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The power of a CDFI

Independent Banker

La Plata County commissioner Marsha Porter-Norton champions First Southwest Bank’s innovative lending. First Southwest Bank is carving out new business models to address a need for credit and financial services through nonprofit lending programs and software that leverages its community development financial institution (CDFI) funding.

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Rebeca Romero Rainey: Create opportunities for new leaders

Independent Banker

I was driven by the goal of doing whatever I could do to make a difference in my community. I was inspired to deepen my engagement, better support our customers and expand our role in our community. Having that door opened to me unleashed a passion to do more to help community banks flourish. Where I’ll be this month.

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Powering Protein Snacks With eCommerce And Rockfish

PYMNTS

He also partly grew up on a cattle ranch in New Mexico.) After working in research, Mendoza left his job and career to move back to New Mexico. The company has found a broad appeal for its product, from young moms to kids as well as Keto and Paleo communities. The Market.

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We analyzed 7 of the fastest-growing personal finance apps of all time to figure out the secrets to their success — here’s what we learned

CB Insights

Allowing users to “cut” by referring other users was an innovative idea, and it worked. Much of Mint’s early success can be tied to a very simple product innovation. New Mexico — #16 in Credit Karma searches. The more people you refer, the faster you move up. Texas — #13 in Credit Karma searches.

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