bank’s long-term approach to help close the wealth gaps for underserved communities, tells this story through the lens of three children of immigrants who carry the burden of expediting their youth by having to handle complex adult conversations with their parents. Noticing the success of bank-sponsored screenings in other markets, Juan Carlos Becerra, Branch Manager at the U.S. Bank Rose Park location in Salt Lake City, felt it important to bring the film to SLC, which has a large and rapidly growing Hispanic population and a considerable number of Spanish-speaking customers at his branch. On Sept. 27, 2023, Becerra and team rented out the Megaplex Luxury Theatres at Gateway near downtown Salt Lake City and invited colleagues, Hispanic customers and noncustomers and local nonprofits to the event, with more than 110 attendees showing up for the screening. “After seeing the film, we knew it was important for the Hispanic community in SLC to know they’re not the only ones going through these experiences,” Becerra said. “A lot of first- and second-generation Hispanics come here for a better opportunity. It’s important to acknowledge the work they are putting in to succeed in those opportunities, for themselves and the generations after them.” Zions Bank Zions Bank Marks 150-Year Milestone Commemorating its 150th anniversary in 2023, Zions Bank hosted community celebrations at each of its 121 branches in October. Earlier in the year, the bank dispatched a fleet of Zions Bank Jeeps across its tristate footprint and rolled out celebratory drone shows at sporting, music and community events in honor of the milestone. “Over the course of Zions Bank’s 150 years in business, we have remained true to our founding, creating value for depositors, the community and shareholders,” says Zions Bank President and CEO Scott Anderson, who has served in his position since 1997. During Utah’s formative years, Zions Bank played a pivotal role in its economic growth and stability. Financial assistance from Zions Bank helped launch railroad, mining and power companies that developed the Intermountain West, including Bingham Copper Company (Kennecott Copper); Salt Lake and Los Angeles Railroad Company (Union Pacific); Big Cottonwood Power Company (Rocky Mountain Power); and Salt Lake Gas Company (Dominion Energy). In 2023, Zions Bank reaffirmed its commitment to cultivating a landscape of opportunity and growth on our Main Streets and neighborhood lanes by outlining “Five Commitments to Create Value” for the next 150 years. Nelnet Bank Nelnet Bank Celebrates Conclusion of De Novo Period Nelnet Bank (Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender) launched in 2020 as the first industrial bank to begin operating in over 12 years. Over the past three years, Nelnet Bank has grown to 60 employees and at the end of their de novo period, they are celebrating the exciting evolution of their products and services. Some incredible achievements that mark the end of Nelnet Bank’s de novo period include reaching $1 billion in assets, the addition of a private student loan product, and the implementation of the “Learn to Dream Program,” which provides student scholarships through partner colleges to first-generation and low-to-moderate-income students. Additionally, Nelnet Bank established a special-purpose credit program with 8B Education Investments, offering loans to African students seeking to further their education in the United States. Last but not least, the bank launched a home improvement loan product in partnership with Buildertrend. The conclusion of Nelnet Bank’s de novo period is a momentous occasion that serves as a testament to the vision and hard work invested in bringing Nelnet Bank into existence. As the de novo period concludes, the celebration also marks an opportunity to look toward the future with continued innovation, growth and positive contributions to the communities that Nelnet Bank serves. TAB Bank Noah Cisneros from TAB Bank was recently named to Utah Business’s “20 In Their 20s” list, which honors and recognizes the up-and-coming talent from Utah’s business and economic community. Cisneros serves as TAB’s Marketing Manager and is responsible for the planning and execution of marketing plans and initiatives for TAB’s large portfolio of large-ticket commercial finance clients. In addition, Cisneros works closely on the Bank’s many digital marketing campaigns, as well as driving TAB’s deposit gathering marketing strategy, including the Bank’s High Yield Savings account. TAB Bank Celebrates 25 Years of Unlocking Dreams with Bold Financial Solutions That Lift and Empower TAB Bank celebrated its 25th anniversary of providing financial solutions for businesses, families and individuals nationwide, uniquely designed to serve the needs of the underserved. U.S. Bank U.S. Bank Reaches the Hispanic Community in SLC Using the Power of Film In the months since debuting at the Tribeca Film Festival, the film Translators has received critical acclaim for spotlighting the struggles many first-generation Latinos face when navigating everyday life. The film, which was sponsored by U.S. Bank as part of U.S. Bank Access Commitment,® the Utah Banker 21
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