Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2020

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. John Beale , longtime CIO of City National Bank. For more than 20 years, John has helped City National grow its niched commercial and private banking businesses with strategic technologies.

Idaho 172

Idaho Community Industry Strategy 172

Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

But as they always do, they came through for individuals and businesses in their communities with a combination of personalized service and prudent risk management practices. First State Bank Minnesota. American Bank, National Association. Classic Bank, National Association. Citizens Bank Minnesota.

Community Bank 172

Community Bank Community National Philadelphia 172

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Honorable Mentions – while this was a quiet year for M&A, we tip our hat to Atlantic Union’s acquisition of American National Bank and Eastern Bank’s acquisition of Cambridge Bank. The Holy Crap Operational Risk Award – goes to the growing threat of ransomware with bank technology vendors. Expect more deals to be announced in 2024.

Fintech 194

Fintech Community Regional Technology 194