Jeff For Banks

AUGUST 2, 2021

He exemplifies the best of next generation bank leadership, with eyes wide open to the next iteration of banking in our rapidly changing environment. 1/ @Schornack At the end of July 2013, we invested $1.8MM to buy 49% of Flagship Financial Group, Inc. Twenty four tweets, and worth every one of them. Exciting things to come!

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Nonprofit organizations are responsible for providing multiple community services, including access to shelters, clothing, food and clean water, as well as educational and mental health resources. million tax-exempt groups active in the U.S., The latter prevents these groups and their employees from spending funds inappropriately.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 1, 2018

The powerful combination of IFX Forum’s established leadership in financial industry standards, along with additional technical expertise in the area of API message development, and NACHA’s leadership in payment and adjacent standards, will accelerate this innovation,” said NACHA president and CEO Janet O. “The

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2022

But equally important is what they should be doing to keep the talented employees that they already have, both to avoid a short-term staffing crisis and to keep the pipeline of leadership full. However, community banks have a big opportunity to stand out from the crowd of potential employers.”. Quick Stat. Put people first.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Under the leadership of CEO Randell Leach, Beneficial State Bank is pursuing an ambitious mission of financial activism and strong corporate values. The idea that community banking can be a force for positive change is at the heart of Beneficial State Bank, which engages its customers through financial activism. Photo: Ashley Courter.

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Independent Banker

MARCH 31, 2022

Executive committee members tell us what advocacy issues they’ll be focused on during their terms, while board members share their words of wisdom for up-and-coming community bankers: themselves. To sum it up, these leaders are all in and all heart for community banking. We are not Wall Street banks—we are community banks.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 10, 2020

But the Simon Property Group earnings announcement and subsequent phone call did provide insight into what the pandemic looks like from a real estate perspective, and the view wasn’t exactly scenic. By the numbers, America’s largest mall operator reported net income for the second quarter at $254.2 million compared to $495.3

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

“For Ron, giving back to the community is part of the essence of who he is. With vigor and a strong commitment to service, Ron Paul leads a rapidly growing community bank in Maryland. Ronald Paul first encountered community banking as a real estate developer in the early 1980s. Don’t expect to find him home on a weeknight!”

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 25, 2016

You can feel the energy boost at Park Bank from its leadership development program. Young employees at the community bank in Madison, Wis., It really gives people a sense of ownership,” explains James Hegenbarth, the bank’s president and CEO of the employees who have participated in the leadership development program. “It

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Perficient

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

I often engage with account developers and clients to address their requirements in transitioning legacy processes and technology to meet the expectations of a digital operating environment. Beyond this, my days typically revolve around three major aspects: Strategy.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2022

Daniel Galindo, pictured, and Doug Schaeffer of Woodforest National Bank helped involve the community bank in providing funding for and access to affordable housing. We worked with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to jumpstart its down payment assistance program,” recalls Schaeffer. “We

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Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Although the 2022 Top 5 are holding their own and two of them remain in today's Top 5, the 2021 edition included one bank that failed (SVB Financial Group) and one that is voluntarily liquidating (Silvergate). Communities First Financial Corporation (Now FFB Bancorp) (OTCQX: FFBB) #2. What a difference a year makes! The Bancorp, Inc.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 12, 2017

SWIFT’s global payments innovation initiative, or SWIFT gpi, gained a new member as INTL FCStone announced its Global Payments Division will join the group, currently dominated by banks. We are pleased to welcome INTL FCStone Ltd to SWIFT gpi,” said SWIFT Head of U.K., Ireland and Nordics Stephen Gilderdale in another statement.

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PYMNTS

JULY 10, 2020

And while the risk equation has not changed, pressure to address an existential threat (COVID-19) combined with a mandate for leadership has opened minds and incentivized decision makers to consider not just the risks, but also the benefits. “Society has begun to see a benefit from drones.

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Gonzobanker

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

According to the Spectrum Group, there are now close to 15 million millionaires in the United States, and many of them do not have the confidence or long-term wisdom to manage their investments without guidance. This is where community banks already have a competitive advantage. #4: 2: Streamlining the Middle Office.

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PYMNTS

JULY 6, 2017

With the speed of payments accelerating and Same Day ACH initiatives continuing to roll out, NACHA has pulled together a group of industry experts to explore API standardization as a way to facilitate faster payment speeds and greater transaction security, among other use cases.

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Premium benefits packages, professional development and TLC during the pandemic—this year’s winners do everything in their power to keep their community bankers happy and fulfilled. We asked both leaders and staffers to tell us what makes their community banks stand out as employers. Key Community Bank: Leading by example.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

For its three years in operation, Brandless generated no shortage of buzz with its concept of “private label for less” and the idea that the best brand is no brand at all. Under his leadership, the plan for the brand was to pivot into higher-margin, bigger ticket products such as CBD oil and move Brandless onto store shelves.

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 31, 2022

Here’s how four community banks are thriving in this environment. Clearly, community banks in the region have plenty of opportunities to do what they do best: forge deep and lasting relationships with their customers and communities. These include family-owned businesses, community businesses and operating companies.

