Independent Banker

JANUARY 27, 2016

“It’s becoming more and more important for community banks to emphasize that they have the same products and services as large banks.” Eric Morse, Needham Bank. Eric Morse counters megabanks through judicious marketing and branding. billion-asset community bank in Needham, Mass. Backing the message.

Community Bank 70

Community Bank Community Boston Branding 70

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Bank Acquisition of the Year. picks up Bancorp of New Jersey, Inc. A slam dunk in market acquisition of a bank with the same core system and eight of nine Bancorp branches within walking distance of ConnectOne branches. The Branding Name-Thud Award – Goes to BB&T + Suntrust becoming Truist. Well done, sir!

Idaho 148

Idaho Conference Data Marketing 148

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Hats off to Thomas Shara at Lakeland and Tony Labozzetta of Provident for architecting the new $25 billion super-community bank in New Jersey. Let’s see how this new scale allows for big investments in future innovation. Goes to New England Federal Credit Union and Vermont State Credit Union.

Community 216

Community Fintech Industry Innovation 216