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Wise Business Plans Helps Campgrounds Share the Outdoors in Summer of 2016
Wise Business Plans offers detailed, professionally written campground business plans that utilize financial projections and client history to define goals and milestones and raise capitol. - May 18, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
First Service Credit Union Buys Houston Building for New Headquarters
Building in West Houston Energy Corridor will house corporate operations and new branch for First Service Credit Union. - May 18, 2016 - First Service Credit Union
Mars National Bank’s Dionise Serves on CLO Board
James V. Dionise, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mars National Bank is serving on the Pittsburgh CLO Board of Directors. “I am excited to be involved with Pittsburgh CLO. They have a long and rich history in the region and continue to expand their impact,” said Jim Dionise,... - May 17, 2016 - Mars Bank
Nikko-Desjardins Asset Management: Scott Morison Insinuates a Tax Cut, Says It's Part of an "Economic Plan"
Scott Morrison, the Treasurer of Australia, recently made a statement saying that his first budget will be unlike any budgets that Australia has seen. Morrison hinted towards a tax cut and said that he plans to increase education spending. - May 14, 2016 - Nikko-Desjardins Asset Management
Kayak and Canoe Guide Services Paddle Ahead with Wise Business Plans
Wise Business Plans is supporting outdoor guide services and rental entrepreneurs with the technical expertise and up to date market analysis to secure improved earnings potential and improved, long term business success. - May 13, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
Whitefish Credit Union Plans New South Kalispell Branch Grand Opening
Montana's largest credit union is set to officially open their newest location in Kalispell, Mont. - May 11, 2016 - Whitefish Credit Union
Dolphin Debit’s Gary Walston Named an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2016 Gulf Coast Area Finalist
Gary Walston, CEO of Houston company that specializes in ATM services for financial institutions, was named an EY Entrepreneur of Year finalist. - May 11, 2016 - Dolphin Debit
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
Pharmacies Write a Prescription for Improved Profits with Wise Business Plans
Wise Business Plans is linking up with pharmacists across the country to provide renewed access to market analysis and trends that will affect future pharmaceutical business ventures. - May 08, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
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
Georgia Credit Union Affiliates Offer Vacationing Tips in May Issue of "Consider This"
What's the best way to pay for your getaway? - May 06, 2016 - Georgia Credit Union Affiliates
Mars National Bank and First Front Door Helps First Time Homebuyers
Mars National Bank is again promoting the Federal Home Loan Bank Pittsburgh’s (FHLBank) program for first time homebuyers called “First Front Door.” The program supports first time homebuyers through down payment and closing cost assistance. Through First Front Door (FFD),... - May 03, 2016 - Mars Bank
Wise Business Plans Teams with Custom Cruise Lines in 2016
Wise Business Plans, a leader in global business planning, has begun a program, utilizing the latest technology in market research to help custom cruise lines meet increased demand through individualized, custom-crafted business plans and personal and professional financial planning. - April 30, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
Mobile Car Washing and Detailing Companies Are Garnering Increased Market Share in 2016 with Wise Business Plans
Wise Business Plans is implementing a new program of support for mobile vehicle cleaning businesses that involves in-depth market analysis and trends research, which can translate to improved future earnings and longterm business success. - April 29, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
UAE Exchange India Bags the Prestigious Golden Peacock Business Excellence Award 2016
UAE Exchange India was recently conferred the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Business Excellence by the Institute of Directors. - April 29, 2016 - UAE Exchange
Capital Services Data Scientist to Speak at FICO World
Capital Services' Chief Data Scientist, Alfred Furth, will be a featured panel speaker at FICO World, April 26-29 in Washington, D.C. Furth will share best practices for the evaluation and adoption of FICO Score 9, and describe how Capital Services uses scorecards, prediction tools, and analytics... - April 27, 2016 - Capital Services
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
Capital Services Reports Continued Growth in 2015, Credits Its Expertise at Asset Generation
Capital Services credit card accounts were up 29 percent over 2014, significantly higher than the 23 percent growth the company had predicted for 2015. - April 24, 2016 - Capital Services
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
Inaugural FinTech and Agent Banking Summit Heats Up the Mobile Money Revolution in Myanmar
The Emerging Asia FinTech & Agent Banking Summit 2016 on May 17-18 in Yangon, Myanmar - April 22, 2016 - Magenta Global Pte Ltd
Tomato Growers Prepare for a Profitable Harvest in 2016 with Wise Business Plans
Though the 2016 U.S. tomato season is in its early stages, it appears that it will be a very profitable year for growers, as prices and popularity remain high. Wise Business Plans and tomato growers are teaming up to safeguard profits through the Wise system of pairing cutting-edge market analysis... - April 21, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
Mission Federal Credit Union Opens 30th Branch; Announces National City Branch Grand Opening Celebration
New National City Branch opens April 18; celebration planned for May 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m - April 18, 2016 - Mission Federal Credit Union
