FINANCIAL SERVICES
The FDIC's Relationship Manager Program — designed to strengthen FDIC and bank management relationships and the efficiency of the supervisory process — can also improve efficiency for banks if they work closely and proactively to co-manage the relationship.
EMPLOYMENT LAW
Tattoos and facial and body piercings are creating increasing concern for employers who try to balance professional image and employee rights. Be sure that your managers and supervisors who enforce appearance policies know your company policies, are properly trained in the enforcement procedure and understand the risk for employment discrimination claims.
COMMENTARY
In his NHBR column, Don writes that our quest for political correctness may get in the way of a simple desire — to wish one another well.
Best wishes for a happy, healthy and successful 2006!