Paragon National Bank
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2007)
Reporting Period: 2007
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Community Involvement
- Employee Well-being
- Diversity and Inclusion
Social Achievements
- Named “Best Places to Work” for the second consecutive year.
- Granted its third wish through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
- Partnered with The Food Bank for a high school student food drive.
- Supported the March of Dimes.
- Participated in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.
- Supported the National Civil Rights Museum’s Freedom Awards.
- Supported the United Methodist Neighborhood Center’s Love and Mercy Dinner.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Slowdown in residential real estate leading to a credit crunch and elevated risk within the loan portfolio.
Mitigation Strategies
- Made an additional loan loss provision of $500,000.
- Continued monitoring of the loan portfolio for further deterioration in real estate conditions.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Awards & Recognition
- Memphis Business Journal’s 2007 Best Places to Work competition (medium-sized company category)