Banking & Finance
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Firstrust Bank’s SuperBonus Rewards Employees for Shared Success, Builds a Culture That Spans Generations
At many companies, a bonus is a line item on a paycheck. At Firstrust Bank, it has long represented something much larger: a shared milestone tied to the collective efforts of employees across the organization. This year, that philosophy is once again taking center stage. Firstrust Bank, the largest family-owned bank in the Greater Philadelphia…
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Saint Rocco’s Treats: A Recipe for Success Goes from Small Batch to Big Impact
Saint Rocco’s Treats began in a home kitchen, where two brothers turned a passion for creating high-quality treats for their pup into a growing local brand. What started as small batch recipes and a shared dream quickly evolved into a thriving manufacturing operation with a mission to deliver better food and a bigger impact for…
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Dimes Issued by U.S. Mint In Philadelphia in 1982 Could Be Worth Thousands
A series of dimes bearing the face of Franklin Roosevelt but missing a mint mark released in 1982 by the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia could be worth thousands of dollars each, writes Robert Higgs for cleveland.com. These so-called No-P Dimes miss a small P that should have been shown to the right of the date.…
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Kelly Boyle of Penn Community Bank Appointed to Board of Trustees of Walnut Street Theatre
Kelly Boyle, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility & Government Affairs at Penn Community Bank, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre. Founded in 1808, the Walnut Street Theatre is recognized as the nation’s continuously operating theatre. The organization’s mission is to sustain the tradition of professional theatre while…
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Oaks-Based SEI Partners With IBM to Expand AI Across Its Operations
Artificial intelligence is quickly reshaping how businesses operate, and a Montgomery County financial services company is investing in the technology to modernize its operations. Oaks-based SEI announced a new collaboration with IBM. The venture will expand the use of artificial intelligence and automation throughout the company. It will streamline internal workflows, improve efficiency and enhance…
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‘Strong Culture Is the Foundation of Strong Performance’: Citadel Credit Union Appoints New CHRO
Citadel Credit Union has appointed Bonnie Levitt as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Levitt brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources, leadership development, organizational design, compensation, and inclusion. She will lead Citadel’s enterprise-wide people strategy as the organization continues its strategic expansion following its recent charter conversion. As CHRO, Levitt…
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Penn Community Bank Releases 2025 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank has released its 2025 Impact Report, an annual publication detailing the institution’s community investment and continued commitment to relationship-driven banking across the region. The report highlights a year defined by strategic growth and meaningful reinvestment – from launching its “Built for Business. Backed by Community.” campaign to enhancing financial centers and responding to critical community…
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C&N Nationally Recognized for Protecting Older Americans
February was National Senior Independence Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the importance of helping older adults live with dignity, safety, and financial confidence. C&N places high priority on protecting its customers and communities, and its efforts were recognized nationally by the American Bankers Association Foundation. C&N was named a national finalist and received an…
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Forbes Names Mid Penn Bank One of America’s Best Banks
Forbes has named Mid Penn Bank to its 2026 list of America’s Best Banks. Forbes’s 17th annual list evaluated the performance of the 200 largest publicly traded banks and thrifts in the United States. The evaluation measured growth, credit quality, and profitability for the 12 months ending Sept. 30, 2025 and stock performance in the…
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Meridian Bank Shares Top Six Tips for Protecting Your Business from Email Impostors
Email is one of the most trusted tools in business. It’s how executives give direction, how vendors send invoices, and how major financial transactions are confirmed. But that trust is exactly what criminals are counting on. Business Email Compromise (BEC) is one of the most financially devastating cybercrimes today, largely because individuals and businesses rely…
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Citadel Credit Union Completes Charter Conversion to Broaden Access, Support Responsible Growth
Citadel Credit Union has converted from a community charter to a Federal Multiple Common Bond charter, a strategic move that enables the not-for-profit, member-owned financial institution to broaden membership eligibility and serve more individuals, families, and businesses across a wider regional footprint. The milestone advances Citadel’s long-term strategy to grow with discipline while preserving its…
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Merit Financial Advisors Expands With Acquisition of Newtown’s GlennCo
Merit Financial Advisors, a Georgia-based financial advisory firm, has acquired GlennCo, a Newtown-based wealth management firm, adding around $208 million in total assets. The move strengthens Merit’s presence in Bucks County and is its seventh office in Pennsylvania. In the last three years, GlennCo has expanded significantly, increasing both its wealth-advisory team and its office…
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QNB-Victory Bank Merger Moves Forward After Shareholder Vote
Shareholders of Quakertown-based QNB Corp. and The Victory Bancorp in Limerick have voted in favor of a proposed merger, clearing a major regulatory and corporate hurdle, writes Amy Unger for WFMZ 69 News. QNB Corp. serves as the holding company for QNB Bank, while The Victory Bancorp performs the same role for The Victory Bank.…
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Mid Penn Bank Honors Purple for Peyton Day, Supporting Awareness of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Mid Penn Bank executives wore purple on Feb. 19, Purple for Peyton Day, in support of the Peyton Walker Foundation. The bank joins schools, organizations, and communities across the nation each year to advocate for AED accessibility and to honor the life of Peyton Walker, a college student who died from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).…
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Fueling Your Business Story with Commercial Banking Services
As a business owner, you know that growth isn’t just a goal — it’s a journey. Whether you’re launching a new idea, scaling operations, or navigating through unexpected challenges, having the right financial partner makes all the difference. At Penn Community Bank, we understand that each business is unique. That’s why we take a personalized…
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Meridian Bank Leader Jason Sheehan Brings Spartan Discipline to Commercial Real Estate
At Meridian Bank, strong leadership isn’t confined to the boardroom. It’s cultivated through discipline, resilience, and a willingness to do hard things, which are all values embodied by Commercial Real Estate team member Jason Sheehan. In his role as Senior Vice President of Commercial Real Estate, Sheehan works closely with developers and businesses to structure…
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Firstrust Bank Enters New Strategic Partnership with MortgageCountry
Firstrust Bank is partnering with MortgageCountry, LLC to manage key mortgage production functions, positioning the bank’s mortgage business for long-term sustainability and growth. Through this partnership, MortgageCountry will oversee end-to-end mortgage originations and provide strategic leadership. Mortgage loans will continue to be originated and closed under the Firstrust name; Firstrust mortgage loan officers will remain bank employees.…
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From Piggy Banks to Nest Eggs: Financial Wellness at Every Stage of Life
Financial wellness is a holistic approach to managing finances that emphasizes confidence, control and informed decision-making. It’s a lifelong journey that evolves alongside one’s changing responsibilities and priorities. From learning the value of a dollar in childhood to maintaining security in retirement, each stage of life offers opportunities to foster financial health and peace of…
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