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WIB Calendar MANAGEMENT & STAFF CONFERENCES & FORUMS Annual Conference for Bank Presidents, Senior Officers & Directors: Think BIG, Act Small Business Development, Sales & Growth Forum September 9-10 – The Fairmont Newport Beach, Orange County Airport, Calif. October 7-9 – Crowne Plaza, San Francisco International Airport Achieve bottom-line goals, identify key leadership skills, and increase motivation and productivity in the sales and service environment. This forum is well-suited for bank officers, team leaders and individuals responsible for growing the bank’s loans and deposits. Creating Your Business Continuity Plan Fall 2008 – Las Vegas This interactive workshop will walk you through the process of creating your bank’s BCP Plan. Our speaker, a well known national consultant to independent banks will help guide you through the process of developing your bank’s BCP plan. Presented immediately prior to the Bank Technology Summit. M&A: A Review of Strategic Alternatives (a Simulation) November 6 – San Francisco In today’s environment, what is the best way to maximize shareholder value? This simulation includes a case study of a community bank that has come to a crossroad, facing a proposed merger either with an in-market competitor or a larger super-regional bank. Presented prior to the Annual Directors Conference. March 15-19 – The Fairmont Orchid, The Big Island, Hawaii Master the secrets of great leadership with noted expert and author of “Think BIG, Act Small” Jason Jennings. He will also show you how to combine the strengths of a big organization with the hunger of a startup to grow the revenues of your bank. Get new ideas, methods and proven strategies that will help improve your chances for success. Annual Directors Conference Co-sponsored with American Association of Bank Directors November 6-8 – Hyatt Regency Embarcadero, San Francisco When community banks are feeling the squeeze of competition and the ever-changing banking landscape, comprehensive knowledge and planning is critical to long-term survival. Whether you’re new to the role as a bank director or looking to improve upon what you’ve learned in the past, get ready to step up your competitive planning with this comprehensive conference. WEBINARS WIB’s webinars provide and easy and inexpensive way to get the professional development and industry expertise you need. Check www.wib.org for program descriptions and registration information. De Novo Topics include: Regulatory Issues & More; Meeting Your Insurance Needs and Technology. Hot Topics include: Lending & Credit; Compliance; Technology and Regulatory Updates. HR & Training Forum: Measuring Up to New Challenges May 7-8 – The Fairmont Newport Beach, Orange County Airport, Calif. The growth and the strength of any organization ultimately depend on the training, ability and impact of its people. Get HR insights that specifically focus on the independent banking environment. You’ll learn how alternative compensation plans can help recruit and retain key employees, how to drive performance in today’s environment, how regulations such as FLSA impact the bank, when and what to outsource and more. Bank Technology Summit Fall 2008 – Las Vegas The importance of technology and security in banking has become a critical part of providing an increased level of service for your customers. But choosing the right technologies can be overwhelming. Learning what is available and how it can positively impact your bank will make the difference between adoption success and adoption failure. Learn from others who know firsthand the power of technology in the bank. PHONECASTS Open XChange Tech April 17, August 7, November 13 Join us for a roundtable discussion on key technology issues. Offered by WIB, and led by RLR Management Consulting, OpenXChange allows those who are responsible for the use and implementation of technology within their bank, to participate in a relaxed and open discussion with their peers. Annual CFO, Investments & Operational Risk Conference and Expo: Cutting Costs and Risks Bond University Fall 2008 – Las Vegas Learn timely on-target investment strategies through the identification of investment alternatives make the most sense given your bank’s asset liability position, interest rate bias, tolerance for risk, loan funding needs and competitive environment. COMMERCIAL LENDERS INSTITUTE WORKSHOPS & REGIONAL MEETINGS Regional Roundtables with Speaker June 1-4 – Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas & Spa, Indian Wells, Calif. Solid financial tools and techniques can lead to bottom-line performance for the independent bank, which is critical to its survival and growth. Learn how to manage all critical aspects of positive growth including best practices in financial performance, investment analysis, reporting requirements, risk management and capital requirements. 34 April/May & September/October – San Francisco Bay Area & Los Angeles Area These regional roundtable meetings for chief-level and executive managers provide an excellent opportunity to expand your peer network and discuss hot topics issues over an informal and relaxed lunch environment. A comprehensive approach to advanced credit training for independent banks. This unique, blended delivery system includes classroom sessions, online courses and testing, online discussions with other students www.wib.org Western Independent Banker http://www.wib.org http://www.wib.org

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Western Independent Banker - March/April 2008 Contents A Message from the President & CEO The Forest Through the Trees Differentiating Your Bank Through the Five Senses 51st Annual Conference for Bank Presidents, Senior Officers and Directors Building Franchise Value Deposit Gathering Steps to Determine ROI on a Successful Brand Want to Improve Customer Loyalty? Managing the Change Your Bank Needs to Grow Ten No-Fail Strategies to Create Profit-Rich Growth Niche Banking Rethinking ROI Using The Reserve’s On-Balance-Sheet Sweep to Their Advantage WIB Calendar Welcome New Members Index to Advertisers Advertiser.com

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