Although Gore sank $10,000 into this venture, it failed: more powerful and experienced Dutch bankers outmaneuvered the Americans.

"To get more experienced American bankers in the organization, the only way was to move the whole function here," he said.

It is managed by a team of experienced bankers and professionals.

Dale and Company had been founded by John Brodrick Dale, already an experienced banker, in 1858 and he remained senior partner until his Bank's acquisition.

I can't imagine there being a dearth of experienced bankers in New York or London, can you?

Even though he was Finance Minister and one of his country's most experienced bankers, Mr. Thanong was stunned.

Mr. Arnold, who is chairman and president, in turn recruited several experienced bankers to bolster management, but the turnaround attempt failed.

The bank is "encouraged by the number of senior experienced bankers that want to join us," he said.

Even experienced bankers can find the going tough.

David brought in experienced bankers from prestigious institutions, including the Government, and has built his merchant bank into France's second largest.