Name
Beyond the Deal: Unlocking Value and Managing Risk in M&A
Date & Time
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Speakers
Brad Glover, EVP & CFO, First Bank Midwest
Nick Vissing, CFO, The New Washington State Bank
Clay Stinnett, Chief Financial Officer, Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc.
Chris Purvis, Partner, Risk Advisory & Financial Institutions Leader, Cherry Bekaert
Nick Vissing, CFO, The New Washington State Bank
Clay Stinnett, Chief Financial Officer, Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc.
Chris Purvis, Partner, Risk Advisory & Financial Institutions Leader, Cherry Bekaert
Description
M&A is about more than strategy and scale — it’s also about execution. This client panel dives into how institutions can unlock value through operational efficiencies, technology integration, and cultural alignment, while managing the risks that often derail deals.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify key value creation levers in bank mergers, including cost synergies and tech integration
- Recognize common pitfalls in post-merger integration and how to avoid them
- Align M&A strategy with long-term operational and customer experience goals