Herbert Harton on business consolidation
From Lynn Harton, Chairman + CEO at United Community Banks Joins NYSE TV Live · · New York Stock Exchange
“We're getting ready to celebrate our 75th Anniversary which is something to be proud of given the amount of consolidation going on in the business.”
On , Herbert Harton, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at UNITED COMMUNITY BANKS INC, spoke about business consolidation during Lynn Harton, Chairman + CEO at United Community Banks Joins NYSE TV Live on New York Stock Exchange.
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Lynn Harton, chairman and CEO of United Community Banks, appeared on NYSE TV Live on September 17, 2024, after ringing the ceremonial opening bell. He said the bank is preparing to celebrate its 75th anniversary, which he described as notable given industry consolidation. Harton stated he is most proud of the bank's reputation for service, noting it is a 10-time J.D. Power winner and a leader for trust in the Southeast. Harton attributed the bank's growth to a strategy of "staying small as we continue to grow," which he said allows the bank to offer needed products and technology while maintaining personal connections with customers. He said this approach has helped attract other banks and bankers who share that culture. Harton also credited his team, saying their dedication and focus on putting the customer first are responsible for the bank's achievements.