Banking & Financial Services News
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GSF Mortgage President Named Among 25 Most Connected Mortgage Professionals
GSF Mortgage is pleased to announce that its president, Chad Jampedro, has been named among National Mortgage Professional’s 25 Most Connected Mortgage Professionals. This list is comprised of mortgage professionals nominated by their peers based upon their influence on social media. Due to... - September 10, 2015 - GoGSF
Edmund Price Joins BDA as Head of Financial Institutions Advisory
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that Edmund Price has joined the firm, based in Hong Kong, as Managing Director and Head of BDA's Financial Institutions Group. In this newly formed role, Mr. Price will work with BDA's global bankers to extend BDA's M&A advisory and capital raising... - September 09, 2015 - BDA Partners Ltd
MHY Pavilion Build Underway; Mars National Bank Helps Sponsor Leadership Butler County Project
Mars National Bank is one of many community businesses and organizations supporting the construction of a multi-use pavilion on the campus of MHY Family Services (formerly Mars Home for Youth). The Bank donated $5,000 to the project. As part of the 2015 Class of Leadership Butler County, Ryan... - September 05, 2015 - Mars Bank
Wildflower Group Hosts National Celebration of Women in Bloom
National Celebration of Women in Bloom celebrates women navigating divorce and widowhood. Laugh, learn, and be inspired as they honor women everywhere who are thriving following their experience. - September 04, 2015 - Wildflower Group of Kentucky
Georgia Bank Earnings 34.9 Percent Higher in Second Quarter
Loans, deposits, assets are all higher. Noncurrent loans decreased for 21st consecutive quarter. - September 04, 2015 - Georgia Bankers Association
Digital Economy Conference Brings FinTech Innovation to the Midwest
Just one month left until the premier FinTech conference on the Silicon Prairie. Omaha has a history as a FinTech hub, but minimal visibility into the innovation and disruption taking place in this region. Digital Economy 15 will change that by connecting startups, institutions, and the media for a thought-provoking day packed full of speakers, panels, and networking. - September 02, 2015 - Digital Economy Conference
The Business Bank of St. Louis Welcomes Two Members to the Associate Board
St. Louis bank adds to board. - September 02, 2015 - The Business 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
Hickory Homes For Heroes® Lender Gives Back to Over 100 Heroes and Their Families
National Homes for Heroes Program Honors Jamie Harrington for earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club Award. - August 31, 2015 - Homes for Heroes
Muskegon Homes For Heroes® Lender Gives Back to Over 100 Heroes and Their Families
National Homes for Heroes program honors Dave Lehner for earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club Award. - August 31, 2015 - Homes for Heroes
Salem Homes For Heroes® Lender Gives Back to Over 100 Heroes and Their Families
National Homes for Heroes program honors Travis Newton for earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club Award. - August 31, 2015 - Homes for Heroes
Financial Hills Latinoamerica (fhlatinoamerica.com) Signs New Agreement with Western Union Business Solutions
Financial Hills Latinoamerica and Western Union Business Solutions, have signed an agreement for customers in Europe to open accounts and receive interest payments in euros. - August 29, 2015 - Financial Hills Latinoamerica
Texas Trust Employees Donate Nearly $6,000 to Children First Counseling
Grand Prairie non-profit Children First Counseling received a generous donation from Texas Trust Credit Union. - August 27, 2015 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Marketforce Hosts Thirteenth Annual Conference on the Future of Private Banking & Wealth Management
ln its 13th year, The Future of Private Banking & Wealth Management returns to London on 4th November 2015, providing a leading strategic forum to discuss the key industry issues of today and tomorrow. - August 27, 2015 - Marketforce
Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery Expert Jim Vaughn Joins Silicon Forensics as Managing Director
Silicon Forensics, the trusted solutions provider for digital forensics, electronic discovery and consulting services announces that Digital Forensics and Electronic Discovery expert Jim Vaughn has joined the company as a Managing Director and Head of Silicon Forensics Solutions and Professional... - August 26, 2015 - Silicon Forensics
Launching a Robo-Advisor, CrowdFunding Portal or FinTech Business? Read This First. You'll Launch Quicker If You Do.
In the heart of Silicon Valley in California operates FinTech Associates, a boutique FinTech Engineering & Consulting firm dubbed the "McKinsey equivalent for FinTech" which has taken startups and established Financial Services players from FinTech idea to market solving a major problem given the shortage of engineering talent. But even better, they have experienced FinTech Entrepreneurs that partner with you to launch your Robo-Advisor or Equity CrowdFunding Portal at the speed of a startup. - August 25, 2015 - FinTech School
Atlanta Life Financial Group Pledges Support to The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Inc.
