Banking & Finance
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Join Meri the Book Fairy for Meridian Bank’s Young Savers Reading Initiative
Meridian Bank’s West Chester branch invites children to join Meri the Book Fairy for its Young Savers Reading Initiative. At the branch’s newly installed Readers Corner, children can peruse the book selection and even earn a $20 prize just by spending some time reading. Meri, the Meridian Bank book fairy, loves reading and believes books…
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Fighting Food Insecurity Together: WSFS Bank Teams with Sharing Excess, Sunday Breakfast Mission for Food Drive
WSFS Bank has launched its annual food drive to combat food insecurity across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region. WSFS banking offices in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania will serve as deposit centers for nonperishable donations from WSFS associates, customers, and community members through Dec. 31. WSFS officially kicked off the food drive at WSFS…
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10 Lessons to Teach Your Teen About Money
As teenagers transition into adulthood, understanding money becomes increasingly important. Some children may take a financial literacy course in school, but it’s not a required course in every district … yet. Pennsylvania recently became the 25th state to require financial literacy classes for all high school graduates starting with the class of 2027, but the curriculum isn’t…
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Citadel Credit Union Announces Settlement with DOJ, Bolsters Commitment to a Brighter Future for All
Citadel Credit Union has entered into a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. This agreement marks a pivotal moment in Citadel’s journey, embracing the opportunity to reinforce its dedication to community and demonstrate its strong aspiration to ensure access to credit and financial services for every member of the communities it serves. “As we…
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Are You a Business Owner Whose Bank Is Dropping the Ball? Firstrust Bank Urges You to Throw the Challenge Flag
Whether it’s loans, lines of credit, local expertise, or fraud protection, the list of what business owners rely on their banks for is seemingly never-ending. Therefore, having the right banking partner can make all the difference in the world. Firstrust Bank has launched a “Challenge Your Bank” campaign — appropriate given the time of year…
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Meridian Bank Hosts CEO Series Featuring Former Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney
On Oct. 3, Meridian Bank hosted its CEO Series event at the Radnor Hotel, featuring Guest Speaker and former Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney. The audience was filled with local business leaders to hear Diviney’s presentation, which was followed by cocktails, food, and networking. As a takeaway, each attendee received a signed copy of Diviney’s book,…
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First Resource Bank To Host Free Shred Event Oct. 19
Back by Popular Demand, First Resource Bank’s Free Shred Event will return on Oct. 19 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. Start gathering those unwanted documents and come out and shred them for no charge. The Free Shred Event will take place at the Bank’s Exton Branch (800 N. Pottstown Pike). For more information, call 610-235-4700. While…
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Regional Consumers’ Spending and Saving Habits Remain Flexible in Challenging Economy, WSFS Bank Survey Finds
Thirty-eight percent of regional residents are spending more money now compared to last year, while only 28 percent are saving more, according to a Money Trends survey from WSFS Bank. Economic pressures remained, with the rise in costs and inflation noted as the top driver of increased spending (69 percent) among those who said their…
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Make Well-Informed Refinancing and Homebuying Decisions with These Tips from WSFS Mortgage
For individuals who are considering refinancing their mortgage or buying a new home, the housing market’s complexities can be overwhelming — even more so with fluctuating interest rates adding to the uncertainty. Jeffrey M. Ruben, the President of WSFS Mortgage, offers valuable insights on both refinancing and homebuying, and his key considerations serve to help…
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Peter R. Barsz Appointed to the Board of Directors at Drexel Neumann Academy
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz LLC (BGA&F) is proud to announce that Partner Peter R. Barsz, CPA, CGMA has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Drexel Neumann Academy. Barsz’s vast experience in finance, public service, and education will bring significant value to the academy and the community it serves. As a partner at…
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With an Assist from Firstrust Bank, Nancy Glass Broke Barriers to Build a Multimedia Empire
Before 2003, when she took a leap of faith by starting what is now one of the Top 100 production companies in the world, Nancy Glass was the first woman to be solo host of a nationally syndicated news show and the first person in cable to be nominated for an Emmy Award for Best…
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C&N Promotes Brian Tevlin to Director of Investment Services
C&N Wealth Management continues to strengthen its team with the promotion of Brian Tevlin to Director of Investment Services. In his new role, Tevlin will lead and expand C&N Wealth Management’s relationship with LPL Financial. “I’m honored to step into this new role and oversee such a strong, established team,” said Tevlin. “I look forward…
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How the Right Banking Partner Can Help You Build and Expand Your Business
In 2021, Eddie Reis purchased NaBrasa Brazilian Steakhouse in Horsham. It’s there that his partnership with Tomas Zozaya started. Zozaya, who had been working at NaBrasa for over a decade, served as the General Manager of the restaurant before stepping into the role of Director. Together, the two have fine-tuned the Horsham location and, as…
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Meridian Bank Sponsors Devon Fall Classic, SVP of Commercial Lending Presents Feature Class Award
Meridian Bank was the Wheeler Sponsor of the Devon Fall Classic, which spanned from Sept. 12-15. On Sept. 13, Marc Pelletier, SVP of Commercial Lending, had the honor of presenting the “Speed Stake” Award ($10,000) to the Feature Class champion in the Dixon Oval. The Devon Fall Classic is a signature Main Line tradition and…
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Penn Community Bank Commits $35,000 to DelVal, Helps to Ensure ‘All Students Have Opportunity to Succeed’
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has committed $35,000 to Delaware Valley University, aimed at supporting student success and addressing technology needs. The majority of the funds ($25,000) will provide scholarships to low- to moderate-income students across all majors, helping to alleviate financial barriers to higher education. Additionally, a second…
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New Contest from Firstrust Bank, Philadelphia Eagles to Give ‘Brotherly Shove’ to a Local Business’s Bottom Line
New for this football season, Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles have teamed up for the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a program focused on supporting and promoting businesses in the Greater Philadelphia area. The Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight will award one Greater Philadelphia business up to $40,000 in promotional assets, including mention on the Eagles…
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Firstrust Bank Leads $1 Billion Banking Facility for College Ave
Firstrust Bank, as lead bank for College Ave, has arranged a $1 billion banking facility to help fuel the continued growth and success of College Ave’s student loan program. The collaboration demonstrates Firstrust’s commitment to innovation through Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) solutions. “Firstrust’s role as the lead banker in this partnership demonstrates our capacity to support large-scale…
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Refinance Ready? Key Considerations for When to Refinance Your Mortgage
Interest rates have continued to impact many aspects of consumers’ lives in recent years. After record-low rates early in the pandemic gave way to mortgage rates higher than they had been for more than a decade, many homebuyers and sellers have been left on the sidelines. Homeowners who were able to lock in their rate…
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