PPP Loan Forgiveness Updates for 2022
01/18/22
SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness for 2021 First and Second Draw loans is in full swing! If you have not yet applied for forgiveness, this is a great opportunity to submit your application. Forgiveness response times are at their shortest, and the process is fairly painless!
Read MoreLocal Banks Need Local Representation
01/12/22
Congratulations to President and CEO Brian Ruisinger on his appointment to the Arizona Bankers Association Board. Brian shared his thoughts on the importance of representing the needs of local Arizona banks.
Read MoreYour Social-Media Activities Can be a Treasure Trove for Hackers
11/15/21
The post you "liked" on Facebook, your alma mater highlighted on LinkedIn ... they are all clues that can make you and your company vulnerable to fraud and phishing scams, according to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
Read MoreSmall Business Marketing: 7 Simple, Effective Ways to Differentiate Your Brand
08/18/21
It's the little things you do that set your business apart from your competitors. Of course, it's important to provide a quality product and excellent service to even have a chance at being successful. But what about those breakout moments where your business and brand can really shine? Ted Raymond, principal of Pixa Creative, a local marketing and branding agency, shared his tips to use your company brand to create a memorable customer experience and improve employee engagement at our ShopTalk for small businesses.
Read MoreInternal Loan Audits: Why They Matter to Bank Customers
04/16/21
"Internal loan audits give us a first-run review before the Federal Regulators come in for their reviews," says EVP and Chief Credit Officer Amy Lou Blunt. "This gives us an opportunity to learn and improve our own internal procedures. The audit ensures we comply with the thousands of regulations out there, that we're running the bank cost-effectively, and are providing shareholder value."
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