Florida Banking September 2023

with Florida State University. He is a graduate of Florida State University and holds a bachelor’s degree in business management. Dasher is an active community volunteer, currently serving as a member of the Tallahassee Regional Estate Planning Council, Tallahassee Quarterback Club, Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and Economic Club of Florida.

also a member of KCCI’s 2023 Class of Community Catalysts. Aarons volunteers as a mentor at Buck Lake Elementary School and Leon County Humane Society, where she also fosters pets. Additionally, she serves as a member of the School Advisory Committee, NJROTC Booster Vice President, and Cross Country Team Mom at Lincoln High School.

Capital City Bank announced that Mike Dasher has joined its Private Banking team, which offers custom financial management and a “one banker, one call” level of personalized service to meet the complex needs of both

ServisFirst Bank announced the addition of Nick Hague as vice

president, mortgage loan officer of ServisFirst Bank Tallahassee. Hague has more than 10 years of experience in the industry. Prior to joining ServisFirst Bank, Hague served as a

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individuals and businesses. As a private banker, Dasher will serve as a single point of contact providing comprehensive advice on every aspect of financial life – from deposit accounts and loans to investments and insurance, including retirement planning, estate and tax planning and risk management. Dasher joined Capital City Bank as a wealth advisor in September 2022, bringing more than seven years of experience in the financial industry and 13 years of experience in charitable gift planning and development

mortgage lender for Prime Meridian Bank and Ameris Bank and most recently as a senior loan consultant at LoanDepot. With a deep understanding of the mortgage market, Hague has helped hundreds of clients achieve their homeownership dreams. He exemplifies a strong work ethic, has vast industry knowledge, and a genuine passion for helping others. Hague continues to make a positive impact in the lives of his clients, both professionally and personally.

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Banesco USA Invests in its Business & Professional Division

B anesco USA announced the creation of its Business & Professional Division. The newly formed team will address the varying business needs of Banesco’s client base and provide comprehensive banking solutions tailored to entrepreneurs, small businesses and professionals. Recognizing the need for a specialized banking division as the economic landscape grows and evolves across South Florida, the division aims to redefine the traditional banking experience for businesses and professionals, offering all-encompassing solutions that will enhance the bank’s ability to streamline customer service efforts. “With the aim of serving as a trusted financial partner, our Business & Professional Division is focused on delivering a client-centric approach,” said Calixto (Cali) Garcia-Velez, president and CEO of Banesco USA. “As established bankers, our dedicated relationship managers will provide clients with personalized, innovative banking solutions to support

the success of small businesses and independent professionals in our community.” Banesco has hired experienced banking professionals or Relationship Bankers in recent months to help support the growth and needs of the division, including Lisa Gonzalez, senior vice president and business and professional manager; Luis Gonzalez, senior vice president and team manager for the Business & Professional Relationship Managers; and Terri Castellano, senior vice president and team leader for the Client Relationship Team, who will spearhead the division. The team will focus on developing new business for the bank, including generating loans, deposits, residential mortgages, and treasury management, and will target the region’s diverse business community, including locally grown companies such as distributors, wholesalers, and manufacturers; professional services clients like attorneys, physicians, dentists, and veterinarians; and entrepreneurs including business owners and real estate investors.

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