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🎉 Record-Breaking Results + Inspirational Advocacy = One Incredible Climb! 🧗️ We’re proud to say that the creativity and ingenuity of our employees is never in short supply at Lendmark, especially when it comes to the communities we serve. In the final month of our “$10 Million in 10 Years” Climb to Cure Campaign, our amazing branch colleagues introduced a striking new accessory: ‘Ask Me Why I Climb’ buttons! This creative idea, led by our Climb Chair E.J. Ryan, gave employees a bold way to show their support for CURE Childhood Cancer and spark meaningful conversations with customers. These buttons turned everyday interactions into opportunities for advocacy — and the results speak for themselves. 💛Thanks to the generosity of our customers and the dedication and innovation of our branch teams, we raised nearly $59,000 through $1 customer donations in 2025 alone — a record high for the campaign! Every single dollar raised goes directly toward precision medicine research to help find a cure for childhood cancers. 👏 Huge congratulations to every colleague and customer who contributed to this success. Your passion, creativity and commitment continue to make a real difference. 📸 Check out our fabulous branch colleagues proudly wearing their new pins!
🍿 Have you heard what’s “popping” at Lendmark?🎗️ Sometimes the simplest snack sparks the biggest impact… On August 20, Lendmark’s fabulous finance team, led by David Neaves, turned a popcorn break into a powerful moment of giving by raising $210 for CURE Childhood Cancer at our central operations office in Covington, Ga. But this event was more than just popcorn. It was about people coming together to connect, share a laugh, and support a cause close to our hearts. Every dollar raised helps fund life-saving research and provides support to children and families facing childhood cancer. A huge thank you to Team Lendmark for showing up with generosity and heart! Together, we are making a difference – one kernel at a time. 💛
🎗️Celebrating a Decade of Impact: Lendmark's Climb to Cure Campaign🎗️ On Saturday, August 9, Lendmark employees, vendor partners, and staff and families of CURE Childhood Cancer gathered at Oconee County High School near Athens, Ga., to commemorate 10 years of partnership. Since 2015, we’ve collectively raised more than $9 million as we climb toward the “$10 million in 10 years” goal for Lendmark’s signature philanthropic program, Climb to Cure. The day began with a powerful ceremonial stair climb led by Chip Madren, childhood cancer survivor and the inspiration behind Climb to Cure’s mission. From heartfelt speeches by leaders like Bobby Aiken, Bret Hyler and Kristin Connor to a lively family festival emceed by Jenn Hobby, the event was a true celebration of hope, resilience and community. And... our Dunk Tank Challenge alone raised $15,000 for pediatric cancer research! Thank you to everyone who has supported this journey. Together, we’re climbing toward a future free from childhood cancer. 💛 hashtag#ClimbToCure hashtag#10in10 hashtag#LendmarkCares hashtag#CUREChildhoodCancer hashtag#10YearsStrong hashtag#CommunityImpact
At Lendmark, we believe our greatest asset is our people — and we mean it! As an ‘Employer of Choice,’ we’re committed to attracting and retaining top talent by investing in the growth of our people. That’s why we’re excited to announce three more recent promotions! Please join us in congratulating these standout colleagues on their career milestones: 🎉Shalon Travis – Promoted to SVP, Talent Acquisition & Human Resources Systems With 12 years at Lendmark, Shalon has made an indelible mark by expanding our talent acquisition strategies. In her newly developed role, Shalon will continue leading our Talent Acquisition team and will assume oversight of our Human Resources Information Systems. 🎉Charonda McGill, GBA, CPBS, CCA – Promoted to SVP, Total Rewards & Talent Management Charonda joined Lendmark in 2017 and has reshaped the landscape of our Total Rewards employee benefits program. In her newly enhanced role, Charonda will continue to oversee our Total Rewards and compensation initiatives. She will also assume responsibility for our Talent Management program – reviewing, resolving and reporting on employment compliance, ethics, and HR ordinance cases. 🎉Kim Chrzanowski, MBA – Promoted to SVP, Organizational & Learning Development/Talent Management When Kim joined Lendmark nearly four years ago, she was instrumental in launching our organizational development and effectiveness function. **Follow the link to read more!
