Citizens’ Post

MO Bankers be sure to find Larry Wood & Travis Holdman at the Annual Convention to learn about exciting updates in tax-advantaged investment strategies for community banks! #mobankers #solartaxcredit #communitybanks #investments

Choosing a new bank is difficult for any company, but when you’re focused on growth and stability, it’s even more important to choose the right long-term bank partners.   The core values of Third Coast Bank lined up perfectly with what has made Derek Sledge and I successful in this market by:   1) Building Relationships – We are running a dynamic team that will bring quality, long-standing relationships to the bank to drive profitability and growth for Third Coast and its commercial partners for years to come. We take pride in connecting our clients with the right companies and people in the community to help their businesses thrive. 2) Growing Our Community – We are supporting the non-profit groups that we are deeply involved with (such as San Antonio Legal Services Association (SALSA), Women in Film & Television San Antonio (WIFT SATX), LiftFund, Rey Feo Consejo Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation, San Antonio Texas Exes, St. George Episcopal School, among others) by offering our beautiful space for meeting and events at no cost to them. 3) Doing Good – We love what we do, and we do it well. Call us when you need a trustworthy friend to bank with so that we can find innovative ways to solve your banking challenges and enable your company to do more good for your employees and the development of our economy. Derek Sledge Tiffany Terrell, CTP Samantha Brinson Alex Aceves Brad Adcox Bill Bobbora Bart Caraway Mary Brennan Stich Troy Glander #Banking #SanAntonio #BuildingRelationships #GrowingCommunities #DoingGood

IF THIS CAUSES YOU TO PAUSE (cause it should).......... Send someone and/or attend yourself or both. The time for action on Black Wealth is now! NAREB is working with the African American Mayors Association, National Bar Association and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity to present the Charlotte stop on the Building Black Wealth Tour. In more than 100 cities, NAREB will organize classes, workshops, and one-on-one counseling with lawyers, agents/brokers, and lenders. Experts will advise families on homebuying, investing, careers in real estate, and what to do with Big Mama’s House. Why is this needed? The Black-White wealth gap is so expansive that the 400 wealthiest Americans control the same amount of wealth as the 48 million Blacks living in the U.S. There are 2 million mortgage-ready Black Americans who don’t yet own houses. At the Charlotte event, sessions will include: https://lnkd.in/ghDMTsmx #TheAkennaLife #BlackmonRealEstate #NCandSCRealEstate #AllThingsRealEstate #Home #CharlotteArea #SoBusyCanHardlyPost #REQueen #ConnectionsMatter #NorthCarolina #SouthCarolina #OwnItToControlIt

We honor and remember the brave individuals who sacrificed for our country this Memorial Day. Their courage and selflessness inspire us all. At Bank of Hope, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who have served and their families, whose sacrifices ensure our freedom and security. Whether you're spending time with loved ones, reflecting on the significance of this day, or simply enjoying the freedoms we cherish, we stand together in remembrance and gratitude. #MemorialDay #BankofHope #bankingandfinance #millennialmoney #moneymanagement #moneyonline #savings #smartbanking #wealthmanagement #wealthmindset

💡 Ever wondered about the unique benefits of Black-led credit unions? Unlike traditional banks, credit unions are not-for-profit institutions with a focus on community empowerment. Renee Sattiewhite, CEO of the African American Credit Union Coalition, explains their origin in serving the underserved: "When banks wouldn't, credit unions did." 🌐✊ Black credit unions, like 1st Choice Credit Union in Atlanta, understand and address community obstacles. Dina Hairston, CEO, emphasizes the removal of barriers: "We look at the full person, the full picture, from the financial standpoint." Learn how credit unions like 1st Choice are not just financial institutions but cooperative communities striving for inclusivity. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g-DiQjey #CreditUnions #CommunityEmpowerment #FinancialInclusion #BlackOwned

The banking Compliance and Risk world is very small. Sharing as this has been in my thoughts all week.

