S&P Global Market Intelligence has named Embassy National Bank one of the best performing U.S. community banks, ranking it 15th out of more than four thousand banks under $3 billion in assets. The ranking is based on several metrics, including profitability, efficiency, revenue growth, asset quality, and capital levels.Teamwork is the key to the high […]
Starting a small business is a long, often complicated process – and owners have to work constantly to ensure they are successful. When their doors closed back in March in response to COVID-19, these businesses needed assistance so this closing was not permanent. The government stepped in, and provided aid in the form of PPP […]
With limited budget for expensive advertisements and marketing, employees are the face of any small business. They reflect the values and expectations of businesses; they are cheerleaders and representatives for these brands. Changes along the journey are expected, but these workers remain loyal and adapt to help their employers. Small in numbers but strong in […]
Behind every small business is a story; it starts with a personal dream and a goal for the future. Starting a business means combining a great idea with ambition and patience. Along with this passion, there are many factors to consider when starting a project. With concerns such as attracting customers, finding suitable employees, and […]
Navin Shah is an entrepreneur at heart. Born in Ahmedabad, India, he was educated there as a civil engineer before emigrating to Chicago in 1971. He earned an M.S. in civil engineering from Purdue University in 1978, and then accepted a job with the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA).Even as a full-time government employee […]
