In his new role, Jones oversees Comerica’s Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) community engagement function, including External Affairs, Community Affairs and CRA Investments. Jones joined Comerica more than a decade ago, serving as a Retail Bank Manager from 2012 through 2017. He would later move to Texas Capital to serve as Assistant Vice President, helping establish…
By: d-mars.com News Provider TSU Texas Southern University and Truist announced the beginning of a new partnership during a signing ceremony and check presentation. The Truist Charitable Fund approved a gift of $750,000 for the Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP). “Texas Southern University is excited to embark upon this transformative partnership with Truist,” said President…
By: d-mars.com News Provider TSU Texas Southern University and Truist announced the beginning of a new partnership during a signing ceremony and check presentation. The Truist Charitable Fund approved a gift of $750,000 for the Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP). “Texas Southern University is excited to embark upon this transformative partnership with Truist,” said President…
By: d-mars.com News Provider TSU Students in Texas Southern University’s Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) achieved an impressive 100 percent pass rate for a key professional certification exam – giving them a distinct advantage as they pursue careers in the finance and banking industry. This marks the third consecutive semester the entire FBLP cohort has…
Liquidity is the “it” financial term of the moment as businesses brace for a potential slowdown. Without sufficient cash or the ability to borrow funds quickly, many companies could face tough business decisions and struggle to cover costs or seize growth opportunities. Banks are now in a situation where they need to keep more cash…
For the second time in three years, Comerica Bank Chief Community Officer Irvin Ashford Jr. has been named as one of Savoy’s Most Influential Black Executives, a definitive listing of African American executives, influencers, and achievers impacting corporate America. “Weare proud to present the 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America. We assembled an…
Many people have financial goals – maybe it’s to get an education, buy a car, purchase a home, or start a business – that require access to credit. However, if you are new to credit, trying to build a credit history can be daunting. It helps to know the basics about the FICO® Score. A…
By d-mars.com News Provider Did you know self-employed people make up the largest and fastest-growing employment sector? If you’re one of the millions of self-employed Americans, you could benefit from current favorable tax laws – but if you don’t know them, you could risk paying too much. “The self-employed can access many tax benefits, even…
By Charlene Crowell, NNPA Newswire Contributor Over the past year, the COVID-19 pandemic has imposed dual crises. Over 542,000 American lives were lost and continue to increase. At the same time, the rippling effects of a massive economic downturn has caused the nation to lose 9.5 million jobs – more losses than even those of…
By Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc. Building a savings account can seem daunting. Many people believe they should have a high amount of savings tucked away, but then often become overwhelmed thinking about that goal. By shifting your mindset and taking small, achievable steps, you can reach your savings goals and more. Keep in mind,…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Wells Fargo & Company announced equity investments in five African American Minority Depository Institutions, or MDIs, as part of a 2020 pledge to invest up to $50 million in Black-owned banks. The banking giant said it is also offering access to a dedicated relationship team that…
2021 top educator Superintendent Robert Bostic of the Stafford Municipal School District, has been dedicated to children and education for 25 years. He has served as a teacher, supervisor, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent. Dr. Bostic is active in community, civic, and professional organizations. He is currently a member of the Texas Association…
2021 LIVING LEGEND Effective January 1, 2020, Laurie Vignaud became the first woman president and CEO of Unity National Bank leading a team of 35 associates in Houston, Texas, and Atlanta, Georgia. With more than 35 years in leadership roles in banking and community development initiatives, Laurie has demonstrated a strong track record in initiating…
Twenty-two percent of U.S. adults report they are unable to pay their bills in full and on time in a typical month, and 30 percent would not be able to cover an unexpected $2,000 expense, according to new data from the fifth annual Personal Finance Index (P-Fin Index) released by the TIAA Institute and the…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent The U.S. Senate voted on Wednesday to confirm Rep. Marcia Fudge as Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The confirmation was met with applause from women’s and other groups. “We applaud the confirmation of Rep. Fudge as secretary of the Department of Housing…
by d-mars.com News Provider Is your money management a streamlined process? If you’re like many Americans, you may be spending more time than you’d like to be. Americans average spending seven hours per month managing their finances, according to a new online survey among more than 2.000 U.S. adults by The Harris Poll on behalf…
by d-mars.com News Provider A new survey reveals that women are increasingly earning the title of “breadwinner” in their households. The Wells Fargo survey found that over half of all partnered women reported greater or equal earnings to their spouse. And nearly one-third of millennial and Gen X women reported being the primary breadwinner —…
God has smiled on this ministry, and The R.O.C.K. is now adding to its ministry portfolio. The R.O.C.K. is not the typical church, and its founder and senior leader, Dr. Dana Carson, is not the typical church leader…
by d-mars.com News Provider Feel like your paycheck is gone before your next payday? You’re not alone. A 2020 survey, “Getting Paid in America,” revealed that 2 out of 3 Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Not only is this stressful and frustrating, it can cause you to have fewer choices for managing your money…
By NNPA U.S. Bank recently announced details of its U.S. Bank Access Commitment, a long-term approach bringing the strengths of U.S. Bancorp Community Development Corporation (USBCDC), corporate social responsibility and its business lines, to help build wealth while redefining how the bank serves diverse communities and provides more opportunities for diverse employees. Access Commitment will…