Florida Banking April 2022

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Inter Miami CF and City National Bank of Florida Sign Multi-Year Partnership

P rofessional soccer team Inter Miami CF announced a major, multi-year partnership with City National Bank (CNB), one of the largest banks based in Florida. Under the partnership, City National Bank becomes The Official Bank of Inter Miami CF, marking the first long term alignment for CNB with a major league sports team as the bank expands its brand awareness and reach throughout South Florida and across the state. “City National Bank is synonymous with South Florida,” said CEO and Managing Owner of Inter Miami CF, Jorge Mas. “As a long-time client of City National Bank, I know firsthand the opportunities they provide South Florida’s families.” “Securing the right partners is a pivotal step in building any professional sports team,” added Chief Business Officer of Inter Miami CF, Xavier Asensi. “City National Bank shares our values and commitment to winning and being great partners for our community with a service-first approach.” The partnership represents the union of two organizations joining forces to further the sport of soccer in the region. Inter Miami CF has garnered global appeal and City National Bank is one of the fastest-growing banks in the country, with a strong presence in South Florida, key markets across the state, and nationally, creating a powerful platform for both brands. “City National Bank’s partnership with Inter Miami CF is a major milestone in our decades-long

Inter Miami CF CEO and Managing Owner Jorge Mas (left) with CNB CEO and Vice Chairman Jorge Gonzalez.

history and it is emblematic of our commitment to building the leading financial institution throughout Florida,” City National Bank Vice Chairman and CEO Jorge Gonzalez said. “We’re incredibly proud of our partnership with Inter Miami CF, of what it represents to our clients and to our employees, and we look forward to advancing the love of fútbol throughout the communities we serve.” In addition to becoming the Official Bank of Inter Miami CF, the partnership will showcase City National Bank branding on in-stadium signage during all Inter Miami home matches and City National Bank clients will receive exclusive access and unique experiences.

Capital City Bank Presents 2022 Mountain Mover, Fire Starter Awards at Star Summit Event

C apital City Bank recognized 39 of its best and brightest sales and service leaders at its annual Star Summit event held in February at the Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee in Greensboro, Ga. Tallahassee associates IT Project Manager Kat Bailey and Credit Analyst Spencer Hinds received additional recognition as the recipients of the distinguished 2022 Mountain Mover and 2022 Fire Starter awards.

The Mountain Mover is awarded annually to an associate who consistently goes above and beyond to help clients. Never saying, “It’s not my job,” they move mountains for their clients and perform every task with a smile on their face. As a tenured member of the internal project management office, Bailey provides project implementation leadership and support for large corporate and operational

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