Screen Printers See 2016 as a Year for Success with Help from Wise Business Plans
In the current market, businesses providing screen printing services are set to secure additional profits through custom design work and new methods. Wise Business Plans is happy to now work alongside custom screen printers to incorporate in-depth market data research and trend monitoring in a bid to secure increased market share and future profits. - April 16, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
Credit Union and Division of Fortune 500 Company Offer PerkUp Financial Wellness to Employees
PerkUp, the novel reward-based financial wellness program, has been put into place by the New Orleans operations of a Fortune 500 company. PerkUp partnered with Firemen's FCU to deliver its entertaining approach to financial education to the company. - April 15, 2016 - PerkUp
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
Finally Mobile Wallet Brings Fast, Easy, and Secure Financial Services to Consumers Nationwide
PayToo and City National Bank of New Jersey Announce Strategic Partnership. - April 13, 2016 - PAYTOO
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
Citrus Growers Now Looking at Increased Crops This Season with Wise Business Plans
Wise Business Plans has recently begun work to offer increased support for citrus growers large and small by accessing market logistics and boosting growth potential through proper business planning practices. - April 08, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
ILPO55 EU Funded Project – Mediterranean Bank Network Attends Partner Meeting Hosted by IEF, Spain
ILPO55 Erasmus+ project is being developed to address various European challenges and strategies to provide tangible tools and approaches in implementing the management for the over 55 employability of individuals, with specific reference to the Financial Services Sector. - April 07, 2016 - Mediterranean Bank Network
Internet and Gaming Cafes Roll Toward 2016 with Wise Business Plans
Wise Business Plans is now working with internet and gaming cafe owners and entrepreneurs to provide current market analysis and cutting-edge insight into the latest technologies and trends to develop state-of-the-art custom business plans and services. - April 07, 2016 - Wise Business Plans
CFC Holdings Inc. is Acquired
Wanke Associates, LLC acquires Minnesota based CFC Holdings LLC, dba as CFC Technology. - April 04, 2016 - Wanke Associates, LLC
French Regulatory Organization Authorizes Major French Bank to Use Talk to Pay for Card Not Present Payments with Voice Recognition
French data protection regulatory organization (CNIL) authorization makes it possible for all La Banque Postale cardholders to benefit from Talk to Pay®, allowing them to be protected during Card Not Present purchases thanks to voice generated dynamic cryptogram. - March 26, 2016 - Talk to Pay
Whitefish Credit Union to Open New South Kalispell Branch
Montana's largest credit union is pleased to announce the opening of their newest location. - March 26, 2016 - Whitefish Credit Union
Hein Named Mars National Bank’s Senior Vice President, Finance
James M. Hein was named Senior Vice President, Finance of Mars National Bank. He now oversees the finance, deposit and technology operations activities at the Bank. Mr. Hein joined Mars National Bank as Vice President, Controller in 2010. - March 22, 2016 - Mars Bank
First Service Credit Union Purchases Site for New Branch
First Service CU will open branch on Spring Cypress Road, in Houston, following renovation. - March 16, 2016 - First Service Credit Union
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
Whitefish Credit Union Names New Department Vice Presidents
Montana's largest credit union, Whitefish Credit Union, has named several new vice presidents. - March 12, 2016 - Whitefish Credit Union
UAE Exchange Recognized as a Great Place to Work
Working for an organisation that offers a work-life balance is a blessing but working for an organisation that rewards and helps improve skills of its team is a richer blessing. One such organisation that inspires and motivates its staff is UAE Exchange, the leading global remittances, foreign... - March 12, 2016 - UAE Exchange
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signed by Mediterranean Bank Network (MBN) and The Association of the Mediterranean Chambers of Commerce and Industry
The Memorandum of Understanding signed by Marika Huber, Manging Director of the MBN, and Anwar Zibaoui, Coordinator of ASCAME aims to promote investments in the Mediterranean region, as well as funding for SMEs and start-ups. - March 11, 2016 - Mediterranean Bank Network
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
Mission Federal Credit Union Opens 29th Branch; Announces San Carlos Branch Grand Opening Celebration
New San Carlos Branch opens March 7; celebration planned for April 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - March 08, 2016 - Mission Federal Credit Union
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
UAE Exchange CEO Wins the Finance CEO of the Year Award
Mr. Promoth Manghat, CEO, UAE Exchange, is named the Finance CEO of the Year at Indian CEO Awards 2016, in recognition for business excellence and his achievements over the course of the past year as the CEO of UAE Exchange. Promoth received this award for his outstanding contributions in the... - March 03, 2016 - UAE Exchange
BondIT Has Been Selected as a Finalist for the FinTech Innovation Awards 2016
BondIT has been selected as a finalist for the FinTech Innovation Awards 2016. The selection was for the Innovation in Wealth, Asset and Investment Management category. “The need for a revolution in the fixed income advisory is more evident than ever,” said Etai Ravid, BondIT CEO... - March 03, 2016 - BondIT
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