Florida Banking December 2024-January 2025

PERSONAL TRANSACTIONS

Laura Marsh currently serves as a human resources assistant in the bank’s Bridge Branch. In addition, she will coordinate the bank’s financial literacy education initiatives aimed at enhancing financial literacy in the community, fostering partnerships

Fort Pierce banking center. She is an expert in conventional, FHA, VA and USDA loans. From a family of Veterans, Heather is proud to be a member of Military Mortgage Bootcamp, a group of loan officers across the country advocating for and educating experience will benefit the small businesses of Brevard County. As a commercial lending expert, he is focused on providing local businesses with the capital necessary to expand their business, seize current market opportunities or invest in their future.

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consumers about the benefits of VA loans. Jason Tapley’s 23 years of business banking

with local community organizations and promoting financial empowerment. Marsh will also collaborate with local organizations and businesses to strengthen community connections and enhance the bank’s role as a dedicated corporate citizen in Southwest Florida. Marsh holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Trent University, a degree in education from the University of Western Ontario and a master’s degree from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario.

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He also specializes in cash flow management “These three have not only brought additional expertise to our lending teams, but a renewed excitement as well,” said Marine Bank President and CEO Bill Penney. “Although they all come from different places, they are all firm believers in the importance of relationships — making them a perfect fit for Team Marine.” Pacific National Bank Hires Maduro as Commercial Lender

Izzi Joins Tampa Bay Trust Investment Team

The Tampa Bay Trust Company is pleased to announce the addition of Deborah Izzi , CFA, Senior Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager to the investment management team and asset management committee. She is responsible for managing her clients’

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portfolios to meet their financial goals by adjusting allocations, strategies and security selection to reflect market conditions and shifting investment opportunities. “Debbie’s deep knowledge base and experience in domestic and international markets makes her an ideal complement to our existing portfolio management team,” said Michael R. Dreyer, President of Tampa Bay Trust. “Her ability to personally relate to clients is a key differentiator and well-received.” Izzi received her masters of science degree in information systems at Golden Gate University, San Francisco, and her bachelor of science degree in finance with an economics minor at the University of Delaware.

Pacific National Bank (PNB) welcomes Leslie Ann Maduro as a Senior Vice President in Commercial Lending. Maduro will focus on growing PNB’s portfolio by expanding its commercial loan business in Miami Dade County.

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Maduro brings more than 20 years of local banking experience to Pacific National Bank. She graduated from Florida International University with a master’s degree in business administration. “We’re excited to welcome Leslie Ann to PNB,” said Gabriel “Gabe” Castro, Executive Vice President of the Miami-Dade Lending Division. “Leslie Ann’s extensive knowledge and experience in the market is a valuable asset to the bank and adds value to PNB’s great team of lenders focused on serving client needs and the continued growth of our loan portfolio.” Sanibel Captiva Community Bank Hires Wheeler, Announces Expanded Role for Marsh Ben Wheeler has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a teller at the bank’s Bridge Branch in Fort Myers. He is responsible for assisting customers with personal and business banking transactions.

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