Atlanta Life Financial Group make a $25,000 Donation - August 25, 2015 - Atlanta Life Financial Group
BDA Advises Seera Investment Bank on the Divestment of Kosan Crisplant
BDA Partners (“BDA”) is pleased to announce that its client, Seera Investment Bank B.S.C (“Seera”), the Bahrain-based Shari’a compliant private equity investor, along with the management shareholders, have completed the sale of Kosan Crisplant Group (“Kosan... - August 21, 2015 - BDA Partners Ltd
BlueTracs Resolves Three Bank Robberies in a Single Day
BlueTracs tracking devices continue to deliver success as they help thwart three bank robberies in a single day. - August 20, 2015 - BlueTracs LLC
Printech Global Complies with Standardization of Checks in Panama
As the Superintendency of Banks Organization is working on regulatory changes for banks, they have new requirements for the check paper, designs and security features. Printech makes changes to its check stock to be in compliance with Panama rules. - August 20, 2015 - Printech Global Secure Payment Solutions
Capital Prepaid Offers Mobile Check Cashing to BlazePays Visa Prepaid Cardholders
Capital Prepaid Services has made loading checks to the BlazePays Visa Prepaid Card more convenient with the availability of mobile check cashing using the Ingo Money mobile app. - August 20, 2015 - Capital Prepaid Services
WebMoney is Launching an Improved Two-Factor Authentication Service
The global settlement system, WebMoney Transfer is launching an updated version of the E-NUM authentication service which will be available for use by owners of websites supporting a two-factor authentication system. - August 19, 2015 - WebMoney
New Book by Mortgage Veteran Gives Consumers Lesson on Credit Reports
Dog Ear Publishing reviews this new primer on credit reports and how to effectively create and maintain good credit scores. - August 18, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
WealthPack Launches Personal Finance App for India
WealthPack, a financial technology startup based in Gurgaon has launched a fully automated expense manager. Co-founded by three former investment bankers, WealthPack aspires to radically alter the personal finance landscape in India by changing the way people manage their money. WealthPack aims at... - August 16, 2015 - WealthPack
Business Bancshares, Inc. and The Business Bank of St. Louis Announce Second Quarter 2015 Financial Results
Consolidated year-to-date net income increased 17%. - August 15, 2015 - The Business Bank
GSF Mortgage Recognized Among Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Companies
Inc. Magazine ranked GSF Mortgage among its 34th annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America’s independent entrepreneurs. Companies such... - August 14, 2015 - GoGSF
13,000 TiE Global Entrepreneurs to be Linked Through a Mobile Solution by TrueFinancial™
TrueFinancial™ Technologies, Inc. has been contracted by TiE Global to build a complete mobile solution using their TrueNative™ Platform. TiE Global is the world’s largest entrepreneurial network with 13,000 members across 60 chapters in 18 countries. TrueFinancial™ Technologies specializes in building native mobile apps for investor relations and business communications covering Apple, Android and Windows. - August 13, 2015 - TrueFinancial Technologies
PrivatePlus Mortgage Partners with Westwood One and Charles Osgood in National Radio Expansion
Atlanta-based mortgage company gets creative in bringing mortgage news and information to consumers in 49 states + the District of Columbia. - August 10, 2015 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Zeibak Auto Trading Begins Program for Ride-Sharing Drivers
Zeibak Auto Trading began extending its services to individuals wanting to join Ride-Sharing app companies. Drivers can be preapproved for financing before utilizing the popular Zeibak Concierge service to find their next car at unbeatable prices. - August 10, 2015 - Zeibak Auto Trading
The Business Bank of St. Louis Elects Chairman
Daniel Guirl named Chairman of the bank's Board of Directors. - August 07, 2015 - The Business Bank
Weiss & Company LLP Expands with the Addition of a Family Office Practice
The Glenview-based accounting firm, Weiss & Company LLP is expanding with the addition of Allen C. Berg, CPA and his staff. Berg and his team bring extensive experience with high net worth clientele and Family Office Services to the firm. “We are enthusiastic about this merger and know... - August 06, 2015 - Weiss & Company LLP
GSF Mortgage Welcomes Military Veteran in Virginia
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Leon Story as a mortgage loan originator in Alexandria, Virginia. He joins TeamGO with 17 years of mortgage industry experience. Story will work under Stephen Trye, branch manager. Story was a member of the military for 18 years prior to joining the mortgage... - August 06, 2015 - GoGSF
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
AlgoTrades.net Announces New Fully-Automated Quantitative Trading Systems
Automated trading system provider releases new and improved systems for both intraday traders and investors. - August 04, 2015 - AlgoTrades.net
MIT Credit Union & Office of the Dean for Graduate Education Partner with iGrad for Financial Literacy Initiative
iGrad, a leader in financial literacy for higher education, announces a partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The science and technology research university is adding iGrad’s financial literacy platform to its counseling resources for students. The Office of the... - August 04, 2015 - iGrad
GSF Mortgage Promotes Bobby Roberts to Area Manager
