SPECIAL ASSETS MANAGER RESOLUTION AND EXTERNAL RESOURCES

Early detection and proactive management of loan covenant compliance issues are vital for Bank Special Assets Department Managers and loan officers. Recognizing the signs of potential borrower distress and leveraging…

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CREATING THE IDEAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR YOUR FUTURE

Why Finding the Perfect Director for Your Board Matters More Than Ever In today’s complex business environment, a company’s board of directors is more than a governance body—it’s a strategic…

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AN EFFECTIVE WAY TO POTENTIALLY REDUCE OVERHEAD

In construction and development, one of the biggest drivers of overhead cost is the combination of General Liability, Umbrella, Workers Compensation, Commercial Auto, Pollution Liability, And Professional Liability insurance policies….

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ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL ASSETS DEPARTMENT

In the ever-evolving landscape of banking, particularly for institutions with assets under $5 billion, the emergence of a Special Assets Collection Department has become a vital strategy in managing financial…

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OCTOBER IS FILIPINO AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH: RECOGNIZING THE FILIPINO AMERICAN CONTRIBUTION TO THE US HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AND THE SOCIAL AND BUSINESS CHALLENGES THEY FACE

The US Healthcare system is complex due to the regulatory, compliance, reimbursement, and highly competitive environment. In this environment, Filipino American medical professionals and entrepreneurs have started businesses in Community…

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DON’T FORGET ABOUT THE CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT

As we bid September adieu, and head into the 4th quarter, I am reminded that filing for private companies under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is due by year-end 2024….

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HOW A COO SOLVES PROBLEMS FOR THE CEO: A Dynamic Partnership for Success

The relationship between the CEO and COO is pivotal to the success of any company. A highly effective COO not only complements the CEO but also helps solve the CEO’s…

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HARNESSING THE SILICON VALLEY PRODUCT MINDSET: How Traditional Businesses Can Innovate with Technology

The word “Product” can refer to many different things in many different industries. Here in Silicon Valley, the Product is Software, for B2B businesses, especially when Software is Eating the…

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THE LONG-TERM WEAKENING YEN AMID COMPLEX VOLATILITY: A Growing Challenge for US Small and Medium-Sized Companies

The volatility of the Japanese Yen (JPY) and its impact to US small to medium-sized businesses has historically created challenges. My experience with international companies enables me to assist business…

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AI TO THE RESCUE: HOW COMMUNITY BANKS CAN CONQUER COMPLIANCE AND CREDIT CHALLENGES

In the current and emerging financial services provider landscape, community banks face numerous potentially daunting challenges. Resource availability — combined with added fixed costs to achieve regulatory compliance — create…

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