At Lendmark, our greatest asset is our people — and we’re proud to invest in their growth every step of the way. So far this year, nearly 140 employees have received well-deserved promotions in the first half of 2025, and nearly 30 jobs have been created with the back half of the year promising to be similar. New Lendmark family members is a good thing! Please join us in congratulating these four standout leaders on their recent career milestones: 🎉 Patreda Patterson – Promoted to SVP, Corporate Data and Analytics With 15 years at Lendmark, Patreda’s journey from Risk Management Analyst to senior leadership is a testament to her vision and dedication. She’ll now lead our new corporate data analytics team and serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team. 🎉 Seif Al-Zain – Joined as VP, Governmental Affairs Bringing 8+ years of experience in government relations, Seif is already making an impact in advancing our public policy goals and strengthening key partnerships. 🎉 Sanya Gulati –Moves to AVP, Governmental Affairs From branch manager to innovation leader, Sanya’s data-driven mindset and operational expertise will be key in shaping our governmental affairs strategy. 🎉 Ravigopal Venugopal – Rejoined as AVP, Data Services A familiar face with deep expertise in AI, cloud, and data governance, Ravigopal is back to help drive strategic data solutions and innovation. 👏 We’re proud of each of them and excited for what’s ahead!
💦 From Dunk Tank to Dance Floor! 🎶 Fresh out of the Climb Event dunk tank, Becky Larrison, our fearless Chief Audit & Compliance Officer, kept the energy going with a heartfelt and high-spirited fundraiser at DGD Farms on Saturday, August 9! An annual event hosted by Becky, the evening was packed with good music, laughter and generosity — featuring a live performance by "You've Got Mail," a band founded by Becky’s two talented sons, and local favorite "Better Than Ezra." 🎸✨ Thanks to the incredible turnout and giving spirit of our Lendmark family and friends, Becky and her team raised more than $20K in one night for CURE Childhood Cancer! A huge shoutout to Becky for leading with heart and rhythm — and for proving that a splash in the dunk tank is just the beginning! 💛 hashtag#ClimbToCure hashtag#10in10 hashtag#LendmarkCares hashtag#CUREChildhoodCancer hashtag#MusicForACause hashtag#CommunityImpact
🌟 Celebrating Our First HR Intern! 🌟 As summer winds down, we’re thrilled to spotlight a special milestone at @Lendmark Financial Services — welcoming our first-ever HR Intern, @Isabella Chapman! Over the past few months, Isabella brought her energy, curiosity, and fresh perspective to our corporate offices, diving into a full rotation across our HR functions: 🔹 Talent Management 🔹 Talent Acquisition 🔹 Total Rewards 🔹 Organizational Development 🔹 Learning & Development 🔹 Corporate Communications 🔹 Corporate Security From supporting recruitment efforts to exploring learning initiatives and internal communication strategies, Isabella’s summer was nothing short of jam-packed! Her hands-on experience offered a holistic view of how strategic HR drives business success — and in turn, gave our HR leaders a refreshing boost of inspiration. 💡 It’s amazing how teaching someone the “why” behind what we do can reignite our own passion and purpose. We’re incredibly grateful for Isabella’s contributions and wish her — and all students heading back to campus — a fantastic school year ahead! 🎓🍎 #HRInternship #LendmarkLife #FutureHRLeader #InternshipExperience #Gratitude #BackToSchool #TalentDevelopment
Since launching our 10th anniversary Climb to Cure campaign on June 4, Lendmark employees, customers, partners, and friends have come together to raise an inspiring $633,953 for CURE Childhood Cancer! That’s over 30% of our $2.1 million goal for 2025 — and we’re just getting started. This campaign is more than a fundraiser — it’s a movement. Since 2015, we’ve raised over $9 million to support targeted pediatric cancer research, and we’re determined to reach the $10 million cumulative milestone this year, marking a decade of impact and partnership with CURE. Every dollar brings us closer to advancing precision medicine, supporting families, and — most importantly — giving kids a fighting chance. A cure is possible in our lifetime. Let’s keep climbing! #ClimbToCure #LendmarkServes #CUREChildhoodCancer #TeamLendmark #10Millionin10Years
Lendmark proudly celebrates Military Appreciation Month in May, a time dedicated to honoring the incredible contributions and sacrifices of all the brave men and women who serve or have served our great nation. As part of our Veterans Integration Program (VIP), we’re especially grateful to the veterans, military spouses and caregivers who choose Lendmark every day as their Employer of Choice. In reflection, this month presents a special opportunity for each of us to pause and express gratitude to the selfless heroes who protect our freedoms and those whose quiet strength uplifts and sustains our service members.
In the spirit of giving back, Lendmark was proud to celebrate National Volunteer Month in April! Throughout the month, our incredible Lendmark employees showed up in a variety of ways to support the communities where we live and work. Activities included serving meals to active military at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, teaching financial literacy workshops for youth, hosting a bottled water drive for those experiencing homelessness, participating in Cure Childhood Cancer’s Lauren’s Run & Picnic, and more! Many thanks to every employee, friend and family member who gave their time and talents in April – and every month. Your servant heart and commitment to community are the difference makers that reflect the best of who we are. Tell us how YOU celebrated National Volunteer Month in the comments below. Here’s to continuing the spirit of service all-year-long! #VolunteerMonth #CommunityImpact #EmployeeEngagement #CorporateResponsibility
