Florida Banking June 2024

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consumer and commercial lending, process optimization and business development, Garcia is a seasoned professional poised to enhance the bank’s offerings and relationships. Proficient in addressing diverse financial needs, Garcia is committed

Woman Lawyer of the Year, Collier County Women’s Bar Association. McMorrow obtained her Bachelor of Science in psychology and her law degree from Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. PANAMA CITY ServisFirst Bank announced the addition of Zach Garcia as vice president, commercial banker for ServisFirst Bank Panama City. Garcia brings over two decades of comprehensive experience in the local banking and financial sector. With a strong background in management, strategic planning,

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to providing top-tier services to retail and commercial clients alike, while also investing in team development and community engagement. Garcia is enthusiastic about using his expertise to improve the financial well-being of local residents and position ServisFirst Bank for sustained success. Garcia received his degree from the Southwestern Graduate School of Banking at Southern Methodist University in Dallas.

Amerant Bank Named ‘Hometown Bank’ of the Miami Marlins KUDOS A merant Bank announced a strategic partnership with the Miami Marlins making Amerant Bank the “Hometown Bank” of the team. Amerant Bank is headquartered in Coral Gables and has served the South Florida community for over 40 years. Terms were not disclosed.

both organizations to the local community. Amerant Bank will make a donation for every save the Marlins record at loanDepot park this season. Proceeds will support the Miami Marlins Foundation programming, which makes a positive impact on South Florida by creating opportunities for youth to stay active, achieve academic success, and build leadership skills. “With a shared commitment on making an impact across the South Florida community, the Marlins-Amerant partnership showcases the power of teamwork,” said David Oxfeld, Marlins chief commercial officer. “Amerant is an indelible and innovative hometown organization that carries a widely respected reputation. We are excited to continue making a difference in our community, with Amerant by our side.” Amerant Bank has complemented its banking center expansion plans with an expansive program of strategic, multi-year sports partnerships across South Florida, which now includes the Miami Marlins, Miami Heat and Florida Panthers, along with the University of Miami Hurricanes.

“We are excited to enter into a multi-year partnership with the Miami Marlins,” said Jerry Plush, chairman and CEO of Amerant Bank. “Amerant has rapidly earned a reputation of aligning with well-known and respected organizations with strong roots in our local community. We see this partnership with the Marlins as another great opportunity to align Amerant alongside a franchise that embodies the history and culture of South Florida.” The partnership includes the Hometown Bank designation, as well as a robust presence of the Amerant brand inside the stadium on the recognizable Ivy Wall in left center field. Additionally, the Miami Marlins and Amerant Bank are teaming up for “Marlins Saves presented by Amerant,” highlighting the commitment from

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank Sponsors City of Sanibel’s 50th Anniversary Celebration S anibel Captiva Community Bank is a gold sponsor of the upcoming 50th anniversary of the City of Sanibel’s incorporation. The year long celebration starts in November, with the City of

Sanibel and Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce co-presenting. Nov. 5, 2024, marks the 50th anniversary of the incorporation of the City of Sanibel. A grassroots

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