PYMNTS

MAY 14, 2018

It made a largely unreported acquisition of a firm called STARTEK earlier this year, and although it may sound like an acquisition more appropriate for Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin space exploration firm, the business is a call center operator and engagement outsourcing specialist. We want to be wherever the personalities are,” he added.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Merger of Equals Deal of the Year (Credit Union) – Spire Credit Union and Hiway Credit Union put 2+2 together to make a $4 billion institution in the Minnesota market. While Huntington is down like most bank stocks, the pain hasn’t been as severe, and Huntington doubled down on local markets in 2023 by consolidating business units.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 11, 2016

Secrecy is a funny thing for brands. It keeps consumers interested, because a consumer that is always guessing about the next product release is, by necessity, always thinking about the brand. Being too successful at flying under the radar, at best, confuses the target market or audience and, at worst, just misses them entirely.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 28, 2019

But while the big show is revving up, the race to bring more consumers into the fold is always running, and this week both Amazon and Walmart had some big moves in beefing up (or in Amazon’s case, creating) their in-store pickup operations. So where were the highlights? In-Store Move: Amazon Joins Forces with Rite Aid.

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Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Open Bank (OTCQB: OPBK) Open Bank commenced operations in 2005 as First Standard Bank in the Koreatown section of Los Angeles. The lion''s share of their growth, profitability, and capital have come since their re-branding to Open Bank in 2010. This margin plus a 2.07% operating expense ratio resulted in a YTD efficiency ratio of 47%.

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CB Insights

DECEMBER 19, 2017

RB’s early successes included bringing Lysol to market in the 1890s, and today the company owns brands from Mucinex to Woolite to Durex condoms. With a $5.3B+ market cap, Dunkin Donuts would be pricey, though not out of line of JAB’s prior deals. Both brands emphasize artisinal coffee and transparent sourcing.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2020

This is a classic bank deal – one acronym buys another at a good price and plans to cut the hell out of cost while adding markets. Credit Union Merger of the Year Minnesota-based Firefly and TruStone credit unions come to terms on a solid combination in the Twin Cities area. Market cap in January: $19B. To all the I.T.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 3, 2018

Offered in conjunction with Postmates, the service will be available in the 40 metro markets in which Postmates currently operates. Minnesota vs. the Impending Masses. It’s all hands on deck,” Chapin Hansen, Lyft’s Twin Cities market manager, said. “We Winner: Pizza . Come on, let’s be real. The Crowded Bowl .

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2021

Demand for digital banking products and services is on the rise across different geographic markets and customer demographics. “In Another common focus is overcoming challenges associated with integrating different solutions, such as getting a document management system that can work with the mortgage loan operating system.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

One of the biggest challenges is simply navigating market uncertainty related to Federal Reserve policy and the direction of the economy. Anita Drentlaw , CEO, president and CFO at $190 million-asset New Market Bank in Elko New Market, Minn. Anita Drentlaw, New Market Bank. By Beth Mattson-Teig. James Sills.

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CB Insights

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Modern-day retail is at an inflection point as retailers face struggling physical storefronts, massive debt, and inefficient operations, among other issues. Formerly beloved brands such as Aeropostale, American Apparel, and PacSun bit the dust in 2016, and the pace of retail deaths has accelerated since then. Date: September 2017.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Offered in conjunction with Postmates, the service will be available in the 40 metro markets that Postmates operates in. Minnesota Vs The Impending Masses. “It’s all hands on deck,” Chapin Hansen, Lyft’s Twin Cities market manager. Winner: Pizza . Come on, let’s be real. The Crowded Bowl .

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Fintech Labs Insights

JANUARY 20, 2017

Minnesota-based Auego will add Edo’s CLO technology to its loyalty and engagement offerings, which will provide Edo access to a larger client base. Since launching in 2007 Edo has partnered with hundreds of national and local merchants, helping each tailor a personalized digital marketing campaign to drive sales.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 25, 2016

For instance, she calls Facebook “the pub” for its accessibility to connect with clients, stay top of mind for promotional events and share stories to humanize a bank’s brand. A global look at which platforms control most of the market. Sam Schaust is a writer in Minnesota. Expand your reach. When it’s OK to unplug.

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