BankAtlantic – “Wanted to get some kind of financial industry job - times are tough I took anything”

Pros

Laid back workplace - small bank means less corporate more people focused
Team atmosphere gives you ability to interact with senior managers on a day to day basis
Easy customers. Local bank and local people mean you'll see the same characters weekly

Cons

Small corporation means lack of significant benefits
No matching 401k

Advice to Senior Management

Identify hard working and educated workers and make sure they grow within the organization - do not want to be forgotten.