St. Petersburg bank lays off employees as it cuts loan program

BayFirst National Bank was founded in 1999 and operates 12 branches throughout Tampa Bay and Sarasota.
BayFirst National Bank was founded in 1999 and operates 12 branches throughout Tampa Bay and Sarasota.
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BayFirst National Bank is laying off 52 employees as it cuts its small balance Small Business Administration lending program.

 

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