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(American Riviera Bank) - On May 21, community leaders, business professionals, and innovators gathered for the 2026 South County Economic Summit, hosted by the UCSB Economic Forecast Project (EFP). As a longtime supporter of Santa Barbara’s business community, American Riviera Bank was proud to at…
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(Rechelle Ringer) - Join the pawsomest banking event of the year on June 26!We’re Bringing Back “Bring Your Dog to the Bank Day!” On Friday, June 26, we’re rolling out the red carpet (and maybe a few balls and flyers) for our furry friends with Bring Your Dog to the Bank Day. This isn’t just anothe…
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(Crystal Rem) - Homeownership creates long-term stability and gives people the opportunity to build equity over time. It is also one of the most significant financial decisions most people will make, especially on the Central Coast, where high property values require thoughtful planning and the rig…
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(Robert Orca) - Graduation is a big milestone. For many, it’s the first time you’re fully in charge of your own finances. Whether you’re finishing high school or college, you’re stepping into a new level of independence. It also comes with new responsibilities, opportunities, and decisions to make…
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(Michele Blackwell) - Jon Kenney knows about foundations—his award-winning company, Kenney Construction, Inc., has been establishing itself for 35 years. As a family-owned and operated engineering contractor based in Santa Barbara, KCI’s mission goes beyond delivering exceptional work; they are com…
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(Laurel Sykes) - Established by the U.S. Congress in 2018, National Senior Fraud Awareness Day is observed on May 15 every year. Its objective is to raise awareness of fraudulent schemes older adults often fall prey to. Elder financial abuse has evolved into one of the most damaging and complex fin…
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(Laurel Sykes) - Running a business requires balancing a wide range of decisions. From securing financing and protecting against fraud to managing a workforce and evaluating new technologies, priorities often compete for attention. Finding time to look beyond day-to-day demands and think about what…
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(Laurel Sykes) - Mail theft has become a growing concern for both businesses and residents on the Central Coast. Stolen checks are being altered, counterfeited, and used in impersonation schemes, causing disruption to payrolls, delaying payments, and impacting people’s everyday finances. Federal an…
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(Alyssa Shapiro) - April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the power of service and the impact it has on the communities we serve. At American Riviera Bank, volunteering isn’t just something we do, it’s central to who we are as we “work together for the benefit of all.”
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(Robert Orca) - April is National Financial Literacy Month and we are marking the occasion by bringing financial education directly into local classrooms through Teach Children to Save®, a national program led by the American Bankers Association Foundation. Partnering with schools across Santa Barb…
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