Paragon Bank & Paragon Financial Solutions

?? Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence at Paragon Bank! ?? Two decades ago, Paragon Bank opened its doors with a vision to provide exceptional banking services grounded in integrity, dedication, and knowledge. Today, we stand proud of our journey, celebrating not just our milestones, but the incredible community and team members who have been part of our story. At Paragon, integrity is at the heart of everything we do. It drives our commitment to transparency and ethical practices, ensuring that we earn the trust of our clients every day. Our dedication is reflected in the unwavering support we provide to our customers, helping them achieve their financial goals with personalized care and attention. And our thirst for knowledge fuels our pursuit of innovation and excellence, allowing us to adapt and grow in an ever-evolving industry. A key component of our success has been our commitment to our team members. We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual can thrive. Our team's passion and talent are the backbone of Paragon, and we are grateful for their invaluable contributions. As we celebrate this milestone, we look forward to many more years of serving our community with the same values that have defined us from the beginning. Thank you to our clients, team members, and partners for being part of our journey. Here's to continued success and to building a brighter future together! ??

We are thrilled to congratulate Debbie Howell, Vice President—Senior Accountant, who was selected by her peers as one of two Team Members of the 4th Quarter 2024! This quarterly recognition celebrates a team member for their outstanding performance in demonstrating Paragon's values. Read more about Debbie and her well-deserved recognition: https://lnkd.in/e9g9NrvY

Tax Season is upon us, and with that comes tax fraud scams. The IRS warns that fraudulent tax professionals are behind identity theft and financial harm Learn more about what these scams might look like on our website: https://lnkd.in/e6B5_CwJ

We are thrilled to congratulate Lisa Word, Real Estate Lending Officer, who was selected by her peers as one of two Team Members of the 4th Quarter 2024! This quarterly recognition celebrates a team member for their outstanding performance in demonstrating Paragon's values. Read more about Lisa and her well-deserved recognition: https://lnkd.in/eybHXdzV

Earlier this month, Paragon Bank proudly celebrated its 11th year of partnership with the Neighborhood Christian Centers, Inc. for the much-anticipated Spring Jam. This year, the theme was “Around the World,” where students embarked on a global journey through a series of immersive experiences. Paragon Bank’s contribution to this international escapade focused on the picturesque and culturally rich country of Switzerland. Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/epEX4QqN

Earlier this month, we partnered with?Make-A-Wish Mid-South?to grant the wish of 19-year-old Eli, who wanted to travel to Alaska to ice fish, see the Northern Lights and ski with his family. Paragon team members from across the Mid-South gathered at Paragon Centre to recreate an episode of Survivor for Eli and his family to compete in. Click through ?????? to see all the stations, and then make sure to read more: https://lnkd.in/efEFUmFD. ???????????

Today is International Women’s Day. Here's to you, the remarkable women of Paragon Bank. Thank you. Your dedication, insight, and strength inspire us every day.

It’s National Consumer Protection Week, and all week long we’ll give you tips and tricks to help protect yourself from fraud, identity theft and scams.?We hope these have been helpful! Someone who says you’ve been connected to a serious crime like money laundering might be a scammer. Learn more on the Federal Trade Commission’s website at ftc.gov/ncpw?

Thanks to Ali P., who shared this feedback about Yolanda Jackson, Assistant Vice President — Banking Center Manager, in our Atlanta, GA Banking Center. Excellent customer service is what we strive for, and we're proud to have team members like Yolanda who carry out that mission every day. If you’re looking for a banking experience where your needs are prioritized, come see us at Paragon Bank. We're here to help you every step of the way!

It’s National Consumer Protection Week, and all week long we’ll give you tips and tricks to help protect yourself from fraud, identity theft and scams. There are safe ways to exit a time-share deal, but there are also “time-share brokers” or “exit strategists" who will try to scam you. Visit https://lnkd.in/gx9FVAwF to learn more about avoiding fraud if you’re trying to exit a time-share.?