
I’m the Chairman and CEO of ConnectOne Bank (CNOB), a full-service commercial bank proving that putting people first is a better way to do business. @FrankSIII
Why The U.S. Is Still The Greatest Place To Become An Entrepreneur
As we celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, that revolutionary drive continues to fuel the businesses that serve as the backbone of our economy.
Navigating CRE’s Next Era: Resilience, Reality & Flashing Yellow Lights
Builders are facing an enormous amount of uncertainty. That is not new. What is new is the pace at which one disruption seems to give way to the next.
What The Most Resilient Small Businesses Have In Common
Small businesses have always been defined by resilience. They adapt quickly, move decisively, and operate with a level of urgency
Not Your Grandfather’s Real Estate Market: Building In A New Era
From commercial real estate, housing trends and construction starts, the markets continue to spur headlines backed by data-sets and reports.
As Finance Goes Digital, What Role Do Banks Play?
The financial industry is evolving faster than many predicted even five years ago. In my daily conversations with both founders and fellow bankers, one question dominates