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Jeff For Banks

FEBRUARY 23, 2013

I envision the person occupying this role to be a savvy marketer with strong IT skills, as well as senior leadership abilities. Participate in community events and represent the FI within the community. Participate in trade association(s) and assume a leadership position in at least one industry trade association.

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 31, 2022

We recently spoke with community bank CEOs from across the country to gain insights on how they’re proactively positioning to manage risks and take advantage of growth opportunities in the coming year. Following some respite in 2022, community bankers are bracing for a tougher economic landscape ahead in 2023. By Beth Mattson-Teig.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2020

And how did community banks and credit unions respond to the COVID craziness? Our clients showed banking at its best – obsessed with customer well-being, good corporate citizenship, and strong community focus. Jill is continually demonstrating just how loud a $300 million community bank can roar! Bravo Brett and team!

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Lots of tech and operations to clean up, it appears, but no solid bank is better qualified than the team from Minneapolis. Goes to Eric Sprink, Coastal Community Bank , Everett, Wash. Lifetime Leadership Achievement Awards. Like how does that play into our communities? Acronym of the Year. Has to be M-O-E. What a career.

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Independent Banker

AUGUST 31, 2021

This year’s winners: Left: Central Valley Community Bank, People’s Choice Award; Middle: Kennebec Savings Bank, Exceptional Community Bank Service Award; Right: Cross River Bank, Emerging Service Program Award. Exceptional Community Bank Service Award. Instead, we give those dollars to the community.”. Asset size: $1.36

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Jeff For Banks

MARCH 4, 2012

I frequently hear lamentations about the gap between the performance expectations of community financial institution (FI) personnel and performance results. Community relations. Volunteer for a leadership position in at least one. Manage staff training to include compliance, operations, and sales/product knowledge.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 13, 2018

Alibaba Group led the investment, which also saw participation from Temasek and Suning; the funds will be put toward accelerating company expansion and building out its partnership network. million in new funding to support its operations in Peru and Mexico, according to ImpactAlpha reports. Based in Ireland, Supply Finance landed $4.9

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 29, 2014

And the great news, according to “American Millennials and Banking,” a major new study commissioned by ICBA, is that Bauhs and the 80 million other people in his generational cohort are prime potential customers for community banks. This is really the moment for community banks to show that they’re a fit for millennials. “At

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

We asked community bankers and experts for their advice on ensuring employees feel a sense of belonging. This could be as simple as ensuring there are meat-free options for vegetarians at every company event, or as involved as establishing culturally specific employee resource groups. By Roshan McArthur. Misti Stanton, Mercantile Bank.

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Jeff For Banks

MARCH 27, 2015

Perhaps the financial crisis, which credit unions survived surprisingly well with the exception of corporate credit unions (similar to bankers'' banks), woke up credit union leadership to scrutinize operating expense to increase profits. Yes, you read profits. Where do you think credit unions get their capital?

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Independent Banker

DECEMBER 13, 2015

Even if you’re not required to use either version of the Cybersecurity Assessment, beta users say it can help your community bank gauge its cybersecurity risks and ultimately guard against cybercrime. At the Bank of Luxemburg, a $290 million-asset community bank in Luxemburg, Wis., See sidebar for details on the tool itself.).

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Even if you’re not required to use either version of the Cybersecurity Assessment, beta users say it can help your community bank gauge its cybersecurity risks and ultimately guard against cybercrime. At the Bank of Luxemburg, a $290 million-asset community bank in Luxemburg, Wis., See sidebar for details on the tool itself.).

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

And the great news, according to “American Millennials and Banking,” a major new study commissioned by ICBA, is that Bauhs and the 80 million other people in his generational cohort are prime potential customers for community banks. This is really the moment for community banks to show that they’re a fit for millennials. “At

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Independent Banker

JANUARY 26, 2016

Of course, community banks are the primary economic engines behind small businesses on Main Street America, funding more than 60 percent of all small-business lending. When you’re looking at key issues in the community, bring entrepreneurs to the table and ask them to solve it—because that’s who solves things,” Williamson insists.

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South State Correspondent

MARCH 28, 2024

By partnering with community leaders, state and federal agencies, local commissions, and commercial customers, banks can be an effective conduit to leverage this public capital better while making sure the funds are fully utilized effectively in the communities we serve. Partnership with aligned community groups will be critical here.

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Perficient

AUGUST 5, 2020

Engaging Leadership Inspires Collaboration and Teamwork. The leadership is really great! The community is a good one. “Most of us work from our downtown office and we are an interesting group of people.” See open jobs or join our community for career tips, job openings, company updates, and more!

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

The Go team is now part of Physical Retail Technologies group within Amazon — an entity created in 2017 to expand the efficacy, efficiency and profitability of the tech such that it could be used more expansively — and sold to other retailers looking to adopt cashierless technology. New Leadership of the Week: A New CEO For Sam’s .

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CFPB Monitor

JANUARY 12, 2021

The Taskforce was charged with examining the existing legal and regulatory environment for consumers and financial services providers and making recommendations to the Bureau’s leadership for improving consumer financial laws and regulations. Public Interest Research Group, and Professor Kathleen Engel.

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