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One SME Lender’s Take On Regulation And Transparency

PYMNTS

The company takes a more narrow focus to small business lending than some other FIs by targeting the western U.S. in particular, a cross-section of states that CEO Douglas Bystry says has its own unique demands and impacts on regional economies. A Regional Reach. Bystry said that, when it comes to the western U.S.,

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15 Minutes With … Jimmy Rasmussen

Independent Banker

Rasmussen: Yes, it is an honor to serve the Group 3 Banks in Texas, southern New Mexico and northern Louisiana for three more years. The Houston region has seen substantial layoffs, and the daily headlines predict more will be announced. In fact, huge expansion projects are now underway across our region.

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