South State Correspondent

APRIL 12, 2022

We feel that as community bankers, we can learn much from Jamie Dimon (Chairman and CEO of JPM) and from Warren Buffet. Recently, JP Morgan Chase released its 64-page 2021 shareholder letter and 340-page annual report. As usual, it was full of insight that every community banker should consider. 2) Leadership Matters.

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The Financial Brand

OCTOBER 21, 2020

How banks and credit unions responded to the pandemic can help them solve thorny technology, data, leadership and culture challenges. The post COVID Lessons Community Financial Institutions Must Apply in 2021 appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2021

If 2020 was the year no one expected, 2021 was a year of resetting expectations. Between a smoldering pandemic, the divisive political landscape and strong, albeit uneven, growth, there was a lot to account for in 2021, and some uncertainty remains. Janet Silveria, Community Bank of Santa Maria. What changes will 2022 bring?

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2022

Southern Bancorp partners with other community banks to increase loan accessibility and financial literacy to low-income customers. As CEO of Southern Bancorp, Darrin Williams wants to promote relationships between community banks and CDFIs to create more prosperous communities. Better serving its communities.

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American Banker

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The $23 million deal, signed in 2021 and initially projected to close in the second quarter of 2022, was delayed multiple times amid leadership turnover at the Los Angeles-based RBB.

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ABA Community Banking

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The American Bankers Association’s nominating committee—chaired by Laurie Stewart, president and CEO of Sound Community Bank, Seattle—has selected a slate of candidates for association officer positions and candidates for the association’s board of directors.

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Independent Banker

JULY 31, 2021

Because the community bank business model relies on our employees as our strongest assets, recruiting and retaining top talent has always been a chief priority. Take a look at the recently published results of the 2021 Crowe ICBA Compensation Benefits Survey. We also have to rethink how we position community banking as a career.

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FICO

MAY 24, 2021

year over year in 2021 to $327.5 To drive the responsible use of AI in their organizations, senior leadership and boards must understand and enforce auditable, immutable AI model governance. It’s clear that the business community is committed to driving transformation through AI-powered automation.

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Jeff For Banks

AUGUST 2, 2021

He exemplifies the best of next generation bank leadership, with eyes wide open to the next iteration of banking in our rapidly changing environment. In June 2021, we were up to six locations, $327.6 In 2021, we are up to over $70 million, mostly investment properties. million in loans in the two locations. million in loans.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 22, 2021

In " A Look Forward: What Executives Wish for America and the World in 2021 ," Doug Brown, senior vice president and general manager, NCR Digital Banking , discusses how financial institutions should evolve to remain relevant and build customers' trust. In 2021, things aren’t going to slow down. It’s been a year of rapid change.

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Jeff For Banks

MAY 9, 2024

I still find this to be a challenge at community banks. So the engineering firm ends up at "Big Bank", and the community bank wonders why. I described the problem to the Lendio guy, and we had a back-and-forth on how community banks can solve it. They want to grow small business deposits. How do I calculate that ROI?

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Premium benefits packages, professional development and TLC during the pandemic—this year’s winners do everything in their power to keep their community bankers happy and fulfilled. We asked both leaders and staffers to tell us what makes their community banks stand out as employers. Key Community Bank: Leading by example.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Then she builds a loyalty community for her wedding by sharing her diamond number (phone number) with friends, family and wedding guests, so that all of their purchases count toward her account. Our entire leadership team really believes in this service mentality,” she noted. Cook is bullish on 2021.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

He will remain in that role until September 12, 2021. Together with Bill’s leadership and our new SunTrust teammates, we’re going to bring the best of both companies forward to serve our clients and communities.”. The new combined entity will be based in Charlotte, N.C., King, taking the reins as the CEO of the two companies.

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Independent Banker

JULY 2, 2022

But instead of touting its own accomplishments during its 150th anniversary, FNB turned the spotlight onto another cherished community institution: the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club. The clubhouse at the Jeffrey location, a community gathering place since 1978, was in dire need of improvements. Putting community first.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2021

This year’s winners: Left: Central Valley Community Bank, People’s Choice Award; Middle: Kennebec Savings Bank, Exceptional Community Bank Service Award; Right: Cross River Bank, Emerging Service Program Award. Exceptional Community Bank Service Award. Instead, we give those dollars to the community.”. Asset size: $1.36

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2022

Daniel Galindo, pictured, and Doug Schaeffer of Woodforest National Bank helped involve the community bank in providing funding for and access to affordable housing. We worked with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to jumpstart its down payment assistance program,” recalls Schaeffer. “We

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Independent Banker

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Under Larry Wilson’s leadership, First Arkansas Bank and Trust’s branch on the Little Rock Air Force Base was named the 2020 Air Force Bank of the Year. Community banks operate on a majority of the country’s military installations. Community banks comprise more than two-thirds of the 66 banks operating on U.S. By Judith Sears.

