A new law prevents disruptions to the SBA 7(a) lending program
Category: Connections
Trailblazer: Sound Community Bank’s Laurie Stewart
Sound Community Bank offers ITMs and a p2p app, but president and CEO Laurie Stewart isn’t stopping there. She’s fully engaged with technology’s endless potential to make our lives easier.
Community Spirit: First Resource Bank’s winning partnership
When four students at Immaculata University in Pennsylvania partnered with bank president and CEO Glenn Marshall in a national competition, the whole team won.
Field Notes: Mark Nowak, The Bank of New Glarus
The Bank of New Glarus first opened its doors on Oct. 30, 1893. Now, here we are, on the cusp of our 125th anniversary and going strong! While much has changed in our industry over these 125 years, we’ve held steadfast to our mission statement: its purpose, vision and values.
How to supercharge your advocacy
Brad Bolton of Community Spirit Bank offers his tips on effective lobbying for community banks.
Trailblazer: PointBank’s successful rewards program
PointBank in Texas was the first community bank to adopt the Buzz Points debit card rewards program platform. The partnership has delighted customers, local business owners and bank employees ever since.
Community Spirit: Boiling Springs Savings Bank
In Rutherford, N.J., Boiling Springs Savings Bank lets customers generate donations for their favorite local nonprofits.
Field Notes: Noah Wilcox
We must make Washington listen
Trailblazer: Meet Avidia Bank’s brand ambassadors
Avidia Bank in Massachusetts has a reputation for innovative products and services, and its employee-driven Smarties program is key to getting the word out.