PYMNTS

MARCH 12, 2019

Alternative lenders position themselves as faster, technologically-savvy options for small to medium-size businesses (SMBs) that seek capital, while many of the FinServ providers in the running for RBS funds operate as digital-first companies ready to meet small firms’ need for automation, online platforms and cutting-edge banking services.

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PYMNTS

JULY 29, 2020

Before the pandemic, it was a strong regional brand that combined conscious capitalism with direct-to-consumer (DTC) capabilities, with four popular retail locations, a rabid fan base and solid retail distribution for its whole-bean blends. But we’re in very regular communication with the organizations that we buy coffee from.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

Last year, community bank loan producers were faced with both record-low interest rates and a glut of deposits. 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 Community Bank of the Heartland, Inc.

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Community Bank Community National Philadelphia 172

PYMNTS

JUNE 22, 2016

Comenity Capital Bank. Metro Federal Credit Union. Pendleton Community Bank. Roanoke Valley Community Federal Credit Union. Schneider Community Credit Union. The bank expansion announced today also follows an announcement two weeks ago that an additional 30 banks and credit unions were signing on with Apple Pay.

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Bussman Advisory

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Join our community of 50,000+ subscribers and stay informed on the latest trends and news in the FinTech & AI world with the weekly newsletter provided by Bussmann Advisory. This week’s must-know stories: Metro Bank’s Financial Struggles: Will Metro Bank in the UK be 2023’s next banking collapse?

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Jeff For Banks

AUGUST 2, 2021

2/ @Schornack The primary asset of the organization was Flagship Bank Minnesota, a Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender with two locations in the Twin Cities Metro Area. 17/ @Schornack They have both played a huge role in growing our bank, executing on two major acquisitions that launch padded our ability to scale across the metro area.

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Community Bank Community Minnesota Metro 78

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 23, 2018

In fact, Head Blockchain Engineer Stan James at decentralized blockchain marketplace provider Origin told PYMNTS in a recent conversation that the central locus of the pre-digital gig economy was the community bulletin board. The firm has raised $3 million in Seed token sale funding from Pantera Capital and another $6.6

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American Banker

JULY 17, 2023

Scully, who founded and then eventually sold Howard Bank, will help the Rockville, Maryland-based Capital expand its footprint in the Washington, D.C., metro area.

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Capital Maryland Metro Community 28

Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 22, 2013

capital appreciation and dividends. Texas Capital Bancshares, Inc. Nasdaq: MRLN) Continuing the theme of niche banks, Marlin is a direct lender providing financing to business so they can acquire new equipment and technology while preserving capital. Not so over the three years I have been keeping track. BofI Holdings, Inc. #2.

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Community Bank Atlanta Community Strategy 84

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 20, 2019

The company’s market capitalization, which after declining to less than $600 million in the 2009 recession, has now grown to almost $3 billion. It was always clear how much Jones loves his credit union, his team and his community. Yet the Gonzo team has to give a shout out to the late entry of Texas Capital and Independent Bank.

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Idaho Conference Data Marketing 148

William Mills

MARCH 8, 2018

Metro Atlanta has established itself as a major hub for the fintech (financial technology) industry. According to the American Transaction Processors Coalition, more than 70 percent of all payments on a global scale currently pass through companies headquartered in metro Atlanta, earning the city the moniker “Transaction Alley.”

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The businesses that we track and profile in our Store Front Index — the home remodelers, salons, spas, small retailers, delis, coffee shops and restaurants that contribute to the health and vitality of the local communities — are not only declining, they’re not even getting off the starting blocks.

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Retail Innovation Maine Online 134

Independent Banker

JANUARY 28, 2016

Badley: We have a cool blend of communities. Some are heavily farming communities. But a couple are pushing up against the metro Detroit area. Collectively, we’re positioned where we can have customers and employees from a couple bigger areas (such as the communities of Lapeer and Port Huron). It had to be.

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CB Insights

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

The Los Angeles metro area is home to tech unicorns such as Snap, The Honest Company, Age of Learning, and Procore Technologies, among others. As LA’s community of tech talent, entrepreneurs, and founders continues to grow, the area is seeing a … Continued.

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Los Angeles Metro Trends Community 37

PYMNTS

AUGUST 13, 2019

And as of last week, the list got a bit longer, as California made a few great leaps toward becoming the autonomous delivery capital of the country, with two big pilots by brand-name firms scheduled for the cities and suburbs. Well, if all of these California test drives go according to plan, anyway. Postmates Takes San Francisco .

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CB Insights

JANUARY 3, 2019

NACTO is an association of 63 American cities and 10 transit agencies across North America, including Seattle and the King County Metro and New York and the MTA. This data is presented through visuals to help engage stakeholders and community members. NACTO’s SharedStreets is trying to create the OS of the streets.

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Data Los Angeles Mobile Tools 72

PYMNTS

MARCH 17, 2017

We experimented and tested each release with beta customers, got some initial traction, and networked in the startup community. In calendar 2017, we aim to achieve similarly high growth, with possible expansion into another metro area. We grew 15X in calendar year 2016, and 87% MOM during Back to School (Aug/Sept).

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San Francisco Maine CA Metro 103

Jeff For Banks

APRIL 23, 2017

[Bank A’s] results in 2016 demonstrate our commitment to grow low-cost transaction deposits, improve our noninterest income lines of business, maintain strong credit metrics while growing loans, prudently deploy capital, and become a more efficient company. Our existing markets represent a significant growth opportunity for our company.

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American Banker

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Pacific Metro Bank would cater to Chinese-Americans around Atlanta. The application process is worth watching since the group is seeking the first Georgia charter in seven years and would be based in a market where more than 90 banks have failed since 2007.

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Georgia Metro Atlanta Marketing 28

Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Total return includes two components: capital appreciation and dividends. Silvergate Capital Corporation (NYSE: SI) #2. Silvergate Capital Corporation (NYSE: SI) Here we are again. Silvergate had $150 million in total revenue over the past twelve months, and has a market capitalization of $4.7 Live Oak Bancshares, Inc.

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Capital Texas Metro North Carolina 78

Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Many hotels and other hospitality businesses haven’t fully bounced back from COVID-19 travel and safety restrictions, but community banks have been by their side through the challenges. For other borrowers, the $596 million-asset community bank allowed deferrals of principal or, in some cases, full payment deferrals. Photo: R.J.

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Community Bank Community Texas Dallas 209

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 20, 2018

PNC made a Gonzo move with a national digital expansion in 2018 with the unique idea of building a small number of branches in target metro markets like Kansas City and Dallas. CVB Financial acquires Community Bank. Another example of sincerity and innovation making an impact on local communities. Easy as a golf swing.

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Fintech Conference Innovation Community 100

PYMNTS

JULY 18, 2016

And perhaps even more impressive is that, while the top-of-the-fold news has been a neverending carnival of wonders, flipping through the metro and financial pages almost never disappoints. And Airbnb was not the only player last week looking to tighten its connections to the business community. This week was no different.

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