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Jim Nemecek Joins Penn Community Bank as Director of Compliance
Longtime compliance executive brings deep experience in the complex world of regulatory compliance. - June 17, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
ECU Football Camp Sponsorship Continues JP Capital Management Commitment to Youth Development
JPCM has entered into a long-term partnership with Coach Mo Football Camps as the Primary Sponsor. These camps entail personal instruction, coaching and installation of football fundamentals to children from 1st through 12th grade. - June 17, 2016 - JP Capital Management
Kalona Bank Publishes New Promotional Interest Rates for Customers in Latin American Countries
Kalona Bank, a finance company based in Iowa with new offices in Florida to serve all Hispanic customers in the region, recently published on its website www.kalonabank.com, new promotional interest rates for certificates of deposits accounts. These rates are valid until next September 30,... - June 15, 2016 - Kalona Bank
Jeane M. Coyle Honored by United Way of Bucks County for Community Service
Penn Community Bank CEO receives Dr. Stanton Kelton Service Award from local nonprofit. - June 11, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Maura A. Mckenna Joins Private Bank of Buckhead Team
Based in Buckhead, the veteran banker serves clients across the metro area. - June 08, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Penn Community Bank to Sponsor Women in Business Scholarship Dinner
Scholarships from the Women in Business Committee of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce help women continue their education to return to the workforce or shift careers. - June 02, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Private Bank of Buckhead Adds Portfolio Manager Gregory Shakes
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Gregory Shakes as Vice President and Portfolio Manager. Throughout his career, Shakes has worked at several top-tier financial institutions and possesses knowledge in many areas including diversified commercial banking, corporate finance, middle-market banking, asset-based lending, commercial real estate and private wealth management. - May 24, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Paragon Reports Most Profitable Quarter in Bank History
Paragon Bank (OTCBB: PGNN.OB) today reported that the first quarter of 2016 was the most profitable in the bank's more than 10-year history. Total revenue increased to $4.2 million, which compares to the previous record of $3.5 million during the fourth quarter of 2015, and is an increase of 19%. - May 21, 2016 - Paragon Bank
Private Bank of Buckhead Adds Dillon Mulkey as Personal Banker
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Dillon Mulkey a Personal Banker. Says he enjoys being able to tailor service to each client. - May 20, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Pennridge Schools Get Boost from Penn Community Bank
Bucks County’s leading independent, mutual bank is pleased to support Pennridge School District. - May 19, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Private Bank of Decatur Adds Asif Mujtaba to Team
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Asif Mujtaba as Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager. He will be based out of the Private Bank of Decatur location, and service customers across the Metro area. “Asif has such an accomplished banking career,” says Brent Adams, Executive Vice... - May 10, 2016 - Private Bank of Decatur
Penn Community Insurance Joins Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Pennsylvania to Launch New Chapter
Subsidiary of Penn Community Bank helps launch Bucks County chapter of AASP. - May 07, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Community and Business Leaders Named to Board of Penn Community Bank
Robert L. Byers, Ross Choate, Cheri Freeh, and Krista Pool Harper have been re-installed to board of Bucks County’s leading mutual financial institution. - May 06, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Private Bank of Buckhead: Largest Growth and Profitability in Bank’s History
At its annual meeting April 21, shareholders of Private Bancshares, the parent company of Private Bank of Buckhead, Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage heard from President, CEO and Chairman Charlie Crawford, who noted the largest growth and profitability in the bank's history. - April 26, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Penn Community Bank VP to Share Business Advice with Bucks County Entrepreneurs
Sharing financial expertise with local business owners and residents reflects Penn Community Bank’s mission. - April 23, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Banking Veteran Judy Turner Retires from Private Bank of Decatur May 31
Banking veteran Judy Turner retires May 31; her colleague Brent Adams named new President of Private Bank of Decatur. - April 14, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Decatur Adds Front Line Talent