A new Black-owned financial institution could emerge west of Texas! The investment group Redemption Holding Co. (RHC), led by former White House Policy Advisor Ashley D. Bell, wants to acquire Holladay Bank & Trust in Holladay, UT, per an outlet. If approved, the Utah financial institution will be renamed Redemption Bank and become the only Minority Depository Institution west of Texas. "All of us require a bank to operate, and the reality was there was no Black-owned bank that we could sit on top of to operate with the way we're currently constructed," Bell told The Sacramento Observer. Alongside Bell will be Dr. Bernice A. King, the youngest child of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. Per The Wall Street Journal, she will join the bank's advisory board and serve as the senior vice president for impact banking. Read more here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g5FdWJSy #AFROTECH #Investmentbanking #Banking #BlackOwnedBank

There's nothing quite like connecting with our clients face-to-face! 🤝 At Queen City Wealth, we believe in the power of personal relationships and heartfelt conversations. It’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do. So many exciting things are on the horizon, and we can't wait to share them with you. 🎉✨ Grateful to be on this journey together. 📈 #queencitywealth #financialplanning #clientconnections #buildingwealth #wealthmanagement #networkingevent #clientfirst #futuregoals #wealthbuilding #financialfreedom #investmentstrategies #moneymatters #wealthadvisors #financialsuccess #inpersonconnections #businessnetworking #financecommunity #wealthjourney #planningforthefuture #personalfinance #advisorlife

Black History is Financial Success! Did you know that America's first Black-owned bank, True Reformers Bank, was founded by Rev. William Washinton Browne in 1888? By 1976, there were 50 Black-owned banks nationwide, however by 1988, the savings loan crisis dwindled that number to 15. Today, there are 44 Black-owned banks, and minority-owned banks have accrued more than $343 billion in assets, and financial security for Black Americans continue to trend in the right direction. For more resources, check out the article below and see what Black-owned financial institutions exist in your state. #WorkingCredit #BlackHistoryMonth #Buildcreditbuildpower Source: https://lnkd.in/dBCPzay

The First Black......... I might have ruffle some feathers with this one but every time I see a post, an ad, or hear some mention the "The First Black....." I cringe. I feel like we still shouldn't have to mention that, that we should be much further along than that as a people, and as a society. "The First Black......" I understand the struggles my people have endured, how slavery still has rumbling impacts, and how the crack era ruined black families and lives. I understand systemic racism still exists in our criminal justice system, in our politics, in the workplaces, and our education systems. But as for me, I want our black "firsts" to go toe to toe with our majority institutions, and to compete for business and opportunities based on how we perform. based on how we conduct business, and how we treat others. To me, being the "first black" carries with it the ideation that we have "arrived" at some new level of socioeconomic status, that we have overcome systems that some would argue were designed to limit our opportunities; however, today we have many more opportunities and chances at success than ever before. Information is at our fingertips, we have the ability to network, research, and market ourselves like never before! So when I see these posts of "The First Black" it makes me cringe because its so outdated to me. This isn't the 1980's, we're in 2024! Of course we ought to start seeing more black astronauts & black scientists who discovered breakthroughs in medical science & technology because the times are moving! The tide is shifting, we are in a new era of opportunity. We shouldn't have to say the "First Black" anymore, our successes and achievements need to become more normalized which will begin to break down fences and glass ceilings. Hell, I've seen formerly convicted felons start their own businesses like restaurants and car dealerships. They didn't sit around and say, ohhh I'm black and a convicted felon them white folks ain't gonna give me no job or opportunity!. No! They went out there, started over, figured it out and made a life for themselves. Celebrating being the “First Black” is almost like adults wanting recognition for their birthday. They want a gift. No, we’ve got bigger fish to fry and bigger goals to attain. The people in the article pictured below are absolutely beautiful people, but I'd bet they are better known for being smart, value providing, capitalists credit union rather than being the "First Black." We've come a long way and to those who still struggle I say you have to open your eyes, have confidence in yourself, don't follow the majority, and just be yourself and you'll find a way. I don't subscribe to the "First Black." I am equal to or greater than. Miss me with that “First Black” title because it shouldn’t “necessarily” be an achievement in and of itself , but rather a recognition that you kicked ass to get there, that you were smart, and that you handled your business.