Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read September 2022 — Both the global and national challenges of the last few years have made it even more difficult for first time buyers to afford a home. These struggles of affordable homeownership have been particularly challenging for minority communities. Prices have increased an
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read August 2022 — Whether it’s being called another bad quarter, a downturn, a slowdown or even a recession, last week’s national news cycle warned that preparations are in order. Despite the past few months of negative economic news, Florida’s business leaders have mostly remained
2 min read June 2022 — Studio Bank is a boutique bank that provides organizations, families and individuals with sophisticated financial services. In an interview with Invest:, Co-Founder and Chief Relationship Officer Harry Allen discussed milestones and achievements, strategies to recruit new talent, Studio’s value proposition and financial literacy. What
Writer: Liz Palmer 2 min read May 2022 — As environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) investments continue to heat up, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced last week that officials are discussing updating the existing guidelines on the strategies’ regulations. In a statement, SEC Chair Gary Gensler said, “ESG
2 min read May 2022 — The key to the future of the banking business is to develop a balance between technology and human interaction. In an interview with Invest:, John Zimmerman, regional banking director of Wells Fargo, said that is also his bank's competitive advantage. Zimmerman also discussed the
From the rise of cryptocurrencies to the slow emergence from a historic low interest rate environment, the banking industry is steering through an evolving lanscape. With Invest:Insights, Market President of Ameris Bank in Orlando Joseph Losch discussed avenues for collaboration between schools and financial institutions, the opportunities and challenges presented
U.S. Bank is one of the largest banking institutions in the United States. With Invest: Insights, Executive Vice President of Consumer & Business Banking Dee O'Dell discussed community, talent and innovation as key priorities, with a focus on U.S. Bank's presence in the Charlotte market. From new attraction and retention
While the banking industry is undergoing an unprecedented evolution from a technology standpoint, much remains to be done when it comes to diversifying the industry's workforce and improving community outreach efforts. President of the Tennessee Region for Truist Bank Johnny Moore shared with Invest:Insights the next steps in fostering equitable
2 min read April 2022 — Tom Iadanza, president at Valley Bank, says that jumping into new industries in New Jersey and new national trends helped the bank expand and be more profitable. In an interview with Invest:, he said the cannabis industry and fintech competition have made Valley Bank
Writer: Caty Hirst 2 min read April 2022 — Texas' accelerated economic activity and the nation's shifting financial landscape over the last few years have forced local banks to implement creative strategies to remain profitable and match the growth of the market. Across the country, banks are expected to have
