Transition or Relevance? Building Strategic Plans That Endure Disruption

Community banks are navigating a landscape marked by rapid technological innovation, shifting customer expectations, regulatory complexity, and increasing competition from non-traditional companies. 

This complimentary session addresses the critical question: are we going to be able to adapt and evolve to keep pace with this change, or are we positioning ourselves to transition? 

We’ll explore the relevant questions community banks should be asking themselves and how to build strategic plans that are resilient, forward-looking, and adaptable to disruption. We’ll highlight challenges such as digital transformation, talent retention, cybersecurity, and other areas, along with practical strategies to turn these pressures into opportunities for growth and differentiation.

At the end of this session, you’ll be able to: 

• Identify and assess key disruptive forces impacting community banks and identify their implications for strategic planning
• Recall the elements of a strategic framework that balances short-term adaptability with long-term relevance, enabling alignment with your bank’s mission, market needs, and technological trends
• Identify practical tools, approaches, and starting points to address core challenges that will need to be addressed for future relevance

Who should attend  

This session is designed for leaders at community financial institutions who are responsible for navigating disruption and driving strategic transformation.

Questions?

Contact CLA’s meetings, events, and experience team at CLAevents@CLAconnect.com.