For A Bright Future Foundation, the Fintech Innovation Lab Program Committee is strengthening with two renowned industry experts
Top bank managers Benson Porter and Howard Levine to become a member of the foundation’s advisory board
MIAMI, 23 May 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Louis Hernandez Jr For a Bright Future Foundation (“For A Bright Future,” “FABF”), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of underrepresented and underprivileged children through education, health care, the arts and youth leadership development, has announced the hiring of Benson Porter and Howard Levine as board members of the Fintech Innovation Lab Committee.
For A Bright Future’s Fintech Innovation Lab program is at the forefront of providing high school students with access to advanced technology in the banking industry. To further strengthen the committee’s endeavours, For A Bright Future has recently welcomed two distinguished individuals – Benson Porterformer president and CEO of BECU Credit Union, and Howard Levine, Senior Executive Vice President for Consumer Banking at Amerant Bank. Porter and Levine’s extensive experience and leadership in the field will undoubtedly strengthen the committee’s efforts.
“We are honored to welcome Benson Porter and Howard Levine to the Fintech Innovation Lab Committee,” said Louis Hernandez Jr., Founder and Chairman, For A Bright Future Foundation. “Their leadership, expertise and dedication to advancing education and opportunity for underrepresented children will be invaluable in furthering our mission and providing an exceptional learning experience for students.”
Benson Porter brings over three decades of financial services and credit union expertise. Under his leadership as president and CEO of BECU, he successfully steered the credit union toward becoming one of the largest in the country. Benson’s extensive experience and leadership will be invaluable in advancing the Fintech Innovation Lab. In addition, he will be chairman of the program committee Sarina Tamagnawho has over 30 years of experience in supporting financial institutions’ strategic and technological goals.
“I have always admired Louis’ commitment to giving back to the community. His dedication to changing lives through education and the work he and his team have put into For A Bright Future have been an inspiration. It is an honor to be able to utilize my expertise in supporting a cause close to my heart through the For A Bright Futures Fintech Innovation Committee,” said Benson Porterco-chair of the Fintech Innovation Lab Committee, For A Bright Future Foundation.
Howard Levine brings over 25 years of banking experience, including serving as Head of Consumer Banking at Amerant Bank. His expertise in real estate finance and banking will help shape the Fintech Innovation Lab program and provide an exceptional learning experience for students.
“For A Bright Future’s history and growth has been inspiring to witness. I am delighted to be a part of this journey as a member of the Fintech Innovation Committee. I look forward to helping in any way I can to strengthen the program and ensure that students are able to have impactful and meaningful learning experiences,” said Howard LevineMember of the Fintech Innovation Lab Committee, For A Bright Future Foundation.
The Fintech Innovation Lab is the product of a joint effort between For A Bright Future, several American high schools and partners from the banking industry. It has the main vision of being able to provide a unique learning experience for students through access to advanced technologies in the banking industry. Benson Porter and Howard Levine’s the addition of the Fintech Innovation Lab Committee will bring new perspectives and ideas to help advance the program and provide even greater opportunities for underrepresented students.
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Louis Hernandez Jr The basis for a bright future is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of underrepresented and underprivileged children through education, health care, the arts and youth leadership development. Our initiatives provide equal opportunities for all children to have the tools and opportunities to fulfill their life goals and become constructive members of our global community.
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