by Austin Ressler | Apr 24, 2026 | All, Banking Industry Updates
Artificial intelligence has officially moved from “interesting” to “inevitable” in banking. In a recent American Banker piece, multiple large-bank CEOs struck a notably consistent tone: AI isn’t something to fear—it’s something to adopt, govern, and use to get better....
by Austin Ressler | Apr 3, 2026 | All, Quarterly and Annual Updates
The first quarter was a strong start for Ressler Consulting and a clear signal of what we’re seeing across the Midwest banking market: demand is up, timelines are tight, and the talent shortage is real. In Q1, we completed 7 successful placements across community and...
by Austin Ressler | Mar 20, 2026 | All, Talent
Banks across the country are feeling it: open positions that used to take weeks now take months. And the pain is most acute in two areas that directly impact growth and risk: commercial lending and leadership. This isn’t just a “recruiting problem.” It’s a capacity...
by Austin Ressler | Dec 31, 2025 | All, Quarterly and Annual Updates
As we close out the year, I’m grateful and excited by what Ressler Consulting accomplished during our first full year in business. We helped strengthen teams, close gaps in leadership, and helped banks make forward progress despite a persistent talent shortage. A...
by Austin Ressler | Oct 14, 2025 | All, Quarterly and Annual Updates
As we close the books on the third quarter of 2025, I’m excited to share an update on what’s been happening at Ressler Consulting and what we’re seeing across the community and regional banking landscape in the Midwest. Q3 Placements: Quality Over...
by Austin Ressler | Oct 7, 2025 | All, Banking Industry Updates
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) just delivered a gift to community banks across America—and it’s one that’s been a long time coming. In a sweeping announcement, the OCC revealed plans to dramatically scale back non-statutory oversight...
