Banking & Finance
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C&N Shares 6 Steps to Protect Your Business from Cybercrime
Take a moment to think about how vital technology has become to running your business. New advancements in technology have streamlined the way you communicate, accept payments, pay bills, track inventory, manage payroll, and much more. But with these advances come new risks. Fortunately, we have six steps that you can take to better protect you…
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Firstrust Bank Helps College Ave Scale Its Vision to Become One of Nation’s Largest Private Student Loan Providers
In a little more than a decade, Wilmington-based College Ave has gone from a startup with a mission to simplify student lending to the second-largest private student loan provider in the country. Behind that swift ascent is its strategic, deeply collaborative relationship with Firstrust Bank, which began with a handshake and has since powered more…
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S&T Bank Named as a 2025 ‘Philadelphia Inquirer’ Top Workplace
S&T Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of S&T Bancorp Inc., has been named a 2025 Philadelphia Inquirer Top Workplaces Winner. This regional recognition is based on anonymous employee feedback from a research-based survey issued by Energage. Top Workplaces recognizes organizations that have created outstanding workplace cultures. The survey captures employee sentiments around engagement, empowerment, feeling…
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Buy Now or Wait? Expert Tips on Navigating High Mortgage Rates
If you’ve been wondering whether you should wait for mortgage rates to come down before you buy a house, you’re not alone. High rates and home prices have made many prospective buyers decide to sit out of the housing market. Over the past few years, we’ve seen mortgage rates climb from as low as three percent…
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S&T Bank Supports Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Across Entire Footprint
It all began with one lemonade stand in a little girl’s front yard. At just four years old, Alexandra (Alex) Scott decided to help raise money for research as she herself was battling childhood cancer. To date, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) has raised more than 300 million dollars for the cause. In 2023, S&T…
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C&N Offers 4 Digital Resources Every Small Business Needs
Every minute matters when you’re running a business. Whether you’re chasing payments, juggling paperwork, or managing cash flow, the right digital tools can help you get more done with less stress. That’s why C&N offers powerful, easy-to-use banking solutions designed specifically for small businesses like yours. From accepting payments to protecting against fraud, here are…
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Citadel Credit Union Now an Official SBA Lender to Empower Small Businesses in Greater Philadelphia
Citadel Credit Union has been authorized as an official Small Business Administration (SBA) lender, a significant milestone that positions the credit union as a vital partner for small businesses in the Philadelphia region. This achievement comes on the heels of Citadel’s recent enhancement of its Commercial Banking team, further strengthening the credit union’s ability to provide small business…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Alex Norcross, Assistant Vice President, Mid Penn Bank
Alex Norcross, Assistant Vice President at Mid Penn Bank, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in South Jersey, the lessons he learned from playing sports, and why he is excited about his role at Mid Penn. Norcross was an ambitious and hardworking teenager whose first job was as a page in the U.S. Senate…
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S&T Bank Thanks Frank J. Palermo, Jr. for 12 Years of Service on Board of Directors
S&T Bank recently shared that longtime Board Member Frank J. Palermo, Jr. will be stepping down after 12 years of dedicated service. Palermo has reached the mandatory retirement age outlined in the company’s governance guidelines and won’t be running for reelection. He’ll continue to serve on the board through the end of his current term,…
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Eagles and Firstrust Bank Award High School Entrepreneurs in Student Business Pitch Competition
Five teams of students from four high schools in the Greater Philadelphia region recently competed in a business pitch challenge hosted by the Philadelphia Eagles and Firstrust Bank. The competition marked the culmination of the Entrepreneurs Game Plan powered by the Science of Sport program, a digital learning platform implemented in 35 area high schools…
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S&T Bank Donates $10,000 to Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors, Inc.
S&T Bank recently donated $10,000 to Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors, Inc. (PAWW), an independent, statewide non-profit organization providing support to Pennsylvania wounded warriors, veterans in crisis, and their families. During the 2024-2025 Steelers football season, as part of their partnership with iHeartRadio, S&T pledged $300 to PAWW for every Steelers takeaway that occurred in a game,…
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Police Athletic League of Philadelphia Honors Firstrust Bank CEO Tim Abell at Annual Awards Gala
For decades, Firstrust Bank has been a steadfast supporter of the Police Athletic League of Philadelphia’s mission of “Cops Helping Kids.” The bank’s mission to cultivate prosperity for its customers, employees, and the communities it serves dovetails seamlessly with PAL’s work, as both organizations are helping to build a Philadelphia where everyone — especially the…
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Citadel Credit Union: How to Protect Yourself from Impersonation Scams
Impersonator scams come in many forms. In these scams, fraudsters try to trick victims into thinking they’re from an entity you trust to take your money. Here are the three most common types of impersonator scams to look out for: Government Scams A government impersonation scam often starts with a call, email, or text from someone who says they’re with…
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C&N: Getting Started with Wealth Management to Build a Secure Financial Future
Taking control of your finances, especially navigating complex topics like wealth management, can feel overwhelming. However, this guide equips you with the knowledge and resources to embark on this journey and build a secure financial future. Understanding the Landscape Before diving in, it’s crucial to solidify your understanding of financial basics. Our Banzai library offers…
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Philly-Headquartered Macquarie Acquired By Japan-Based Investment Company, Plans to Make City a Hub
Nomura, one of the largest investment companies in Japan, has agreed to buy Australia-based Macquarie’s U.S. investment management arm along with two smaller European affiliates for $1.8 billion, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The acquired companies manage $180 billion worth of stocks and bonds for individual investors, insurance companies, and other institutions.…
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From the Gridiron to the Green: Brent Celek Talks Real Estate, Resilience, and Reinvention with Haverford Trust’s Hank Smith
It’s not every day that a Super Bowl champion drops insights on interest rates and real estate trends, but Brent Celek has never been the typical retired athlete. On a recent episode of Speaking of Quality: Wealth Management Insights, hosted by Hank Smith of The Haverford Trust Company, Celek, former Eagles tight end and now…
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Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Announces Next President
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia has been in search of its next president and recently announced the appointment of Anna Paulson to become its next executive leader, writes Michael S. Derby for Reuters. Paulson currently serves as the director of research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. She will officially join the Philadelphia…
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C&N to Acquire Susquehanna Community Bank
The boards of directors at Wellsboro-based C&N and West Milton-based Susquehanna Community Bank have agreed to a plan of merger pursuant to which the latter will merge with and into C&N. With consolidated assets of $2.6 billion, C&N operates 28 banking offices and one loan production office in Pennsylvania and New York. Susquehanna Community Bank,…
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