Dead Bank Walking: One Gutsy Bank's Struggle For Survival And The Merger That Changed Banking Forever
Working with Bob Smith in putting this book together has been an interesting and eye opening experience. I found Bob to be a very down to Earth individual, much different than I would have expected from a person who headed up the fifth largest banking institution in the United States and enjoyed coffee with some of the most important and influential financial people in the world.The first time we spoke on the phone, Bob Smith told me he wanted everyone to know what really went on behind those closed doors as Security Pacific fought to stay above water. He felt the former employees and those who retired from Security Pacific should know the whole story.Bob found a talented screenwriter, Michael Crowley to collaborate with. While Bob Smith spun the tale, wordsmith Crowley carefully crafted the words into a great read. I dare say, as you are reading the book, you feel like you're watching a movie as the story progresses.There are those who think a lot of Bob Smith, there are those who condemn him. One thing is for sure, read this book and find out what really went on during this historic merger and look at the banking mega-merger craze it kicked off. I have to agree, you'll never look at your bank or your bankers the same way again.Enjoy!Ed Helvey Publisher