Small Business Administration

University of Phoenix Faculty Serves as Judge for DECA State Event

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Dr. Eugene Kaufman, Lead Faculty for the College of Business & Information Technology served as a judge for the Nevada State Career Development Conference hosted by DECA .

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Dr. Eugene Kaufman, Lead Faculty for the College of Business & Information Technology served as a judge for the Nevada State Career Development Conference hosted by DECA .
  • This marks Dr. Kaufman's second consecutive year contributing as a volunteer judge for the DECA conference.
  • "We are proud to have Dr. Eugene Kaufman as a valued member of our faculty at University of Phoenix,” shares Dean of the College of Business and Information Technology, Kathryn Uhles.
  • His recent role as a judge for the Nevada State Career Development Conference reflects his dedication to shaping the future of business education.

ZIONS BANCORPORATION REVISES TIME FOR 2024 Q1 EARNINGS RELEASE

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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SALT LAKE CITY, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zions Bancorporation, N.A.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zions Bancorporation, N.A.
  • (NASDAQ: ZION) previously announced its earnings release schedule for the first quarter of 2024.
  • Zions is maintaining the date of April 22, 2024, but is revising the scheduled time from 5:30 p.m.
  • Earnings press release and presentation material will be available prior to market open.

STRATA9 Announces John Barnshaw as its Managing Director

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STRATA9, a leading social impact management consulting firm, proudly announces the appointment of John Barnshaw as its new Managing Director.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STRATA9, a leading social impact management consulting firm, proudly announces the appointment of John Barnshaw as its new Managing Director.
  • Over the past 15 years, Dr. Barnshaw has cultivated extensive knowledge in higher education, ed-tech, workforce development, and management consulting.
  • Prior to joining STRATA9, John Barnshaw served as Vice President at Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics.
  • In addition to his professional accomplishments, John Barnshaw serves as a Research Affiliate for Innovation at Davidson College (NC).

ZIONS BANCORPORATION TO PRESENT AT THE RAYMOND JAMES ANNUAL INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS CONFERENCE

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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SALT LAKE CITY, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott McLean, President & COO of Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION), will make a presentation at the Raymond James Annual Investors Conference, Monday, March 4 at 2:50 pm EST.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott McLean, President & COO of Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION), will make a presentation at the Raymond James Annual Investors Conference, Monday, March 4 at 2:50 pm EST.
  • An audio webcast of the session may be accessed on the Zions Bancorporation website, zionsbancorporation.com .
  • is one of the nation's premier financial services companies with 2023 net revenue of $3.1 billion and approximately $87 billion of total assets.
  • In addition, Zions is included in the S&P 500 and NASDAQ Financial 100 indices.

Leadership Changes Announced at Zions Bank, Zions Bancorporation

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) today announced several leadership changes which will become effective on April 1, 2024, at Zions Bank, Zions Bancorporation's largest banking division, and at the parent company:

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ: ZION) today announced several leadership changes which will become effective on April 1, 2024, at Zions Bank, Zions Bancorporation's largest banking division, and at the parent company:
    A. Scott Anderson, who has served as president and CEO of Zions Bank since 1998, will retire from his managerial duties following a ­­­­33-year career with the bank.
  • Paul E. Burdiss, who has served as Zions Bancorporation's executive vice president and chief financial officer since 2015, will succeed Mr. Anderson as president and CEO of Zions Bank.
  • Thomas E. Laursen, Zions Bancorporation's general counsel, will retire and be succeeded by Rena Miller, who is currently the company's deputy general counsel.
  • Rena Miller has served in legal roles with Zions Bancorporation for 14 years, including as deputy general counsel since 2015.

ZIONS BANCORPORATION RANKS THIRD AMONG U.S. BANKS IN 2023 GREENWICH EXCELLENCE AWARDS

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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Zions ranked third in awards issued for all banks in the nation.

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  • Zions ranked third in awards issued for all banks in the nation.
  • Since the inception of the awards in 2009, only two other U.S banks have consistently received as many Greenwich Excellence Awards as Zions Bancorporation.
  • This is Zions' 15th year being recognized by Coalition Greenwich, earning a remarkable 233 total Excellence awards to date.
  • Zions received Excellence awards in the following categories:
    In addition, Zions received six awards related to its brand:
    Zions Bancorporation, N.A.

T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined Program Opens Applications for the 2024 Cohort

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Small business owners looking for professional development need look no further than SBA's T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined Program. This transformative initiative offers small business owners across the United States a unique opportunity to accelerate their business growth through an intensive, executive-level training program.

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  • Emerging Leaders Reimagined Program.
  • This transformative initiative offers small business owners across the United States a unique opportunity to accelerate their business growth through an intensive, executive-level training program.
  • The program combines online learning with in-person sessions, focusing on leadership enhancement, strategic financial management, market innovation, and cultivating a thriving company culture.
  • Emerging Leaders Reimagined to a peer, and 92% gained additional knowledge and insights from the curriculum.

SBA Administrator Guzman Announces Important SBIC Program Milestones at White House Convening of Investment Industry Leaders

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Administrator Guzman was joined by over 60 leaders from private investment firms, limited partners, and industry associations.

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  • Administrator Guzman was joined by over 60 leaders from private investment firms, limited partners, and industry associations.
  • Image Description: Administrator Guzman addresses attendees at the White House convening on reforms to SBA’s $42 billion Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Program.
  • Image Description: Administrator Guzman (L) participates in a panel discussion about reforms to the SBA’s Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Program.
  • Image Description: Administrator Guzman (C) listens to panelists at the White House convening on reforms to SBA’s $42 billion Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Program.

SBA Unveils Updated Equity Action Plan to Advance the Biden-Harris Administration’s Commitment to Investing in Equity

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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“The SBA’s updated Equity Action Plan recognizes the tremendous value that diverse entrepreneurs bring to our economy in terms of job creation, innovation, and domestic and international competition.

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  • “The SBA’s updated Equity Action Plan recognizes the tremendous value that diverse entrepreneurs bring to our economy in terms of job creation, innovation, and domestic and international competition.
  • Some SBA programs utilize a specific definition for underserved communities and/or disadvantaged small businesses as outlined in program statutes and regulations.
  • Improve Access to Disaster Assistance by modernizing technology, streamlining the application process, and increasing support for underserved disaster survivors navigating the application process.
  • The SBA’s regular engagement with the small business community and its stakeholders helped inform the Equity Action Plan .

Mission Valley Bancorp Reports Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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Net loss for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $0.2 million, or $0.07 per share, compared to net income of $1.1 million, or $0.32 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2022.

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  • Net loss for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $0.2 million, or $0.07 per share, compared to net income of $1.1 million, or $0.32 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Tamara Gurney, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We are pleased to share our full year and fourth quarter results for 2023.
  • Net Interest Income was $6.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, a decrease of $0.2 million, or (3.76%), compared to the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Non-Interest Income was $1.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, an increase of $0.1 million, or 9.49%, compared to the fourth quarter of 2022.