Core Insights - WaFd, Inc. has appointed Colin Murphy as the Regional President for Northern Oregon, focusing on commercial and retail banking strategies [1][2] - Murphy brings over 22 years of banking experience, with more than 15 years in commercial banking, previously leading a team at BMO/Bank of the West [1][2] - His leadership style emphasizes relationship management, market growth, and team empowerment in competitive environments [1][2] Company Overview - WaFd, Inc. is the parent company of WaFd Bank, a federally insured commercial bank operating in multiple states including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and California [4] - Established in 1917, WaFd Bank offers a range of services including consumer and commercial deposit accounts, financing for small to middle-market businesses, commercial and residential real estate, and insurance products [4]

Group 1 - NewtekOne, Inc. is considered one of the most undervalued financial stocks by Wall Street analysts [1] - The company secured a $90 million term loan facility and a $5 million revolving line of credit from Goldman Sachs Alternatives [1][2] - The financing will be used to repay approximately $30 million of outstanding term debt and close a $10 million undrawn line of credit [1][2] Group 2 - The remaining funds from the financing are intended for general corporate purposes, including providing loans, repaying unsecured senior debt, and supporting growth initiatives [2] - NewtekOne operates Newtek Bank, N.A. and offers services such as SBA 7(a) lending, commercial real estate financing, electronic payment processing, payroll solutions, and insurance products [2]