Banesco USA CEO Featured on Negocios Magazine Cover Highlighting Bank's Growth and Community Impact
August 20th, 2025 3:46 PM
By: Newsworthy Staff
Calixto 'Cali' Garcia-Velez's feature on Negocios Magazine underscores Banesco USA's significant expansion to $5 billion in assets and its pivotal role in financing commercial projects that boost South Florida's economy through job creation and innovative banking solutions.

Calixto 'Cali' Garcia-Velez, President and CEO of Banesco USA, is featured on the cover of Negocios Magazine, highlighting his leadership since 2021 during which the bank has doubled in size. With over three decades of banking experience, Garcia-Velez has steered the institution to more than $5 billion in assets, operating six offices in South Florida and Puerto Rico, plus a loan and deposit production office in Palm Beach. This growth matters as it reflects the bank's robust role in the regional financial landscape, providing essential services to businesses and communities.
Banesco USA distinguishes itself by offering personalized solutions beyond traditional banking, including business lines of credit, commercial mortgages, corporate accounts, and advanced digital tools. Its client portfolio comprises real estate developers, professionals, investors, and established businesses, emphasizing its importance in facilitating financing for commercial projects. This support generates employment and boosts the local economy, making the bank a key player in regional development. The bank's commitment to innovation is evident through comprehensive digital banking, mobile access, electronic payment platforms, and personalized assistance, catering to a diverse audience and ensuring access to expert financial advice.
Garcia-Velez emphasized Banesco USA's focus on strengthening its presence as a leading community bank in South Florida, with plans for geographic expansion to the north and other parts of the state. This strategic growth, achieved through close customer relationships, branch openings, and technology investment, underscores the bank's long-term impact on financial accessibility and economic vitality. Negocios Magazine, the only Spanish-language business magazine in South Florida focused on entrepreneurs, published this feature, which can be read at https://www.negociosmagazine.com/banesco-usa-un-pilar-financiero-local-al-servicio-de-empresas-y-comunidades/. The magazine, part of the Acta Diurna Urbis Group Corp., is distributed both in print and digitally, including through platforms like PressReader and issuu.com, enhancing its reach and relevance in the business community.
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