James Stevens, co-leader of Troutman Pepper Locke’s Financial Services Industry Group, and Greg Parisi will be presenting at Bank Director’s upcoming Bank Board Forum taking place September 8-10, 2025 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.

Stevens will be presenting a breakout session on September 8 regarding “The Risks and Rewards of BaaS.” The Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) model offers significant potential for banks to expand their reach and generate new revenue streams. However, it also presents complex challenges related to risk management, regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. This session will look into the critical considerations for banks exploring BaaS, including partner selection, due diligence and ongoing monitoring. Stevens will discuss strategies for mitigating risks, optimizing operations and maximizing the benefits of this innovative business model.

Parisi will be presenting at the governance and strategy general session on September 9 regarding “Strengthening Board Leadership.” A strong board is essential for a bank’s long-term success. This session will explore strategies for addressing underperforming directors, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and identifying key factors that contribute to effective board governance.

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Photo of James Stevens James Stevens

James is the co-leader of the firm’s Financial Services Industry Group. He has significant experience working with clients across the entire financial services sector, regularly working with public and private companies such as banks, neobanks, marketplace lenders, and other fintech and financial services…

James is the co-leader of the firm’s Financial Services Industry Group. He has significant experience working with clients across the entire financial services sector, regularly working with public and private companies such as banks, neobanks, marketplace lenders, and other fintech and financial services providers and partners.

Photo of Gregory Parisi Gregory Parisi

Greg leverages his broad experience and pragmatic approach, bringing a wealth of knowledge, business insight and practical problem-solving skills to efficiently manage transactions and advise clients in an evolving legal landscape. He combines his corporate and transactional experience with a robust knowledge of…

Greg leverages his broad experience and pragmatic approach, bringing a wealth of knowledge, business insight and practical problem-solving skills to efficiently manage transactions and advise clients in an evolving legal landscape. He combines his corporate and transactional experience with a robust knowledge of bank regulatory issues to provide valued legal solutions for financial institutions, financial technology companies and other businesses. Greg often works closely with clients to design and implement internal policies and procedures and contractual safeguards in commercial arrangements in connection with corporate and regulatory requirements and risk management best practices.