Business View Magazine | Volume 8, Issue 9

150 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 8, ISSUE 9 continue to seek out expansion opportunities in markets where we believe we can be competitive, and explore products and services that will make our bank more profitable, including seeking new products to increase non-interest income. We will continue to be present and active in our communities through support and involvement. The future of banking will always include employees and face-to-face contact with customers. However if we can use technology to better that relationship then that is the direction we plan to take.” PREFERRED VENDORS/PARTNERS n GT Solutions www.GTSolutions.org GT Solutions was founded by Scott Gant and a team of banking equipment professionals. Their goal is to provide the highest quality equipment service/installation work at a cost-effective price. With that founding principle, GTS is quickly earning business for Banking, Pharmacy, and ATM equipment service and installation throughout 9 southeastern states. n SHAZAM shazam.net SHAZAM’s the only nationwide independent, member-owned debit network, processor and core provider supporting community banks. We ensure our clients have the products and services they expect in a cost-effective way. Founded in 1976, we’re a leader in payments and financial technology, with a simple mission: Strengthening community financial institutions. n Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC mjcpa.com n First National Bankers Bank bankers-bank.com