Florida Banking February/March 2026

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U.S. Century Bank Recognized as Top Performing Small-Cap Bank

Century Bank. “This repeat recognition reinforces the strength of our team and the value we consistently deliver to both clients and shareholders. Our disciplined execution continues to drive sustainable growth and outperform nearly all median benchmarks.” To earn Sm-All Stars status, the selected companies, with a market cap below $2.5 billion, demonstrated an ability to clear hurdles related to growth, profitability, credit quality and capital strength — outperforming industry medians in earnings per share (EPS) growth, loan growth, deposit growth and return on average equity (ROAE).

For the second year in a row, U.S. Century Bank’s parent company, USCB Financial Holdings, Inc. was named among the U.S. banks and thrifts recognized by Piper Sandler, an independent investment bank and financial services company, in its Sm-All Stars Class of 2025. The annual list identifies top performing small-cap banks in the country. USCB Financial Holdings, Inc. is one of 18 alumni members on the list again and the sole Florida bank. “It is a privilege to once again be included among the best performing banks and thrifts in the country,” said Luis “Lou” de la Aguilera, Chairman, President and CEO of USCB Financial Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiary, U.S.

First Bank announced the results of its annual fundraising campaign benefiting Harry Chapin Food Bank, raising a total of $38,685, which will help provide approximately 77,370 meals for children, families and seniors across Southwest Florida. Branches across Clewiston, LaBelle, East Fort Myers, Moore Haven, Belle Glade and Immokalee collectively raised $12,895. The Belle Glade branch earned top honors for generating $8,200 of that total. In a major show of support, First Bank matched donations at double the amount, contributing an additional $25,790. “I am very pleased with the results of our fundraising drive,” said Andrew Couse, President and CEO of First Bank. “Hats off to our First Bank team for going above and beyond in the effort. I want to thank Harry Chapin; they First Bank Benefits Harry Chapin Food Bank The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) honored Aida Levitan, Ph.D. with the Mentorship — Making a Difference Award at its annual Hispanic Women’s Society Network (HWSN) awards luncheon. HWSN is a group within SFLHCC focused on empowering, supporting and connecting Hispanic women in business and leadership. The luncheon celebrates the strength, leadership and achievements of women in the community. Dr. Levitan serves on the board of U.S. Century Bank, headquartered in Miami, which has $2.8 billion in assets and is one of the largest community banks in Florida. She served as chairman of the board from 2017 to 2021. Levitan founded the Coalition of Hispanic American Women. As founder and president of ArtesMiami, she champions Hispanic arts and culture and serves on several boards, including the Perez Art Museum Miami and Facts About Cuban Exiles (FACE). Levitan Receives South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Award

have been a great partner in this effort. They have been a joy to collaborate with. We fully support their mission to address hunger and food insecurity in Southwest Florida.”

Dr. Levitan

Trustco Bank announced the renovation and repurposing a medical imaging building to house the expansion of their Florida regional headquarters. The bank’s new corporate Trustco Bank Expands Regional Headquarters

office is located at 225 W. State Road 434 in Longwood. The bank held a “wall-breaking event” at the new location in September. The new regional headquarters will be home to

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