The Most Powerful Women in Banking
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.
Pacific Premier Bancorp in Irvine, Calif., has agreed to buy Heritage Oaks Bancorp in Paso Robles, Calif.
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State Street Global Advisors has placed a statue, titled "The Fearless Girl," across from the iconic bull statue in lower Manhattan to draw attention to gender diversity on boards.
March 8
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Studies show that companies with more women in leadership roles increase their “innovation intensity,” yet women still hold only 20% of the board seats and eight CEO jobs in financial services.
March 8
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Melanie Dressel was one of the most highly respected bank CEOs in the business. She was also an all-around exceptional person.
February 27
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Columbia Banking's CEO, who died unexpectedly on Sunday, was a thoughtful and tenacious leader who leaves a legacy of turning a small Washington bank into a regional power in the Pacific Northwest.
February 21
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In addition to transforming Columbia Banking System and navigating it through the financial crisis, Dressel was an industry leader.
February 21
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