FSG News
10/3/2016 - FSG Donates $10,000 to CGLA
FSG Bank, a division of Atlantic Capital Bank, NA presented Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy with a $10,000 donation. Officials said the funds will help support ongoing teacher training at the school.
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
9/28/2016 - FSG Donates $5000 to Correcaminos Futbol Academy
FSG Bank officials presented $5,000 this week to aid Correcaminos Futbol Academy, a soccer development nonprofit, in their mission to grow inner city students on and off the field.
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
9/23/2016 - FSG Bank Names Tony Doyley New Wealth Advisor
FSG Bank, a division of Atlantic Capital Bank, N.A., announced on Friday that Tony Doyley has joined its FSG Investment Services team as vice president and wealth advisor. Mr. Doyley comes to FSG Bank with seven years of experience as a financial advisor, most recently with Merrill Lynch.
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
9/20/2016 - FSG Bank Announces Community Development & Lending Division in Dalton
FSG Bank, a division of Atlantic Capital Bank, N.A., has announced an expansion of its business banking and community lending activities in Dalton with the promotion of two of its bankers, Juan Rodriguez and Ivelisse Perez. The team will work as community development lenders serving clients in Dalton and its surrounding communities.
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
9/19/2016 - ACB Continues Expansion with Addition of Cobb & North Fulton Team
Atlantic Capital Bank, NA announced today the addition of a team of experienced bankers which will expand its corporate and business banking activities in North Metro Atlanta. The team of corporate, business and private bankers will serve clients in Cobb and north Fulton Counties.
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8/19/2016 - Atlantic Capital Bank Names New Treasury Sales Officer
Atlantic Capital Bank, NA announced today that Julie Schriver has joined its team as a Treasury Sales Officer. Schriver joins Atlantic Capital with more than 20 years of experience, most recently with SunTrust, where she served in a similar capacity and was recognized for her remarkable client-centric strategies which produced sustainable portfolio growth for clients across the Tri-Cities and Knoxville area.
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6/29/2016 - Atlantic Capital named to 2016 Top 200 Healthiest Banks list
Each year, DepositAccounts.com evaluates the financial health of every federally insured bank and credit union in the United States – more than 12,000 total. Each institution is graded on a number of factors, including capitalization, deposit growth and loan to reserve ratios, in order to determine a comprehensive health score.
6/29/2016 - Atlantic Capital Announces Atlanta Corporate and Business Banking Expansion
Atlantic Capital Bank, NA announced today an expansion of its corporate and business banking activities in metropolitan Atlanta with the hiring of a team of corporate and business bankers serving clients in Atlanta’s eastern suburbs and northeastern Georgia. The new team will be led by John May, Senior Vice President.
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3/7/2016 - ACB & FSG Realign Business Strategy to Meet Future Growth Objectives
Last year, four of Chattanooga's biggest community banks merged with bigger and more profitable regional banks based elsewhere in Tennessee and Georgia.
FSG Bank, Chattanooga's biggest independent bank which combined with Atlantic Capital Bank in Atlanta last November, is the only one of the four Chattanooga banks merging with another bank that is not taking on a new name — at least for now. But while the FSG name may remain for a while, the focus and market emphasis of FSG is clearly changing.
Read more at the Times Free Press . . .
2/2/2016 - Commercial Banker Amy Pangelinan Joins FSG's Knoxville Team
FSG Bank recently announced that Amy Pangelinan has joined its Knoxville Commercial Lending team. Pangelinan will serve as a Commercial Banking Officer at the Northshore location at 1111 Northshore Drive; Suite N-600 in Knoxville, responsible for commercial lending in that market.
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2/2/2016 - Tennessee Bankers Association Spotlights FSG President Mike Kramer
Mike Kramer, President & COO of ACB and FSG, was highlighted in the Member Feature of the The Tennessee Banker for their January/February 2016 issue.
