Banking & Finance
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C&N Shares 5 Steps to a Strong Business Plan
When business owners inquire about a business loan, it’s important for lenders to gauge how much knowledge and experience they have of their industry. Comprehensive awareness of a business’s surroundings is one of the most crucial aspects of a business plan. Lenders want to see that a customer can demonstrate a robust knowledge of their…
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Join the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit – Where Local Generosity Sparks Real Change
On Tuesday, May 7, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation will host its second annual Better Giving for Greater Impact (BG4GI) Summit — a powerful gathering designed to inspire smarter, more strategic philanthropy. Held at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester), the free, full-day event runs from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM, with doors…
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C&N Helps Kids and Teens Understand the Power of Saving
It’s never too early — or too late — to teach kids the value of saving money. Whether they’re tucking away spare change in a piggy bank or setting a goal for their first car, helping children and teens understand how saving works builds essential habits for the future. Start with a Simple Goal Children…
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Penn Community Bank Debuts First Children’s Book During Financial Literacy Month
Penn Community Bank has released its first children’s book, Sprout $aves the Day. The vibrantly illustrated and lesson-packed story is designed to introduce young readers to essential financial concepts in a fun, age-appropriate way and help families start conversations about money early. The debut and reading of the story took place at Bucks County Children’s Museum in New…
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Stephen McWilliams Joins Meridian as Regional Commercial Banking Director
Meridian Bank has appointed Stephen McWilliams to the position of Regional Commercial Banking Director for Philadelphia and South Jersey. With over 35 years of experience in the banking industry, McWilliams has specialized in business lending to a variety of industries, credit risk management and team building. In this new role, McWilliams will strengthen the Meridian brand, cultivate relationships…
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Protect Your Digital Identity from Cybercriminals
Picture this: You’re sitting in your favorite coffee shop, sipping on a steaming latte while browsing through your phone. Unbeknownst to you, a skilled cybercriminal lurking nearby has just accessed your personal information and is plotting to steal your identity. In today’s digital age, the threat of identity theft looms large, but fear not! In…
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Why Are We Okay With Bad Banking? A Closer Look at Customer Satisfaction and Community Alternatives
If your bank has ever hit you with an unexpected fee, bounced you between departments to fix a simple issue, or left you waiting weeks for a loan decision — you’re not alone. In fact, many of us have come to expect this level of service from our financial institutions. But the real question is:…
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Penn Community Bank and Metro Esports Launch First-of-Its-Kind Partnership to Gamify Financial Literacy
Penn Community Bank has partnered with Bucks County-based Metro Esports and its charitable arm Digital Bridge Builders in a groundbreaking initiative to transform financial education. Marking the first-ever collaboration between a community bank and a tech-driven esports organization, this partnership modernizes financial literacy by meeting young people where they are inside the world of gaming. The Penn Community Bank…
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Join FirstBank Charitable Foundation’s Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit 2025
The FirstBank Charitable Foundation will host its second annual Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit on May 7 from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester). The Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit (BG4GI) brings together everyone who cares about making a difference — donors, foundations, businesses, and nonprofit…
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Penn Community Bank Expands Financial Education Initiatives During Financial Literacy Month
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, is taking action to address the critical need for modern financial education by hosting and sponsoring a series of free financial education workshops in partnership with the Grundy Library in Bristol throughout April — National Financial Literacy Month. These sessions, led by bank professionals…
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Penn Community Bank Begins Renovation of Quakertown Financial Center
Penn Community Bank is renovating its Quakertown Financial Center (1051 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown). The project, set to be completed in approximately two months, will refresh and modernize the high-traffic location, enhancing the customer experience while preserving the personalized service the bank is known for. “Penn Community Bank is committed to continually improving the…
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C&N Celebrates 10 Years of Giving Back, Giving Together
This year marks a decade of Giving Back, Giving Together (GBGT), C&N’s signature community giving program that has brought teammates, business partners, and community leaders together to make a lasting impact. Since its launch in 2015, GBGT has raised more than $800,000, donated more than 42,000 necessity items, and contributed 1,650-plus volunteer hours — all…
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S&T Bank Named a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace for Second Consecutive Year
S&T Bank has again been named as a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace. This 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, and this marks the second time the Bank has won this award, first being named to the…
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Penn Community Bank and Foundation Invest $200,000 in Local Communities in Q1
Penn Community Bank continues its long-standing commitment to community investment. From January to March 2025, the bank and its charitable arm, the Penn Community Bank Foundation, have invested nearly $200,000 in grants to 32 nonprofit and community organizations. These funds, coupled with nearly 500 hours of team member volunteerism, are expected to impact tens of thousands of residents…
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Citadel Credit Union Introduces Breakthrough in Member-Centric Banking: Ultimate Growth Checking
Citadel Credit Union has launched Ultimate Growth Checking, a revolutionary checking account with no monthly service fee, designed to evolve with members by offering value at every stage of their financial journey. As a not-for-profit credit union, Citadel is committed to reinvesting earnings back to its members through better rates, lower fees, and intuitive financial solutions. By…
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‘We’re Not Just Numbers Here’: Patti McComsey Celebrates 45 Years Working at Citadel Credit Union
What started as a high school co-op position turned into a lifelong career—one marked by leadership, adaptability, and a deep connection to the members she serves. For 45 years, Patti McComsey has worked at Citadel Credit Union. McComsey began her journey at Citadel as a Coatesville High School student working in the afternoons while attending…
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When to Start Teaching Kids About Money & Wealth Management: Insights from Two Haverford Trust Experts
Financial literacy isn’t something kids pick up overnight. It’s built through experience, conversations, and smart guidance—ideally starting young. In a recent episode of Speaking of Quality: Wealth Management Insights, Bryan Tracy, Vice President and Director of Wealth Planning, and Gina Parissi, Senior Wealth Planner, both of Radnor-based Haverford Trust, shared their insights on when and…
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Firstrust Bank Doubles Down on Relationship Banking, Promotes John McBride and Beth Packel
In an attempt to centralize services, lean into technological advancements, and ultimately reduce overhead, big banks have largely abandoned traditional relationship managers. It’s a strategy that’s left them extremely vulnerable to customer flight. Meanwhile, banks that double down on relationship banking as a competitive advantage — like Firstrust Bank — are reaping the benefits. Firstrust…
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