we decided to pose a few questions about gender to our honorees. One of those questions became a theme: "Does gender matter in banking?" You'll find some of the responses here, and we invite you to share your thoughts.

    September 22
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    Last year's No. 1 Woman to Watch, Karen Peetz is this year's No. 2 Most Powerful Woman in Banking. It's a customary for spot for Peetz, who had been a fixture among the top five for years and was ranked No. 1 in 2011.

    September 22
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    Few banking executives in the country have as much on their plates these days as Marianne Lake.

    September 22
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    The mentoring program Pamela Joseph started in 2010 for leaders in U.S. Bancorp's payment services division has yielded some crucial insights.

    September 22

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