Private Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Rachel Bryant, as a Peak-Time Teller and Personal Banker. She’ll be based out of Private Bank of Decatur, serving clients across the metro area. “Rachel’s biggest asset is her... - April 11, 2016 - Private Bank of Decatur
Private Bank of Buckhead: Welma Baer Receives Chairman’s Award
Private Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, recently recognized Welma Baer with its Chairman’s award. - April 10, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Penn Community Bank Creates Community Foundation, Appoints Director
Longtime Bucks County resident selected to nurture bank relationships with community organizations. - April 09, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
CFC Holdings Inc. is Acquired
Wanke Associates, LLC acquires Minnesota based CFC Holdings LLC, dba as CFC Technology. - April 04, 2016 - Wanke Associates, LLC
Synpulse Enters the UK Market
International consultancy continues its expansion and opens new office in London. - March 16, 2016 - Synpulse UK Ltd
Private Bank of Buckhead Adds Another Ambassador
Renee Weese of Minerva Planning Group has joined the Board of Advisors for Private Bank of Buckhead. - March 15, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Penn Community Bank Helps Dedicate 101st Habitat for Humanity Home
Bucks County’s leading mutual bank helps mark completion of home on land it donated in Croydon. - March 10, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Paragon Bank Names John Graham Senior Vice President, Client Development Officer
24-Year Financial Industry Veteran Joins Growing North Carolina-Based Bank. - March 04, 2016 - Paragon Bank
Paragon Small Business Capital Group Obtains Preferred Lenders Program Status
Paragon Small Business Capital Group, a division of Paragon Bank (OTCBB: PGNN.OB), today announced it received Preferred Lenders Program (PLP) status, allowing the company to approve loans guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This program provides businesses access to loans... - March 03, 2016 - Paragon Bank
Penn Community Bank CEO Jeane M. Coyle to Speak at Pennsylvania Bankers Association Conference
CEO of Bucks County’s leading mutual bank to speak at 2016 Women in Banking Conference. - March 02, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Harvey A. Schmitt Joins Paragon Bank’s Board of Directors
Former Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce President Joins Expanding Team of Directors for Bank. - February 06, 2016 - Paragon Bank
Rusty Page and Will Bishop Join Paragon Bank
Financial Industry Veterans Join Growing North Carolina-Based Bank - February 04, 2016 - Paragon Bank
Penn Community Bank Presents $32,500 in Donations to Bucks County Nonprofits
Funds will be used to support affordable housing and education initiatives across Bucks County - January 17, 2016 - Penn Community Bank
Paragon Appoints Halberg as Wealth Advisor of Wealth Solutions Team
Paragon Bank (OTCBB: PGNN.OB) has announced Martin Halberg as Wealth Management Advisor of its Wealth Solutions team. Halberg reports to Mike Edwards, President and Chief Operating Officer at Paragon Bank, and Charles Yorke, President of the Paragon Small Business Capital Group, and will be based... - January 05, 2016 - Paragon Bank
Private Bank of Buckhead Celebrates Ninth Anniversary
Bank enters tenth year in position of continued strength. Crawford: "If anyone out there doesn’t love their bank, I hope they’ll consider our approach to full-service community banking.” - December 14, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Buckhead Adds Cindy Siegler to Compliance Team
Private Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has named Cindy Siegler as Bank Secrecy Compliance Specialist. She brings nearly 20 years of experience to the bank, previously working in Bank Secrecy Act and compliance at another area community bank. - December 08, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Smart Business Funding Now Offers Independent Sales Organizations Daily Syndication Payouts
Smart Business Funding is ready to help independent sales organizations gain an upper edge by providing daily syndication payouts, improve ISO investment frequency, and break the payment mold in the alternative finance industry. - November 24, 2015 - Smart Business Funding
Teresa Connors Brings Breadth and Depth of Experience to Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Teresa Connors as a Loan Administration Specialist. She brings more than 20 years of experience to the bank and has previously worked with several of its team members at other banks. “Teresa is dedicated to providing clients with a necessary service that... - November 18, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Penn Community Bank Introduces New Identity
Created by the unification of First Savings Bank of Perkasie and First Federal of Bucks County, Penn Community Bank operates 22 branch locations across Bucks County. - November 12, 2015 - Penn Community Bank