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12/17/2015 - Atlantic Capital Bancshares Announces Sale of Seven Tennessee Branches
Atlantic Capital Bank, N.A. announced today that it has entered into two definitive agreements for the sale of seven branches in the Bank’s Tennessee market.
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11/25/2015 - Wine & Cheese Reception Welcomes FSG Bank's New Mortgage Officer
FSG Bank introduced its newest Mortgage Officer to the Dalton area professionals at a wine and cheese event last week. Ivelisse Perez has joined the Mortgage team at FSG Bank and Atlantic Capital to serve the Greater Dalton area with its mortgage loan origination needs.
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
11/2/2015 - FSG Now Successfully Merged With Atlantic Capital
On October 31, 2015, Atlantic Capital Bank and FSG Bank united as a single organization, allowing the new organization to offer more business-related services to the FSG markets and our Mortgage and Trust services to the Atlantic Capital market.
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9/29/2015 - FSG's Market Manager is a Real Man
FSG's Market Manager Derrick DePriest is a Real Man--for the American Cancer Society, that is. Derrick is one of a handful of men in Knoxville taking part in the Real Men Wear Pink campaign in connection with ACS's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer," and he's found great ways to show his support for the cause.
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8/17/2015 - New Branch Technology Offers Opportunity for Faster, More Convenient Banking
FSG's new Cleveland branch utilizes innovative, state-of-the-art technologies to redefine the traditional branch model. Customers can now have a faster, more convenient banking experience with more self-serve options.
Read more from the Cleveland Daily Banner . . .
8/8/2015 - FSG's New Cleveland, TN Branch Pilots Higher Tech Approach
FSG's new branch in Cleveland, TN gives customers a great amount of flexibility to bank at the consistency and speed that they want--whether that's with more technology or with a more traditional face-to-face approach.
Read more at the Times Free Press . . .
6/23/2015 - FSG Bank CEO Mike Kramer Elected as TBA Director
The Tennessee Bankers Association has elected Mike Kramer, CEO of FSG, as the new East Tennessee Director on the TBA Board. Mr. Kramer will serve on the Board of Directors for the next three years.
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
6/11/2015 - FSG Bank Announces Timeline for New Cleveland Branch
"First Security Group, Inc., the holding company for FSG Bank, today announced the timeline to open its new, state-of-the-art branch located at 3200 Keith St. NW in Cleveland. Scheduled to open in late July, this new branch will utilize several innovative, leading-edge technologies to create a new way for customers to bank with FSG Bank – one that gives customers faster, more convenient access to their banking services than has typically possible from a traditional branch."
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
6/10/2015 - Amended Merger Creates More Capital
"Atlantic Capital Bancshares, Inc. and First Security Group, Inc. jointly announced today the execution of an amendment to the definitive merger agreement previously announced on March 25, 2015 to adjust the mix of consideration to be provided to FSG shareholders in the merger. The amendment has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of each company."
Read more at MarketWatch . . .
6/2/2015 - FSG Bank Appoints New Knoxville Branch Manager
"FSG Bank has named Debra Hinson [as] branch manager of the Northshore Drive branch." Debi's experience of moore than 20 years in banking and finance most recently involved her responsibilities as a personal banker and as a branch manager with U.S. Bank.
Read more at Community Bank Insight . . .
6/2/2015 - New Portfolio Manager joins Southeastern Trust, FSG's trust and estate division.
Kristin Bell joins the investment team of Southeastern Trust Company--a division of FSG Bank--as Vice President and Portfolio Manager. Kristin "brings more than 17 years of experience in investment related analysis, trading, and portfolio management, including roles at Unum Group, Wachovia Bank, and Fidelity Investments
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
5/8/2015 - First Security Group announces increase in profitability for Q1 2015
"First Security Group, Inc. reported net income for the first quarter of 2015 of $540 thousand, a $585 thousand improvement from the first quarter of 2014."
