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MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) announced the acquisition of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Chartwell Compliance, by Ankura Consulting Group. This strategic move highlights MVB's commitment to generating shareholder value while enabling Chartwell to expand its services within Ankura's Global Anti-Financial Crime Practice. Established in 2011, Chartwell has significantly grown under MVB, tripling its revenue and headcount since 2019. MVB CEO Larry F. Mazza emphasized that this relationship has strengthened internal compliance resources, and Chartwell will continue to serve MVB as a client post-acquisition.

Ankura Consulting Group has announced the acquisition of Chartwell Compliance, a leading regulatory compliance firm and subsidiary of MVB Financial Corp (NASDAQ: MVBF). This acquisition enhances Ankura's Global Anti-Financial Crime Practice, aiming to better serve banking and Fintech clients with compliance services related to Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering. Chartwell, founded in 2011, specializes in regulatory compliance and has significantly grown its revenue and expertise since joining MVB in 2019. The integration of Chartwell's team into Ankura is expected to improve service delivery across global markets, particularly in regulatory navigation for diverse Fintech clients.

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share, consistent with the previous quarter. Shareholders of record as of March 1, 2023, will receive payment on March 15, 2023. The dividend marks the company's first for 2023. CEO Larry F. Mazza highlighted significant advancements under their MVB-F1: Success Loves Speed Strategic Plan, alongside challenges from wet track conditions. Key improvements include enhanced net interest margins and decreased expenses, contributing to positive operating leverage and a strong capital base.

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) reported a net income of $6.5 million for Q4 2022, with earnings per share of $0.52 (basic) and $0.50 (diluted). Net interest income increased by 54.6% year-over-year to $33.7 million, driven by a tax-equivalent net interest margin of 4.57%. Noninterest income fell 56.5% to $6.3 million, largely due to cyclic headwinds in mortgage banking. The company also faced a 4.7% decline in total deposits, totaling $2.57 billion. Despite challenges, MVB remains focused on enhancing earnings per share and has received shareholder approval for its merger with Integrated Financial Holdings, expected to close in Q1 2023.

MVB Financial Corp. (MVBF) and Integrated Financial Holdings, Inc. (IFHI) have received shareholder approval for their merger agreement dated August 12, 2022. The merger involves IFHI merging into MVB, with MVB as the surviving entity. It is expected to close in Q1 2023, pending regulatory approvals. The merger aims to create a national leader in government-guaranteed lending, particularly in SBA and USDA loans. Both companies expressed confidence in the merger's potential to enhance shareholder value and operational efficiency.

MVB Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MVBF) has won the 2022 BAI Global Innovation Award for its advancements in onboarding Fintech clients, enhancing efficiency by over 100%. The award recognizes MVB's initiative, “Innovation: Onboarding Fintechs Better, Faster, Stronger…The Victor (ad)Vantage,” developed in partnership with its subsidiary, Victor Technologies. This recognition highlights MVB's commitment to innovation in commercial banking, aiming to streamline processes while adhering to regulatory standards.

MVB Financial Corp. (MVBF) has partnered with FHLBank Pittsburgh to allocate $1.5 million to four housing projects in North Central West Virginia as part of the 2022 Affordable Housing Program grants. Notable distributions include $498,993 to Morgantown Community Resources for a veterans’ housing project, $450,000 to Mon Valley Habitat for Humanity for new units in Fairmont, $311,940 for Clarksburg’s owner-occupied units rehabilitation, and $311,940 for Shinnston homes. This initiative supports MVB's commitment to community welfare and addresses housing needs intensified by the pandemic.