Carlos Iafigliola, Interim President of Amerant Bank, is featured on the cover of the latest edition of Negocios Magazine, highlighting the institution's strategic vision for sustainable growth. With a history spanning over 40 years and nearly $10 billion in assets, Amerant Bank has established itself as the largest community bank headquartered in Florida. The bank's presence in South Florida and Tampa, supported by a branch network, underscores its close ties to personal and commercial clients, built on the principle that banking is a relationship-driven business founded on trust.
Amerant Bank reflects the diversity of South Florida, housing domestic and international business lines under one roof. Initially influenced by international banking, the bank's business culture has evolved to serve the specific needs of the local market. Its corporate culture is defined by a philosophy of listening first, understanding each client's unique realities, and offering pragmatic solutions. Under Iafigliola's leadership, the strategic plan focuses on stabilization, optimization, and growth, strengthening asset quality, risk management discipline, and operational consistency as the bedrock of sustainable expansion.
“At Amerant, we like to say that we reflect the culture and community of South Florida—a place where the needs of international and domestic banking intersect. It is an integral part of our identity. Amerant was built on serving entrepreneurs, families, and communities that value relationships and long-term collaboration. That heritage provides us with a deep understanding of the markets we serve and continues to shape our growth,” stated Iafigliola in an interview with Negocios Magazine. The full interview can be read at Negocios Magazine.
Negocios Magazine, founded in 2013 by journalist Eduardo Hapke and attorney Karen Blanco, is South Florida's only Spanish-language business magazine focused on entrepreneurs, published in print and digital formats every two months. The magazine also offers daily news updates on its website, www.negociosmagazine.com, and distributes content across social media platforms. Additionally, it is available on PressReader and Issuu.com, reaching a global audience through hotels, corporations, airlines, and cruise lines.
Negocios Magazine is part of the Acta Diurna Urbis Group Corp. media group in Miami, Florida, which also publishes Ejecutiva, Welcome a América, Salud & Buen Vivir Florida, Hispanic Time, and Hispanic Time: Electric Cars Plus. This coverage of Amerant Bank's strategic direction underscores the importance of community banking in Florida's economic landscape and the role of leadership in navigating growth.
