Membership

De Novo Bank Member Benefits

Your success as a start-up and growing bank is WIB's focus! From day one, you are a valued member of WIB and we are here to help you grow with relevant events, products & services, and resources and publications that help you gain a competitive edge and propel your development through all the next stages. We invite you to explore the many discounted and special offers you'll receive as a member of WIB.

In addition, check out the new 2008 Season Pass to WIB Learning that is now offered to all bank members. The WIB Season Pass is designed to provide you, your staff and the board access, value and convenience to all the outstanding educational programs that WIB offers. Click here for more information and to see if the Pass is right for your bank.

Webinars Specially Designed for De Novos

Throughout the year, WIB offers several hot topic webinars that are specifically designed and priced for de novo banks. Upcoming De Novo webinars include:

  • Regulatory Issues & More - April 28

  • Getting Profitable Quickly - May 20

  • Meeting Your Insurance Needs - June 17

  • Technology - August 12

De Novo Education Discounts

Most WIB educational programs offer discounts for banks 3 years or younger including these annual events:
  • Annual Directors Conference (with American Association of Bank Directors)
  • Annual Conference for Bank Presidents, Directors & Senior Officers
  • Annual CFO, Investments & Operational Risk Conference
  • Annual Bank Technology Summit
  • HR & Training Forum
  • Business Development, Sales & Growth Forums

De Novo Products & Services Discounts

WIB Service Corporation offers special pricing for De Novos that are 1 year or younger through WIB-Endorsed "Value & Income Programs" (VIPs) including:
  • Executive & Board Compensation
  • Cash Sweep Accounts
  • Loan Portfolio Tracking/Insurance for Lenders & Borrowers
  • Competitive Market Intelligence
  • Nationwide Surcharge-free ATM Network
  • Credit Risk Spreading, Monitoring & Stress Testing
  • IT Security
  • Workers Comp Insurance
  • Check Printing & Overdraft Privilege

To learn more about special pricing on these products and services.

Educational Publications & Industry Resources

  • De Novo Connection - Bi-monthly eNewsletter that focuses on the most useful information for the new and growing bank.
  • Connection eNewsletters - Keeping the management team up-to-date on WIB offerings
  • WIB Magazine - Articles on industry trends and hot topics in both a printed and online format.
  • Directors Digest eNewsletter - The latest in industry news geared towards the Bank Director.
  • Products & Services Directory - Printed and searchable online database of products and services to help your bottom line.
  • Podcasts, Webinars & Online Library - Educational offerings and articles on current topics and trends stemming from WIB resources, our magazine and conferences.

Further information on the benefits of WIB membership for De Novo Banks is available by contacting Jennifer Muhawi, at 415-352-2323 for more information.