Private Bank of Decatur Adds "Ambassadors"
Jim Maxson and Carter Wilson join Board of Advisors for community bank. - November 06, 2015 - Private Bank of Decatur
Inger Harris Brings Breadth of Industry Experience to Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Inger Harris as an Operations Specialist. She brings a breadth of banking experience to the role, having worked in customer service, as a teller, retail branch management, project management and training. “The clients always come first with Inger, who... - November 04, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Buckhead Adds Joel Higdon as Personal Banker
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Joel Higdon as a Personal Banker. He has more than 15 years’ experience in customer service, with 5 years of that spent in banking. “Joel brings experience in a number of areas that are important to our clients, always with a focus on a great customer... - November 04, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Paragon Appoints Senior Vice President, National Sales Director of Small Business Capital Group
Paragon Small Business Capital Group, a division of Paragon Bank (OTCBB: PGNN.OB), has appointed Doug Cullinan as Senior Vice President and National Sales Director. Cullinan reports to Charles Yorke, President of the Small Business Capital Group. "Doug's knowledge of SBA loans and his... - September 30, 2015 - Paragon Bank
Private Bank of Decatur Adds Personal Banker Chris Clay
Private Bank of Decatur has added Loganville resident Chris Clay as a Personal Banker. He previously worked with another area bank, and began his banking career in Macon, receiving a Top Performer designation for his work. “Chris is reliable and focused, with a great customer service... - September 27, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Seasoned Banker Added to Private Bank of Buckhead Team
Private Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Marietta resident Karen B. Smith as a Senior Lender. She is based out of Buckhead and will serve clients in Cobb County and across the metro area. - September 17, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Penn Community Bank CEO Receives 2015 Cornerstone Award
Jeane Coyle, President and CEO of Bucks County’s Penn Community Bank, honored by SmartCEO Philadelphia. - September 11, 2015 - Penn Community Bank
Private Bank of Buckhead Renewed as SBA "Preferred Lender"
The U.S. Small Business Administration has renewed Private Bank of Buckhead’s Preferred Lender Participant status, which streamlines and expedites processes for the bank’s clients. - August 31, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Kaiku is Honored to be Part of the Visa® Clear Prepaid Program
Kaiku has certified to meet the Visa Clear Prepaid Standards. - August 04, 2015 - Kaiku Finance, LLC
Shequita Harris Added to Operations Team at Private Bank of Buckhead
Private Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Hampton resident Shequita Harris as a Loan Operations Specialist. “Shequita recognizes that career success, particularly for our banking model, is established through long-lasting... - June 12, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Florida Capital Bank, N.A. Named Top Community Lender for FY14
The economy in Florida is on the rise and small business lending is growing. As an increasing number of small business owners across the state are looking to grow their businesses, trusted community lenders like Florida Capital Bank, N.A. are providing financial expertise to help them achieve their... - June 10, 2015 - Florida Capital Bank
Credit Administration Pro Added to Private Bank of Decatur Team
Private Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Eric Swilling, as Assistant Vice President, Credit Administration. He’ll be based out of Private Bank of Decatur, serving clients across the metro area. “Eric’s personality and... - June 10, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
HR Pro Added at Private Bank of Buckhead
rivate Bank of Buckhead, which includes Private Bank of Decatur and PrivatePlus Mortgage, has added Karen E. Neely, SHRM-CP, as Senior Vice President and Human Resources Director. Neely is the bank’s first full-time HR professional; since its inception in late 2006, it has grown from nine employees to more than 80. - May 22, 2015 - Private Bank of Buckhead
Great Basin Federal Credit Union Creates Rebuild Together Loan
Great Basin Federal Credit Union has created the Rebuild Together Loan to support local Nevadans. Credit cards can often be a scary topic for people when considering their finances, so the local credit union created the Rebuild Together Loan to battle that fear and help people build credit. The... - May 21, 2015 - Great Basin Federal Credit Union
Local Credit Union Helps Small Businesses Grow with Seminar Series
Great Basin Federal Credit Union launches a monthly seminar series called “Let’s Talk Business: Small Business Seminar Series” for companies in the Reno and Sparks area. - May 15, 2015 - Great Basin Federal Credit Union