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3/26/2015 - FSG partners with new Chattanooga Lookouts
"The Chattanooga Lookouts introduced FSG Bank as their Presenting Partner for the 2015-2017 seasons. "As presenting partner, FSG Bank will support the Lookouts' new community initiatives, and its customers will also have access to unique fan experiences."
Read more at Nooga.com . . .
3/25/2015 - First Security Group to Merge with Atlantic Capital Bancshares
"Atlantic Capital Bancshares, Inc. and First Security Group, Inc. jointly announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Atlantic Capital will acquire First Security. The transaction has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of each company. Atlantic Capital is a bank holding company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and the parent of Atlantic Capital Bank. First Security is a bank holding company headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee and the parent of FSGBank, N.A."
Read more at MarketWatch . . .
3/10/2015 - FSG Bank sponsors scholarships for new Dalton State soccer program.
"In 2014, FSG Bank created the FSG Scholars program to recognize excellence in athletics, academics and leadership within the Dalton State athletic department. In 2015, FSG Bank has announced that they will also sponsor scholarships in the sport of soccer, Dalton State’s newest addition to the athletic department."
Read more at Chattanoogan.com . . .
2/4/2015 - FSG Bank records increased profitability in Q4 2014
First Security Group Inc earned $922,000 in the fourth quarter of 2014, leading to a $2.4 million increase in earnings for the entire year.
Read more at MarketWatch . . .
2/2/2015 - FSG named Best of the Best Finalists
FSG Bank was recently named Best of the Best 2015 Finalists by the people of North Georgia. Voters selected FSG Bank as one of the top Mortgage Lenders as well as one of the top Investment Firms in North Georgia for the second year in a row. According to the Chattanooga Times Free Press, thousands of print and online ballots were submitted.
11/18/14 - Al Secor welcomed to FSG as new SVP, Trust Officer
"FSG Bank announces that Albert W. “Al” Secor has joined its Trusts & Estates Group as senior vice president and trust officer."
Continue reading at Chattanoogan.com . . .
11/13/14 - FSG Scholars Honored From Dalton State Athletics
"Nine Dalton State student-athletes have been recognized as 2014 FSG Bank Scholars . . . during the dedication of the Ottinger Athletic Center this week."
Continue reading at Chattanoogan.com . . .
10/29/14 - FSG reports third quarter net earnings over $900K
"Chattanooga's biggest independent bank continued to improve profits this summer after boosting its loan volume more than 14 percent so far in 2014."
Continue reading at the Times Free Press . . .
8/26/14 - Tray Brantley joins FSG Wealth Management Team as Wealth Advisor
"FSG Bank announced that Tray Brantley has joined its Wealth Management team. Mr. Brantley will serve as the wealth advisor for FSG Bank's South Market, which includes Dalton, Chattanooga, and Cleveland."
Continue reading at Chattanoogan.com . . .
8/15/14 - FSG Bank named the Official Bank of UTC Athletics
UTC Announces Major FSG Bank Partnership Investment, Unveils First-Ever Mocs' Co-branded Debit Card, Endowment
New Multi-Year Deal Leverages FSG as "Official Bank of UTC Athletics"
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn (August 15, 2014) - The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and FSG Bank usher in the 2014-15 athletics season by introducing a multi-year, multi-faceted partnership that will positively impact UTC students, fans and alumni as announced today by UTC Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics David Blackburn and FSG Bank President & CEO Mike Kramer.
Heralded as a first for UTC Mocs' fans will be a co-branded debit card that FSG Bank will roll out as a primary component of its brand-new athletics corporate partnership, naming FSG the "Official Bank of UTC Athletics". The UTC Athletics Debit Card touting the university's "Power C" logo will be available to FSG Bank customers this fall and can be used nationwide. Existing and new FSG Bank customers caninquire about the specially designed card by visiting any of the 26 branches or online at FSGBANK.com/UTC.
