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Southern Bancorp is a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and B-Corp based in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Established in 1986, it aims to strengthen underserved communities through financial services and development programs. The organization has grown significantly, now managing assets between $2.6 and $2.8 billion and serving around 65,000 customers in Arkansas and Mississippi. Southern Bancorp operates through three main entities: Southern Bancorp Bank, which provides traditional banking services; Southern Bancorp Community Partners, a nonprofit focused on financial education and support; and Southern Bancorp Incorporated, a holding company for strategic growth. The organization offers a range of services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, financial literacy workshops, and grants for community projects. With 56 locations and a commitment to equitable access, Southern Bancorp emphasizes long-term community impact, particularly in economically distressed areas.
Handcrafted outdoor furniture with over 20 years of DEDON experience. As a manufacturer of exclusive outdoor furniture, DEDON is one of the worlds leading providers in this industry and has received numerous international design awards. The company, which was founded in 1990 by the former professional soccer player Bobby Dekeyser, revolutionized the outdoor furniture market with its groundbreaking designs within only a few years. The basis for DEDONs success is a highly durable synthetic fiber manufactured at the headquarters in the North of Germany. Developed over 20 years ago, the unique DEDON fiber still is considered "the original" in the industry; the "Made by DEDON" seal stands for the highest standards of quality and design. DEDON furniture is designed by international designers, matches German quality standards in terms of production, and is manufactured by hand in a traditional fashion by braiding artisans on the island of Cebu in the Philippines. Every piece of DEDON furniture embodies the combination of modern technology and century-old craftsmanship.
Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) is an advanced automotive manufacturing facility located in Ellabell, Georgia. It serves as Hyundais third production hub in the U.S., complementing existing facilities in Alabama and Georgia. Designed as a Software Defined Factory, HMGMA integrates AI and robotics to support Hyundais vision for a technology-driven future in mobility. The facility spans 2,900 acres and will employ over 8,500 workers, with an additional 6,900 jobs created at off-site suppliers. HMGMA aims to produce 500,000 vehicles annually, including electric and hybrid models like the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9. The plant represents a significant investment of approximately $12.6 billion, marking one of the largest economic development projects in Georgias history. HMGMA also emphasizes sustainability by utilizing hydrogen fuel-cell electric trucks for logistics, showcasing its commitment to environmentally responsible operations. The facility is expected to have a substantial economic impact, creating nearly 40,000 jobs in Georgia and supporting over 570,000 jobs nationwide.
Founded in 1871 in Honesdale, PA, Wayne Bank now has 26 community offices serving Wayne, Pike, Monroe, and Lackawanna Counties in Pennsylvania, along with Delaware and Sullivan Counties in New York State. Wayne Bank is a subsidiary of Norwood Financial Corp., Member FDIC. The stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol— NWFL.