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FSC First Shines a Spotlight on NALCAB for Hispanic Heritage Month
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, FSC First is highlighting our meaningful collaboration with the National Association for Latino Asset Builders (NALCAB). NALCAB represents a crucial partner in our continuous pursuit to foster community development and support,...
Master CEO Coaching Series Guides Prince George’s Entrepreneurs
CEOs seeking guidance and support to elevate their businesses can now benefit from the Master CEO Coaching Series by FSC First. This program provides personalized solutions to CEOs, empowering leaders to overcome obstacles and accomplish their goals. Sponsored by FSC...
Bowie BIC and Level Up Help Businesses Blossom
The Bowie Business Innovation Center (Bowie BIC) is an invaluable resource for businesses in Maryland and Prince George’s County businesses, providing support for growth and development. As a proud partner of FSC First and a Level Up resource partner, Bowie BIC...
All Star Flooring Navigates Pandemic with BRI Grant
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, All Star Flooring owner Joe Nusraty was determined to keep his business afloat without impacting his staff. A Business Recovery Initiative (BRI) grant from Prince George’s County administered by FSC First helped him do just that. All...
The Benefits of Good Financial Literacy
Financial literacy is a skill that has tangible benefits for business owners at all stages of their careers. April is Financial Literacy Month, but the FSC First team and our partners work together to help entrepreneurs cultivate these skills all year long. One of our...
Talking with Steward Smith, FSC First’s “Money Man”
When small business owners want to grow, they know who to talk to: FSC First’s very own “Money Man,” Vice President of Business Development, Steward Smith. Steward brings a wealth of experience to FSC First. He has been with FSC First for ten years but has more than...2022 Annual Report
FSCfirst-2022-final-web...Introducing FSC First’s 2023 Annual Award Winners
Every year, FSC First recognizes employees and clients who have contributed exceptionally to our mission and the community. These businesses and individuals exemplify our commitment to excellence and share our dedication to improving the health of Maryland’s economy....Bolstering Black-Owned Businesses Beyond Black History Month
Black History Month might only be observed in February, but at FSC First, celebrating the contributions of Black Americans in business is a daily practice. While we’ve worked extensively through our lending programs to support Black entrepreneurs, our commitment to...Purple Line Business Assistance Grant Update
Suppose you’re a business located along the Purple Line Construction Impacted Corridor. In that case, you may be eligible for $5,000 – $10,000 in assistance from a grant sponsored by Prince George’s County and the Maryland Department of Commerce. Construction of...
Transition Talks: Five Questions for FSC First’s Outgoing and Incoming CEOs
Caption: Shelly Gross-Wade (left) and Dawn Medley (right). As FSC First transitions to new leadership, we asked our outgoing President and CEO, Shelly Gross-Wade, and our incoming President and CEO, Dawn Medley, a few questions reflecting on their journeys...
FSC First Announces Dawn R. Medley as New President & CEO
FSC First is pleased to announce that Dawn R. Medley will assume the position of President & CEO, effective January 1, 2023. Medley will succeed Shelly Gross-Wade, who steps down in December 2022 after nearly 25 years of service. Medley currently serves as FSC...
A Legacy of Leadership: Spotlight on Shelly Gross-Wade
For 24 years, Shelly Gross-Wade, our indomitable President & CEO, has helped local borrowers, businesses, organizations and communities actualize their goals. As Shelly closes this chapter as FSC First’s lending leader extraordinaire, we want to communicate her...
Celebrating Diversity Awareness Month Through Diverse Small Business Funding Options
October is Diversity Awareness Month, an opportunity to recognize and appreciate diversity in our social and business communities. Diverse small businesses are a growing segment of the economy and represent a variety of backgrounds, nationalities, races, religions,...
Hispanic Heritage Month: Full-Service Inspiration from Salon Owner, Jeimy Flournoy
Each year from September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated to recognize the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Hispanic-owned...
Access To Capital Matters!
Written by J. Steward Smith, Vice President, Business Development FSC First is the premier non-bank lender in our market and a reliable provider of creative and innovative business financing solutions to established and emerging businesses in the State of Maryland....
Celebrating Successes During National Black-owned Business Month
August is National Black-owned Business Month; a great time to recognize and celebrate the approximately two million companies in the U.S. owned by African American and Black entrepreneurs.[1] As one of the few Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) in...
Retiring CEO Shelly Gross-Wade Reflects on Her Legacy at FSC First
After more than two decades as President and CEO of FSC First, Shelly Gross-Wade recently announced her end-of-year retirement. Shelly has over 35 years of executive-level management experience in economic development finance. Her career includes a 46-year tenure as a...
A Summer Fun Short List from FSC First
When the summer days grow longer, the opportunities for fun follow suit in Prince George’s County. Whether you prefer low-key experiences or high-octane adventures, you’ll never have to go far to find excitement in our community. Our list of local favorites will help...
FSC First CEO, Shelly Gross-Wade, Announces End-of-year Retirement
After more than two decades as President & CEO of the Prince George’s Financial Services Corporation (FSC First), Shelly Gross-Wade announced to the Board of Directors that she will step down from her role at the end of the year. Diane Brown, Chair of the Board of...
May 2022: Big Wins for Small Businesses
May is National Small Business Month and is our chance to celebrate the resiliency and tenacity of America’s small business owners who create opportunities from their innovative ideas and make important contributions to our growing economy. At FSC First, we know small...