Additionally, as Official Bank of UTC Athletics, FSG Bank will earmark funds for the establishment of an endowment to benefit the Mocs’ Club student-athlete scholarships. This marks another first for UTC Athletics and a generous offering by FSG, first year corporate partners during the 2013-14 season.
“We are extremely grateful to FSG Bank for elevating their role with UTC Athletics and becoming a front-runner for some brand-new initiatives to benefit our campus community,” said Blackburn. “It’s humbling to work with such outstanding companies in and surrounding Chattanooga, and we’re honored to have FSG Bank as our first-ever ‘Official Bank’ and to see all that they’re doing to make this a truly great partnership.”
Aside from category exclusivity as official bank, the UTC Athletics Debit Card and scholarship investment, FSG Bank will receive additional corporate partner benefits in its new term such as the newly unveiled banner backdrop, and visibility through www.gomocs.com, print, radio, television and hospitality. It will also continue its “Take it to the Bank” campaign surrounding Mocs’ football and men’s and women’s basketball. Last year, FSG Bank donated $15,000 to six local non-profit organizations, and this year all proceeds will benefit the Mocs Club.
“This is an exciting time to be a Mocs’ fan, and we are proud to be affiliated with UTC – a phenomenal university right here in our community where we live and conduct business,” said Kramer. “At FSG Bank, we take great pride in giving back and investing in our community. FSG Bank and UTC Athletics have a shared vision for our community, making this partnership a natural fit and a cornerstone of our future.”
8/5/14 - FSG Returns to Profitability
" 'We are pleased to have achieved core profitability in the second quarter. We believe that we have reached an inflection point in our recovery and that barring any unforeseen events, First Security is on a path to healthy profitability built on a strong, and improving, balance sheet,' said Michael Kramer, First Security’s president and chief executive officer."
Continue reading at Chattanoogan.com . . .
FSG Bank is Official Bank of Chattanooga FC
FSG Bank is proud to be the Official Bank of Chattanooga FC. For every CFC goal scored at home, FSG provides one deserving young athlete a scholarship to attend the CFC Academy. CFC plays their home games at Finley Stadium in downtown Chattanooga.
4/29/14 - FSG Supports Area Entrepreneurship with LAUNCH
"FSG Bank has signed on as a platinum sponsor for Chattanooga non-profit LAUNCH. This partnership, which has been several months in the making, will have the two organizations working closely together to empower LAUNCH youth entrepreneurs. The two organizations will work side-by-side in significant ways throughout the year."
Continue reading at Chattanoogan.com . . .
4/28/14 - Orchard Knob TCAP Boot Camp Gets Support from FSG Bank
3/12/14 - FSG's Consent Order Lifted
"Federal regulators have lifted the consent order imposed on FSG Bank nearly four years in the midst of the Great Recession. Chattanooga's biggest independent bank, which was recapitalized last spring with a $91.1 million sale of new stock from outside investors, is now regarded as a "well capitalized" bank by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency."
Continue reading at the Times Free Press . . .
3/4/14 - Dalton State, FSG team up to offer athletic scholarship
"We are blessed to have so much support in the community. FSG is doing a great thing that will not only affect lives but also reward the intangibles that go into being a great human being as well as an athlete. When you talk to many former student-athletes, they list their most valuable accomplishment as being presented a “Coach’s Award,” says Athletic Director, Derek Waugh. “FSG was creative enough and generous enough to tie this type award to a scholarship.”
Each team’s selection will be chosen based on criteria for academics, community service, leadership and performance by the coaches, athletic director and a representative from FSG. “Oftentimes, only the athlete with the best stats is recognized publicly, but there are so many things that go into being a great student-athlete. We cannot thank FSG enough.”The Dalton State Athletic Department is proud to partner with FSG in recognizing outstanding students, leaders and athletes. Each year, FSG will sponsor a scholarship for one member of each of Dalton State’s nine athletic teams who has excelled in the classroom, in the community and on the field of play. The awards will be presented at Dalton State’s end of the year banquet.
