First Bank of Alabama: STEM day at the races

Photos: Tyler Anderson/ProSport Management First Bank of Alabama partners with Talladega Superspeedway track to host a hands-on educational STEM program event for seventh graders. By Christyna Yang Talladega, Ala., is home to $900 million-asset First Bank of Alabama, but it’s also home to the Talladega Superspeedway, a famous NASCAR racetrack. It’s fitting, then, that Chad Jones, […]

Rebeca Romero Rainey: Our banking family

Photo by Chris Williams When we assemble at LIVE, it’s about coming together to ignite the passion for community banking on behalf of our communities in a way that moves the industry forward. The Hawaiian word for family is ‘ohana, and as we prepare to head to Honolulu for ICBA LIVE next month, I’m struck […]

Scottsdale Community Bank: Making microloans

Inspired by the entrepreneurship of lemonade stands, Scottsdale Community Bank created a microloan program. Photo by Brandon Sullivan De novo Scottsdale Community Bank set out to provide microloans to small and mid-size businesses, family organizations and nonprofits—a project that was inspired by the humble lemonade stand. By William Atkinson Name: Scottsdale Community Bank Assets: $28 […]