| January 1 |
| Meeting
Planner - This issue
looks at the top industry meetings set for 2006.
We'll provide information to help bakers get a jump
on their planning for the coming year. |
| Great
for Advertising: Trade shows, seminars, continuing
education programs, etc. |
|
| May 1 |
| Board Retreats
- Board Members have never had greater
responsibilities. We'll take a look at the role
of today's bank board members. We'll also look at
the best places to host a board retreat. |
| Great
for Advertising: Venues for board retreats |
|
| September 1 |
| Technology
- Our periodic look at technology continues
with an examination of the banks that are using
the industry's latest high-tech tools. |
| Great
for Advertising: Software, hardware, technology
consulting services, core processing and internet
banking. |
|
| January 15 |
| Banker
of the Year - Each
year we select a "Banker of the Year".
This anticipated honor goes to a prominent banker
who has served the industry their bank and the community
with a career of outstanding service. |
|
| May 15 |
| Bank Clubs
- We honor the best bank club directors
in the business who share ideas for marketing to
seniors and other affinity groups. |
| Great
for Advertising: Group travel, club programs, loyalty
campaigns and destinations. |
|
| September 15 |
| ABA Convention
Special - We will preview the upcoming
convention of the American Bankers Association in
Phoenix Arizona, October 15-18. |
| Great
for Advertising: Exhibits at ABA convention |
|
| February 1 |
| Reaching
Out to New Markets -
This issue will examine emerging markets among new
demographic groups. |
| Great
for Advertising: CRM Software, staff training, bank
products |
|
| June 1 |
| Consultants
Who Serve the Banking Industry - One of
two issues focusing on bank consultants, our June
1 edition will provide insight into how to work
with consultants to improve performance or accomplish
other goals. |
| Great
for Advertsing: Consulting Services |
|
| October 1 |
| Marketing
Strategies - This will look at new marketing
opportunities for community bankers. |
| Great
for Advertising: Data mining services, sales training,
signage, sales consulting services, mystery shopping
services, website creation services, newsletter
services, sales incentive programs, gift items for
new customers, and other marketing related products/services. |
|
| February 15 |
| New
Approaches to Community Banking
- We'll present examples
of community banks that offer a fresh approach to
service . |
| Great
for Advertising: Exhibits of ICBA Convention, March
6-10 in Las Vegas |
|
| June 15 |
| Rising Stars
- One of two issues that will feature young
bankers who have made substantial contributions
to their bank and communities, and are poised to
continue to do so in the future. |
|
| October 15 |
| Continuing
Education - Entry-level bankers and experienced
CEOs alike can benefit from seminars, banking schools
and graduate schools. |
| Great
for Advertising - Banking Schools, continuing education
programs, seminars and internet-based training. |
|
| March 1 |
| Technology
- The first of three issues specifically
devoted to community banking in the 21st Century,
this issue will look closely at how technology is
changing the industry. |
| Great
for Advertising: Software, hardware, technology
consulting services, core processing and internet
banking. |
|
| July 1 |
| Technology
- The second of three issues devoted to
technology, this issue will look at how changes
in hardware and software are making community bankers
more effective. |
| Great
for Advertising: Software, hardware, technology
consulting services, core processing and internet
banking. |
|
| November 1 |
| Agricultural
Update - This ag review will highlight
the recently completed growing season and offer
a look forward. |
| Great
for Advertising: Loan guarantee/servicing programs,
and other products or services geared toward ag
bankers. |
|
| March 15 |
ABA Community
Bankers
Conference - Complete coverage from the
big meeting in San Diego. |
|
| July 15 |
| Rising Stars
- The second of two issues that features
young bankers who have made substantial contributions
to their bank and communities, and are poised to
continue to do so in the future. |
|
| November 15 |
| Women In
Banking - This recognition of the industry's
top female bankers is an annual highlight. Selected
from nominations submitted by readers, several women
are featured in this issue. |
|
| April 1 |
| Agricultural
Update - One of two issues we devote to
agriculture each year, this ag preview will outline
many of the issues facing ag bankers in the Midwest. |
| Great
for Advertising: Loan guarantee/servicing programs,
and other services geared toward ag bankers. |
|
| August 1 |
| Unique Lending
Opportunities - This issue will look at
ways for bankers to expand their credit offerings.
We'll also look at how banks can fund new loans. |
| Great
for Advertising: Secondary markets, alternative
funding sources, credit scoring software, factoring
services, loan guarantee programs, etc. |
|
| December 1 |
| The Bank
of the Future - What will banking be like
in 10 years? The North·Western Financial
REview will talk to experts and describe some of
the features that are likely to be commonplace in
banking many years into the future. |
| Great
for Advertising: Cutting edge software, hardware,
and other futuristic tools designed to keep community
banks competitive. |
|
| April 15 |
| Bank Architecture
- This issue will highlight trends in new
bank construction and remodeling. |
| Great
for Advertising: Architectural services, fixtures
and equipment. |
|
| August 15 |
| Annual Buyers
Guide - An invaluable resource for bankers,
featuring articles about to buy key products. All
advertisers get a listing in this edition which
readers around the world will keep all year long.
Advertisers with a 12-time schedule or more get
editorial opportunities in this issue. Bonus distribution
to credit unions. |
| Great
for Advertising: If you only advertise in one issue
all year, this is the issue you want to be in. |
|
| December 15 |
| Centennial
Banks - This issue will feature banks that
will be celebrating 100 years of service in 2005.
This issue is a tribute to the resiliency of community
banking. |
| Great
for Advertising: Your company's holiday or year-end
message. |
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