As Community Banks Get Acquired, What Happens to Small-Business Lending?
As community banks continue to be swallowed by bigger fish, some bankers and banking experts say small-business lending could be at risk.
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The Premier Banking Experience for Every Client
Oak Valley Community Bank
In early 2020, Billy Ngo and Peter Kwong, business partners in Kru, Fish Face and Kodaiko restaurants, found themselves in a position like many other small business owners.
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Building Stronger Communities Starts with Strong Relationships
American River Bank a Part of Bank of Marin
At Bank of Marin, building strong relationships and giving back are how we have helped Bay Area communities thrive for more than 30 years. In partnership with the experienced professionals at American River Bank, we are working to build upon long-standing relationships within the Greater Sacramento Region.
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Insights on Innovation, Investing and Society
Impact Global Venture Summit is expected to mobilize 1,000 investors and entrepreneurs from the Capital Region and beyond
Sure to make a splash in the technology innovation space, the fourth annual Impact Global Venture Summit will be held on Thursday, October 7 at the brand-new SAFE Credit Union Convention Center.
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Financial Advisory Firm Leads with Culture and Community Engagement
Van Hulzen Financial Advisors
Van Hulzen Financial Advisors features uncommon investment capabilities paired with a magnetic, local culture and a commitment to make transformational impacts in the community. “Our people and culture set us apart,” says Nathan Torinus, CEO. “Financial advice is only as good as the motivations of those providing it.
Encouraging Economic Equity
Deneva Shelton, the Sacramento community manager of JPMorgan
Chase, wants to use her expertise to increase Sacramentans’
financial opportunities.
Yoga Classes, Therapy and 401(k)s
California businesses are beefing up benefits to attract workers
California businesses are responding to a labor shortage with social media pleas, hiring incentives, bonuses and new benefits. So far, workers, particularly in the service industry, are seeing wages rise.
How Supporting Local Minority-Owned Enterprises Helps Everyone
Here are four ways to support the Capital Region’s diverse small business owners — and why it matters.
On the Rise: Melissa Granville
Meet 12 young professionals who are shaping their industries and the Capital Region
Melissa Granville, principal at Capitol Impact, has pointed all her professional efforts toward making a positive social impact in her community.
On the Rise: Crystaline Combs
Meet 12 young leaders who are shaping their industries and the Capital Region
In the wake of George Floyd’s death in May 2020, Crystaline Combs stepped into an unexpected role outside of her regular “day job” as vice president and consumer and business banking administrative manager at the U.S. Bank Sacramento Main Branch.