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Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex

The Financial Brand

21 deals with neobanks and fintechs like Aspiration, Ellevest and Greenwood sent a community bank down an unexpected (and profitable) path. The post Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Can Nontraditional Credit Analysis Be Community Banks’ Path to Profit?

The Financial Brand

Even before COVID socked the economy community banks and credit unions saw local loan demand falling. Adapting a fintech technique may help. The post Can Nontraditional Credit Analysis Be Community Banks’ Path to Profit? appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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How One Community Bank Built its Strategy from an ROA/ROE Analysis

The Financial Brand

With a niche focus, the bank concentrates on a few things it’s really good at that big banks can't touch and fintechs haven't pounced on. The post How One Community Bank Built its Strategy from an ROA/ROE Analysis appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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How Today’s Community Bank Becomes a Digital Deposit & Loan Machine

The Financial Brand

Banking-as-a-service could be a huge win for financial institutions that seize the opportunity, and a growing threat to those that ignore it. The post How Today’s Community Bank Becomes a Digital Deposit & Loan Machine appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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Bank+Fintech Partnerships Grow More Urgent as Pressure Rises for Both

The Financial Brand

Combinations multiply as financial institutions face increased demand for digital services and fintechs need a more stable business model. The post Bank+Fintech Partnerships Grow More Urgent as Pressure Rises for Both appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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10 Big Bank Marketing Lessons from the ABA Bank Marketing Conference

South State Correspondent

Most banks will target around 6% of revenues next year for their marketing budget, and banks with strong brands and marketing programs target above 7%. All involved in any marketing effort should understand if it is about branding, sales funnel acquisition, funnel movement, conversion, or retention.

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How a Small Iowa Institution Became The Bank Powering Big Fintech Apps

The Financial Brand

A 117-year-old community bank serves as the back-end for fintechs like Square Cash and Acorns, fueling growth while keeping its roots intact. The post How a Small Iowa Institution Became The Bank Powering Big Fintech Apps appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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