27 Hoosier Banker November 2014 monitoring can be facilitated through database management and programmable interfaces that can “talk to” other systems. Documentation and oversight, which have become paramount in today’s regulatory environment, need to happen just as systematically. Risk needs to be detected reliably, addressed predictably, and evidence of how risk has been mitigated must be readily accessible when examiners visit. Mark Wade - Carmel, IN - 317.523.4342 Madison, WI • Des Moines, IA • Indianapolis, IN • Springfield, IL www.BankersBankUSA.com Years of proven experience. The team of professionals we have assembled at Bankers’ Bank provides a level of expertise and service unparalleled in the marketplace. Partnering with us supplies your bank with countless years of proven industry know-how. Let our team go to work for you, supporting your goals and aiding you in serving your customers. Always your partner, never your competitor.™ Compliance automation has become one of the only ways that community banks can fulfill examiners’ demands for demonstration of a sustainable compliance management system. The modernization of thinking and technology is not a best practice: It’s a requirement for banks that want to steer clear of EAs. The fact is, truly good compliance doesn’t go bad. A solid compliance management system should facilitate diligence, vigilance, accuracy and continuous improvement, while maintaining comprehensive and easily accessible record-keeping that demonstrates and proves your bank has followed all applicable rules and has met expectations. This kind of effectiveness and efficiency are available today to those who are willing to challenge their traditional thinking and modernize their methods. t Gordon L. Wells has retired as president/ chief executive officer of Owen County State Bank, Spencer, after 20 years with the bank. He continues as chairman of the board. Wells serves with the Lions Club, Economic Development Corp., Chamber of Commerce, Owen County Community Foundation, Indiana Board for Depositories, Spencer Board of Zoning Appeals and Spencer Planning Committee. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Indiana State University, master’s degree from Indiana University and has completed the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin. Nancy Rogers has retired as senior vice president of investor relations and corporate secretary of Ameriana Bank, New Castle, after 50 years of service. She has served in various positions, including senior vice president of marketing services, corporate secretary, and vice president and director of advertising and public relations. Rogers has volunteered as an aftercare facilitator with Ball Memorial Hospital and as board member and past president of the New Castle-Henry County Chamber of Commerce. She is a member of the Indiana Bankers Association Forty Year Club. t tAkIng It eAsy
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