The First Bancorp Announces Q1 Dividend Declaration
The First Bancorp Announces Q1 Dividend Declaration The First Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNLC), the parent company of First National Bank, has officially declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.36 per share for the first quarter of 2025. This dividend is scheduled…
Shomaker Joins SmartFinancial Board of Directors
Shomaker Joins SmartFinancial Board of Directors SmartBank, a subsidiary of SmartFinancial, Inc., is proud to announce the appointment of Kelli Shomaker to its esteemed board of directors. This significant decision is effective immediately and marks another step forward in the…
Summit Bank Announces Steve Ritchie’s Appointment to Advisory Board
Summit Bank Announces Steve Ritchie’s Appointment to Advisory Board Summit Bank is delighted to announce the appointment of Steve Ritchie, CPA, CFE, and Managing Partner at Kernutt Stokes, to its Eugene & Springfield Advisory Board. This strategic decision underscores Summit…
FV Bank Introduces SWIFT Services to Strengthen Global Payment Capabilities
FV Bank, a U.S.-licensed digital bank specializing in a vertically integrated suite of traditional and digital asset banking and custody services, has announced a significant milestone in its global payment offerings. The bank has successfully launched its SWIFT code: ITTLPRS2XXX,…
The Baldwin Group Secures $110M Note Purchase for New Insurance Exchange
The Baldwin Group Secures $110M Note Purchase for New Insurance Exchange The Baldwin Group, operating under the brand name The Baldwin Insurance Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWIN), has officially announced a significant financial development in its ongoing expansion efforts. The company…
Venerable Unveils New Leadership Appointments and Promotions
Venerable Unveils New Leadership Appointments and Promotions Venerable is pleased to announce significant leadership changes, welcoming George Alvites and Angie Ellis to the organization as Vice President, Head of Audit, and Vice President, Compliance, respectively. In addition, the firm is…
Extend Partners with Visa to Offer Virtual Card Solutions for the Middle Market
Extend Partners with Visa to Offer Virtual Card Solutions for the Middle Market Extend, a pioneering virtual card and spend management platform, has officially announced a referral agreement with Visa, a global leader in digital payments. This collaboration marks a…
U.S. Bank Personal Loans Now Accessible via State Farm
U.S. Bank Personal Loans Now Accessible via State Farm In a significant expansion of their long-standing alliance, State Farm and U.S. Bank have announced that State Farm customers can now apply for U.S. Bank personal loans of up to $50,000…
Regions Bank Honored with 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award
Regions Bank Honored with 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Regions Bank is proud to announce that it has been recognized with the prestigious 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA), a distinction that highlights organizations with the most engaged workplace cultures…
CTBC Bank & LAEDC Secure Top Grant for Fire Disaster Relief
CTBC Bank & LAEDC Secure Top Grant for Fire Disaster Relief CTBC Bank and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) have announced a significant financial commitment to support small businesses affected by the recent wildfires in the Los…
ARDRI Appoints Industry Veteran Steve Nadon as President
ARDRI Appoints Industry Veteran Steve Nadon as President ARDRI, an emerging leader in intelligent non-QM lending solutions, has officially launched, marking a significant milestone in the mortgage industry. With a commitment to transforming the sector through technology and transparency, the…
Chimera Investment Corporation Supports Residential Mortgage Loan Securitizations
Chimera Investment Corporation Supports Residential Mortgage Loan Securitizations Chimera Investment Corporation (NYSE: CIM) announced that on March 25, 2025, it had successfully sponsored two securitizations of residential mortgage loans, collectively amounting to an aggregate principal balance of $646 million. These…