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Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Although the 2022 Top 5 are holding their own and two of them remain in today's Top 5, the 2021 edition included one bank that failed (SVB Financial Group) and one that is voluntarily liquidating (Silvergate). Communities First Financial Corporation (Now FFB Bancorp) (OTCQX: FFBB) #2. What a difference a year makes! The Bancorp, Inc.

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PopularBank

MARCH 3, 2021

She received her appointment during the Board’s meeting on February 5, 2021. JA New York aims to empower youth and create stronger communities. Now more than ever, students throughout our communities are in need of the support and resources that will help them achieve a brighter future.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

With the 2021 change in administration in Washington, D.C., On January 1, 2021, the Senate voted into law the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). In 2021 and forward, AMLA brings to top of mind the importance of the culture of compliance. See Part I: Implications for Community Financial Institutions. Learn More.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The ABA stated in its October 2021 State of Digital Lending report that “baby boomers, who until 2020 lagged in digital adoption, upped their online game, with 68 percent skipping human interaction to make a decision about banking products, up from 55 percent before the pandemic.” Knowing Your Customer. The traditional institution advantage.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 13, 2021

As the 2021 season kicks off, Girl Scouts are including contact-free pickup and delivery orders through a new national collaboration with Grubhub and opening up cookie ordering nationally to the public on Feb. Responding to the pandemic, the organization noted in a Tuesday (Jan.

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2022

Here’s how four community banks are thriving in this environment. Clearly, community banks in the region have plenty of opportunities to do what they do best: forge deep and lasting relationships with their customers and communities. These include family-owned businesses, community businesses and operating companies.

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PopularBank

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Popular celebrated turning 128 years old on October 5, 2021. While so much has changed, what remains the same is that we are more committed than ever to providing exceptional service to our customers and communities. We are here to be a lifeline to our customers and communities.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

We recently spoke with community bank CEOs from across the country to gain insights on how they’re proactively positioning to manage risks and take advantage of growth opportunities in the coming year. Following some respite in 2022, community bankers are bracing for a tougher economic landscape ahead in 2023. By Beth Mattson-Teig.

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Independent Banker

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

But for most community banks, building a trustworthy brand isn’t a conscious effort. So first, we’ll look at how two community banks have become trusted pillars of the community through charity work and good old?fashioned billion-asset community bank. Build your community. It’s in their DNA.

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Gonzobanker

JULY 10, 2020

In a recent Fortune survey, 55% of corporate executives said they expect to return to 2019 capital spending levels sometime in 2021. Community-based institutions have unique circumstances (and personal viewpoints) that impact how they see the world in the future and what planning will look like for them. Getting Back to Work.

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ABA Community Banking

JULY 15, 2021

The American Bankers Association today announced that Washington state banker Brent Beardall will chair its American Bankers Council—the banker-driven peer group for midsize bank chief executives—for the 2021-22 membership year.

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ABA Community Banking

JANUARY 14, 2021

On the latest episode of the ABA Banking Journal Podcast, ABA Government Relations Council Chair Jim Rieniets outlines policy areas where ABA will focus in 2021. The post Podcast: The Year Ahead in Banker Advocacy appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2020

And how did community banks and credit unions respond to the COVID craziness? Our clients showed banking at its best – obsessed with customer well-being, good corporate citizenship, and strong community focus. Expect more cost-driven MOEs in 2021! We compressed about five years of change into about six months.

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Independent Banker

JULY 31, 2022

These community banks share how they have (or haven’t) altered their hiring strategies. According to the BLS, “quit levels and rates” by employees is higher in all employment sectors than it is in “finance and insurance” specifically, which is where community banks would fall (see table below). Photo: Colin Conces. By William Atkinson.

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ABA Community Banking

OCTOBER 6, 2021

The American Bankers Association today congratulated the women named to American Banker Magazine’s “Most Powerful Women in Banking,” “Women to Watch in Banking” and “Most Powerful Women in Finance” lists for 2021. Many of them are current and former members of ABA’s board, councils and committees.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

We asked community bankers and experts for their advice on ensuring employees feel a sense of belonging. If community banks put in the effort to foster a sense of belonging, the result is a stronger workplace culture, greater employee loyalty and, ultimately, a better experience for customers. By Roshan McArthur.

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FICO

JANUARY 13, 2020

In 2018, the DC Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling which struck down or vacated, in part, a previous 2015 Declaratory Ruling and Order made by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). While current FCC leadership has tried to address some of the other issues implicated in the 2018 decision (e.g., by Daniel Nestel.

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Gonzobanker

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

GonzoBanker mothership Cornerstone Advisors’ recent What’s Going On In Banking 2021 research points to digital account opening being the top bank tech replacement priority in mid-size banks for the third year in a row. It’s amazing what a couple of years and some key leadership changes can do for a company. There is no going back.

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Social Assurance

JANUARY 11, 2021

As financial marketers finalize their 2021 marketing plans, the focus for the the new year will center on executing new organizational goals, addressing changing consumer demands and behaviors and learning and experimenting with new marketing channels and tactics in evolving their marketing strategy. Social Media Stories.

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