Paragon National Bank chairman Napoleon Cassibry III has stepped down, effective March 19, after serving as board chair since the bank’s inception in January 2005.

2. Paragon Bank Gets New Chairman - Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Paragon National Bank chairman Napoleon Cassibry III has stepped down, effective March 19, after serving as board chair since the bank’s inception in January 2005.

3. Yuletide Office Solutions Adapts to Changing Industry - Monday, October 28, 2013

Paperless office. It’s a phrase to strike fear in the heart of any office supply provider. “I used to sell ‘While You Were Out’ pads in the two-part books every day,” said Chris Miller, president of Yuletide Office Solutions. “I might sell a dozen ‘While You Were Out’ pads once every three months now.”

4. Yuletide Office Solutions Adapts to Changing Industry - Saturday, October 26, 2013

Paperless office. It’s a phrase to strike fear in the heart of any office supply provider.

“I used to sell ‘While You Were Out’ pads in the two-part books every day,” said Chris Miller, president of Yuletide Office Solutions. “I might sell a dozen ‘While You Were Out’ pads once every three months now.”

5. Fed Watchers Search Recent News for Clues - Thursday, June 27, 2013

At the beginning of the week, Oppenheimer chief market technician Carter Worth released an analyst note that turned heads because of its brevity and frankness.

The bulk of it read: “We have no new thoughts. Sell.”

6. Daily News Seminar Spotlights Financial Hot Topics - Monday, June 10, 2013

Craig Dismuke, the chief economic strategist of Vining Sparks IBG LP, opened his keynote address at The Daily News’ “Money and Markets” seminar Thursday, June 6, with a story that brought some insight into the wisdom that people – often erroneously – ascribe to experts in various fields, including economists.

7. Events - Thursday, June 6, 2013

Memphis Light, Gas & Water Division will hold a board meeting Thursday, June 6, at 1:30 p.m. in the MLGW board room, 220 S. Main St. Visit mlgw.com.

8. Events - Wednesday, June 5, 2013

The Cooper-Young Business Association will feature Robbie and The Bandanas as part of the Red Hot Summer concert series Wednesday, June 5, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the gazebo at Cooper Street and Young Avenue. Cost is free. Visit cooperyoung.biz.

9. Events - Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital will hold a stroke survivor group meeting Tuesday, June 4, at 5 p.m. in suite 250 of Medical Office Building A, 7655 Poplar Ave. Stroke survivors will discuss caregiving issues; partners and family will discuss time and stress management. Call 516-6929.

10. Events - Saturday, June 1, 2013

The Daily News will host its Money and Markets: State of the Economy seminar and panel discussion Thursday, June 6, at 3:30 p.m. in the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art auditorium, 1934 Poplar Ave. Craig Dismuke, senior vice president and chief economic strategist at Vining Sparks IBG, will present the keynote. Cost is $25. Visit seminars.memphisdailynews.com.

11. Events - Monday, June 3, 2013

West Tennessee Historical Society will meet Monday, June 3, at 7 p.m. in the Wunderlich Auditorium at Memphis University School, 6191 Park Ave. Joe V. Lowry will present “Memphis: Going Through Changes, 1890-1929.” Visit wths-tn.org.

12. National Economy Headlines Seminar - Monday, May 20, 2013

The next installment of The Daily News’ ongoing seminar series will offer a comprehensive look at the state of the economy, with insight from a panel of thought leaders and a keynote from the chief economic strategist of Vining Sparks IBG LP.

13. Retail Therapy - Monday, November 26, 2012

The retail business has been described in recent times as Darwinian in nature to those in the industry, meaning formats come and go as competition intensifies each year.

That concept is apparent in retail chains having trouble finding the best real estate for new locations as antiquated strip centers retain high vacancies. Or in the resurgence of upscale retailers, while dollar stores are simultaneously expanding at a rapid clip.

14. MSO Announces New Board Members - Thursday, October 27, 2011

The Memphis Symphony Orchestra has announced the addition of four new board members who will serve a three-year term, ending in 2014.

They are Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell; Louise Barden, a corporate division manager at First Tennessee; Jim Vining, the former president and chief executive officer of Vining Sparks, IBG, a broker of Small Business Administration loans; and Lowry Howell, a senior analyst and principal at Southeastern Asset Management, as well as a former concertmaster of the Memphis Youth Symphony Orchestra.

15. Gusmus to Lead FTN Financial - Monday, November 3, 2008
Memphis-based First Horizon National Corp. has chosen Frank Gusmus as the new president of FTN Financial, the investment banking arm of First Horizon.

Gusmus moved into the role of interim president at FTN Financial a little more than two months ago following the departure of former FTN Financial president Mark Medford.

Medford left the company to become president and CEO of the local investment firm Vining-Sparks IBG LP.

The choice of Gusmus to lead FTN Financial will not be the last management change to take place in the wake of Bryan Jordan’s promotion to CEO at First Horizon, a role he assumed in September. Jordan is First Horizon’s former CFO, and a search remains under way for that position.

16. Gusmus to Lead FTN Financial - Friday, October 31, 2008
Memphis-based First Horizon National Corp. is expected this afternoon to tap Frank Gusmus as the new president of FTN Financial, the investment banking arm of First Horizon, according to company sources.

Gusmus moved into the role of interim president at FTN Financial a little more than two months ago following the departure of former FTN Financial president Mark Medford.

Medford left the company to become president and CEO of the local investment firm Vining-Sparks IBG LP.

The choice of Gusmus to lead FTN Financial will not be the last management change to take place in the wake of Bryan Jordan’s promotion to CEO at First Horizon, a role he assumed in September. Jordan is First Horizon’s former CFO, and a search remains under way for that position.

17. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, January 7, 1998
Edwin C Edwin C. Boothe has been promoted to chief operating officer of Freds Inc. Boothe, who has been with the company 22 years, was executive vice president of store operations and pharmacy. Earl Taylor has been promoted from senior district mana...

18. Archived Article: Memos - Wednesday, August 20, 1997
Dr. Monte Blair has joined Shelby State Community College as director of grants and contracts. He formerly was vice president for research and development at City College in Orlando, Fla. Blair has a doctorate degree from Duke University, a masters ...

19. Archived Article: Lasalle Acquisition Lj - Friday, July 11, 1997
By LAURIE JOHNSON LaSalle Advisors buys two Memphis office properties By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News One of the countrys largest real estate service and investment groups has closed a $22 million deal for two office properties in Memphis. LaSalle ...