Banking & Finance
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Penn Community Bank Survey Reveals Rising Service Needs, Debuts Giving Tuesday Grants
Penn Community Bank recently released findings from its community needs assessment which surveyed dozens of nonprofit organizations across its five-county footprint. The assessment reveals significant increases in service demands, with over 70 percent of organizations reporting higher needs in 2024 and 42 percent citing “significant” increases — straining budgets and volunteers. Key findings highlight critical…
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S&T Bank Continues You Give-We Give Tradition
While it may be better to give than receive, participants in S&T Bank’s You Give-We Give sweepstakes can enjoy doing both! For the second consecutive year, S&T Bank is celebrating December as the month of giving by offering an Instagram video/photo contest, which launched Dec. 2 and continues through the end of the year. Entrants…
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On a Wing and a Prayer, Oliver Heating & Cooling Wins Firstrust Bank’s Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
When the folks at Oliver Heating & Cooling submitted their entry into the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a new contest from Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles aimed at supporting and promoting local businesses, they did so on a wing and a prayer. Both literally and figuratively. “The deadline to enter was Oct. 15, but…
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Nonprofits Invited to Join in Penn Community Bank Survey for a Chance to Receive $2,500 Contribution
As the area’s largest mutual bank, Penn Community Bank’s commitment to Greater Good Banking drives its mission of building healthier, more resilient communities. To advance this mission, the Bank is launching a community research study on corporate social responsibility in our region and invites you to share your expertise in this important initiative. By collecting…
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Nomination Period Opens for 24th Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
Citadel Credit Union has officially opened the nomination period for its 24-year Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. It will remain open through Jan. 15. The program honors local teachers throughout the region in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties who go above and beyond for their students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Nominations are…
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A Home for the Holidays? Tips to Reignite Your Home Search This Winter
The housing market remains tight, presenting challenges for many aspiring homebuyers who have been sidelined in recent years. While the Federal Reserve has started decreasing interest rates, mortgage rates tend to be tied more closely to U.S. Treasury bonds. However, there are steps you can take now to prepare yourself for when you find your…
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6 Benefits of Using a Certificate of Deposit for Savings
Are you still searching for a safe way to grow your savings? A Certificate of Deposit (CD) from a trusted financial institution could be the solution you’ve been looking for. If you’re not a seasoned saver, this term may sound over your head, but we can assure you, it’s not. It’s a popular savings tool…
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S&T Bank Named a 2024 American Banker Best Bank to Work For
S&T Bank has been recognized as a 2024 American Banker Best Bank to Work For, a special recognition among top financial institutions on the annual America’s Best Banks list. S&T Bank’s people-forward purpose is reflected in this award that recognizes banks that do an exceptional job of providing employees with competitive benefits and a welcoming…
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Long Island Veterinarian Finds Lifeline in Firstrust Bank After Flash Flood Ravages His Practice
When a rare flash flood in the early morning hours of Aug. 19 ravaged his business, Dr. Matthew Steinberg, the owner of Commack Veterinary Center in Long Island’s Suffolk County, was left in a state of despair. Dr. Steinberg’s practice was one of several businesses in a strip mall that unexpectedly saw several feet of…
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‘Mutual Interest’ Magazine: Shifting Gears
In a world where big box stores and national chains increasingly dominate, the success story of Rob’s Automotive & Collision Center stands out as a shining example of what can be achieved through passion, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to customer service. From its humble beginnings operating out of a home garage, Rob Leipziger’s…
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Veteran-Owned Sequoia Lending Partners with Apex Commercial Capital to Drive Financial Solutions
Navy veteran Allen Wu, the founder and CEO of Sequoia Lending, a brokerage firm based in Rockville, Md., arrived in the United States with his parents and two siblings when he was just eight years old. Having emigrated from China, Wu quickly developed a deep and lifelong appreciation for the opportunities this country would afford…
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Oliver Heating & Cooling Gets Boost from Firstrust Bank and Eagles as Winner of Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles have announced that Oliver Heating & Cooling is the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a new program focused on uplifting and promoting businesses in the Greater Philadelphia area. As the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, Oliver has been awarded up to $40,000 in promotional assets,…
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With Support from Firstrust Bank, Greencastle Consulting Exemplifies the Best of Veteran-Led Business Achievement
There’s no shortage of consulting firms, particularly in the densely populated Delaware Valley, that businesses can turn to for support with executing their strategic initiatives. There is, however, only one — Malvern-based Greencastle Consulting — that can provide its clients solutions with a level of precision and discipline that can only be honed in the…
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Defunct West Chester Startup in Hot Water with Philadelphia Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies are suing the failed West Chester startup LifeBrand, its former corporate sponsor, for allegedly failing to pay for the final year of its marketing deal with the team, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In the lawsuit, filed at the Chester County Court of Common Pleas in West Chester on…
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How to Protect Your Cards and Avoid Holiday Shopping Scams
For many consumers, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year. Unfortunately, most scammers would agree. Debit and credit card scams increase yearly as holiday shopping kicks into high gear. And with credit card fraud rising a whopping 53 percent between 2019 and 2023, knowing how to protect your money from would-be scammers is…
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Commercial Loan Credit Process: A Guide for Businesses
Securing financing is a crucial step for many businesses, whether they’re looking to expand, invest in new equipment, or cover operational expenses. Commercial loans from banks are a popular option, but the process can be complex and intimidating. In this blog, we’ll demystify the credit process, giving you a clear understanding of what to expect…
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CEO of S&T Bank Named 2024 C-Suite Award Recipient by ‘Pittsburgh Business Times’
S&T Bank CEO Chris McComish has been named as a 2024 Pittsburgh Business Times C-Suite award winner. This accolade recognizes outstanding executives who have demonstrated the highest level of business savvy and vital leadership to help guide their companies to success. Winners are selected based on leadership and business contributions as well as community involvement. Nominees were…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer, WSFS Bank
Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer at WSFS Bank, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Elkins Park, where she watched her family manage several thriving businesses: a hair salon, a manufacturing business, and a dress shop. As she got older, she honed a competitive streak through academics and her part-time jobs in high…
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