A recent feature on PIX11’s Monica Makes It Happen spotlighted the relationship between Ponce Bank and longtime client Paul Gagliardi, while showcasing the broader role community banks can play in supporting small businesses and neighborhood growth.
The segment followed Paul’s journey as owner of Flair Beverages and highlighted how relationship-based banking and long-term community investment can help entrepreneurs grow not only their businesses, but their impact within the neighborhoods they serve.
Featured alongside Monica Morales was Nanette Urena, VP, Retail Banking Officer at Ponce Bank, who discussed the importance of understanding local businesses, building trust with clients, and supporting economic development at the community level.
As highlighted in the segment, Paul’s growth as a business owner helped create opportunities that extended beyond Flair Beverages itself. Through his investment in commercial spaces and local business activity, additional businesses have been able to establish themselves in Inwood, contributing to a thriving and interconnected small business ecosystem.
For Ponce Bank, stories like this reflect what community banking is all about.
Since 1960, we’ve worked alongside small businesses, nonprofits, and families across New York and New Jersey by providing banking relationships grounded in accessibility, trust, and long-term partnership. Supporting businesses like Flair Beverages is part of a larger commitment to helping communities grow from within.
When local businesses succeed, neighborhoods benefit through job creation, commercial activity, and stronger local economies. That community impact is what makes relationship banking matter.
We’re proud to support entrepreneurs like Paul Gagliardi and grateful to PIX11 and Monica Makes It Happen for highlighting the people, businesses, and partnerships helping Inwood continue to thrive.
Watch the full segment here: