Entries are now being accepted for the first annual Southeast Community Bank “GIVE” Awards. The awards will recognize community banks across the Southeast who have launched exceptional community service efforts in the past year. “GIVE” stands for charitable Giving, community Involvement, Volunteerism and employee Engagement.
Atlanta accounting firm Porter Keadle Moore, LLP (PKM) is hosting the awards, with sponsorship assistance from law firm Bryan Cave Powell Goldstein, FIG Partners LLC as well as community bank technology delivery partners Banker’s Dashboard, and Fidelity National Information Services.
“Especially in the current economic climate, it is important to recognize locally-owned and operated financial institutions for what they do to strengthen the surrounding community,” remarked PKM partner Sal Inserra.
Candidates must be headquartered in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina or Tennessee. Community banks that have implemented at least one new customer service initiative since October 2008 are eligible. The deadline for applications is September 30, 2009; and applications can be completed online.
Judges experienced in community banking will evaluate entries based on objectives and strategies, as well as the end results of the benefits offered through the service programs. Winners will be recognized at a ceremony this fall in Atlanta.
To enter, please complete the online application form.
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