GSF Mortgage is pleased to announce the promotion of Bobby Roberts to Area Manager in Bolivar, Tennessee. He will be responsible for managing and developing the GSF Mortgage presence in the area. Roberts believes in one philosophy: Customers are king. Without customers, there is no need for... - July 31, 2015 - GoGSF
Irving R. Katz Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Irving R. Katz of San Clemente, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of finance. About Irving R. Katz Mr. Katz is the President and CEO of Katz Financial LLC which provides financial... - July 29, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Privateplus Mortgage Expands, Adding Xiaoling He
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead, has named Xiaoling He a Vice President and Mortgage Banker. Her impressive experience includes working as an engineering researcher and investment advisor. “Xiaoling’s training and experience as an engineer and her work as... - July 29, 2015 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
The Enterprises TV Show to Feature Inside Finance Segment
The Enterprises TV show reviews the best solutions for small business finances. - July 29, 2015 - Enterprises TV
GSF Mortgage Appoints New CFO
GSF Mortgage is pleased to announce that Bruce Olster will be its new Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. In his role, Olster will maintain and develop relationships with financial partners, deal with investors that lend to the company and oversee financial reports as well as internal... - July 24, 2015 - GoGSF
GSF Mortgage Welcomes Marketing Manager in St. Louis
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Missy Palitzsch as marketing manager in St. Louis. She joins TeamGO with 14 years of industry experience and has previously held a real estate license. She has experience as a regional marketing manager where she managed several teams, created business plans and... - July 22, 2015 - GoGSF
PrivatePlus Mortgage Expands Team, Adding Mortgage Banker Wil Hersh
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead, has named Wil Hersh a Vice President and Mortgage Banker. He has been in the financial industry for 15 years and has lived in Atlanta more than 30 years. “Wil has the ability to quickly map out client needs and recommend... - July 21, 2015 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Gales Joins Mars National Bank as Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking
Kristy A. Gales joined Mars National Bank as an Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking. She will be located in the Cranberry Branch Office at 20246 Route 19, Cranberry Township. She brings over a dozen years of retail banking experience, mainly serving customers in Butler and Allegheny... - July 21, 2015 - Mars Bank
Reverse Mortgage Counseling Helps Seniors Make Informed Decisions
Guidewell Financial Solutions’ reverse mortgage counseling provides older adults with crucial information and helps them avoid being misled. - July 21, 2015 - Guidewell Financial Solutions
Breadwinner Moms Demonstrate Strength and Resilience
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Orange County, a member of the National Foundation for Credit CounselingⓇ (NFCCⓇ), recognizes that the reality faced by women who are primary wage earners in their household depends upon which of the two circumstances they are facing. Counseling and education have proven to be significant change factors for breadwinner mothers who are facing tough financial choices. CCCS-OC is able to provide financial counseling. - July 18, 2015 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Orange County
Brett J. Wyatt Joins Gordon Sykes as Of Counsel
Gordon Sykes LLP, a well-established Fort Worth based law firm providing comprehensive legal services to businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals, takes great pride in announcing the addition of Brett J. Wyatt as Of Counsel. Karen H. Gordon, Founding Partner, stated, “Establishing an Of... - July 16, 2015 - Gordon Sykes, LLP
GSF Mortgage Welcomes Diligent Branch in St. Louis
GSF Mortgage is pleased to welcome Jim Donovan and his team in St. Louis, Missouri. Donovan, branch manager, joins TeamGO with 11 years of mortgage industry experience. Donovan was a member of Midwest Mortgage Capital and when MMC decided to join forces with GSF Mortgage, Donovan chose to come... - July 16, 2015 - GoGSF
Frances Fabbro Named Encore Bank Sun City Branch Manager
Encore Bank is pleased to announce that Frances Fabbro has been appointed as its new Sun City Center Branch Manager. Her appointment is the result of an intensive candidate search to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of long-time Branch Manager, Jim Wilmouth. Fabbro offers 40 years of... - July 16, 2015 - Encore Bank
The “Investor Onboarding API”: ID Verification + Anti-Money Laundering (AML) + Accreditation Service, a Simple and Cost-Efficient Solution for Crowdfunding Portals
FundPaaS, a FinTech startup based in San Francisco, has launched the world’s first “Investor Onboarding API,” an automated solution to verify an investor’s identity and accredited status in accordance with SEC rules plus compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws. Crowdfunding and Alternative Lending (P2P) portals, VCs, Broker Dealers, Legal and Management Consultants involved in private placements can access the service via a Web App or an Application Programming Interface (API). - July 15, 2015 - FinTech School
Atlanta Life Insurance Company and Altium Group Announce Partnership
Atlanta Life Insurance Company (ALIC), a subsidiary of Atlanta Life Financial Group, Incorporated (ALFG), is pleased to announce its partnership with Altium Group, LLC, a New York-based specialty insurance firm. The partnership’s initial product offering is an innovative, industry-first,... - July 13, 2015 - Atlanta Life Financial Group