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When Florian Furxhiu opened Mediterrano By Santorini in Cape May this Spring, he wasn't simply opening another restaurant – he was again bringing to life a vision inspired by his childhood along the Albanian coast.

Born in Albania and arriving in the United States at age 14, Furxhiu grew up remembering the vibrant seaside restaurants of Europe, where exceptional food was only part of the experience.

“I always loved the way those restaurants made people feel the moment they walked through the door,” he says. “It wasn't just about eating dinner. It was about creating an experience.”

That philosophy has become the foundation of his growing restaurant group, which now includes Mediterrano By Santorini, Santorini, Venezia and La Cantina, with the latter three being in Wildwood. Each restaurant offers its own distinct concept while sharing the same commitment to thoughtful design, welcoming hospitality and memorable dining experiences.

A vision backed by trusted relationships

As Furxhiu expanded his business, he relied on relationships just as much as recipes.

His longtime commercial mortgage broker, Irini Lulu, introduced him to Jennifer Gardella, Vice President of Commercial Lending at Hyperion Bank. After successfully working together on previous projects, Furxhiu chose to continue that partnership when financing Mediterrano By Santorini.

“When Jennifer joined Hyperion, there was never a question,” Furxhiu says, who had worked with her at a previous bank. “We trusted her experience, and we wanted to continue working with her.”

For Furxhiu, responsiveness is every bit as important as competitive financing.

“When I'm running multiple businesses, I need answers quickly,” he says. “Jennifer, Irini and the entire Hyperion team are incredibly responsive. If I call or text, I hear back quickly. That level of communication is invaluable.”

Gardella says watching Florian continue to grow has been especially rewarding.

“Florian has a clear vision for every restaurant he creates,” she says. “It's exciting to support entrepreneurs who combine creativity, hard work and exceptional execution. We're proud to be part of his continued growth.”

Building destinations, not just restaurants

Since opening his first full-service restaurant just a few years ago, Furxhiu has built a portfolio of successful dining destinations across the Jersey Shore.

His newest concept, Mediterrano By Santorini, combines Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with elegant coastal design, creating an atmosphere that encourages guests to slow down and enjoy the entire experience.

Among his favorite menu recommendations are the slow-braised lamb shank, seafood pappardelle-inspired Pescatore made with shorter Paccheri pasta, and a signature chicken parmesan served with pink vodka sauce instead of traditional marinara.

While every concept has its own personality – from Greek-inspired Santorini to Italian favorite Venezia and the vibrant Mexican atmosphere of La Cantina – they all share the same goal.

“We put our hearts into every detail,” Furxhiu says. “I want people to walk in and immediately feel like they're somewhere special.”

Hyperion Bank is proud to support entrepreneurs like Florian Furxhiu whose passion, craftsmanship and commitment to exceptional customer experiences continue to strengthen the communities they serve.

Learn more and follow Florian's restaurants:

• Visit Mediterrano By Santorini and follow on Instagram and Facebook.
• Also check out Santorini, Venezia & La Cantina.

We're pleased to share an exciting milestone: Hyperion has successfully completed an oversubscribed $14.7 million capital raise that will support our continued growth in Philadelphia and Atlanta.

Unlike many bank capital raises today, this investment isn’t funding an acquisition or addressing financial challenges. It’s about building on the momentum we've created together (thank you!) and ensuring we can continue meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of the businesses, families and communities we proudly serve.

“This capital enables us to continue saying 'yes' to the opportunities we see every day,” says Charlie Crawford, our Chairman & CEO. “We're growing because our customers continue to place their trust in us, and this investment ensures we can keep supporting that growth while maintaining the disciplined approach that’s helped defined Hyperion.”

As we prepare to celebrate our 20th anniversary later this year, we're grateful for the confidence shown by our investors – and especially for the trust our customers, team members and business partners place in us every day. Your support is the foundation of our growth, and we're excited for what’s ahead – with you.

Read the full announcement and media coverage to learn more.

On the grow - New team member

Please help us welcome Nathan Trott, a Credit Analyst based in Hyperion Bank's historic Philadelphia headquarters.

Nathan recently graduated from Temple University with a Finance degree and joined Hyperion after discovering his passion for banking during his final semester. Drawing on customer-facing experience in aviation and hospitality, he brings a relationship-first approach to serving customers and supporting the bank’s lending team.

“Nathan brings curiosity, professionalism and a genuine desire to learn," says Cara Rossi, Credit Analyst. “His strong communication skills and customer-focused mindset make him a great addition to Hyperion as we continue serving businesses throughout our communities.”

Welcome to Hyperion, Nathan!

Grow your business with SBA loan

On the front lines with your small business: We can quickly help you determine if you are eligible for an SBA Loan and guide you through the process: Contact the Hyperion banker you are already working with to learn more.

Hyperion proudly partners with the U.S. Small Business Administration to help small business owners obtain financing to start or expand a business. An SBA Loan can help cover startup costs, working capital, expansions, real estate purchases & more.

This recent article by Hyperion’s Jennifer Gardella can help you understand how an SBA Loan can expand opportunities.

Putting in extra work on loan requests

We believe that understanding the people & story behind every loan request is just as important as the numbers themselves. That's why we take the time to listen, ask questions & evaluate opportunities thoughtfully.

In this article, Hyperion’s Brian McNulty explores why “relationship banking” still matters – and how community banks can help businesses navigate opportunities that don't always fit a standard lending template.

Let us know what lending and other banking questions you may have.

July Fourth family tradition

On July 4 Hyperion’s Charlie Crawford ran his 35th AJC Peachtree Road Race. Charlie’s wife Ansley ran the Peachtree with her father, Ken, who laced up for the race for his 47^th time! Ansley and Charlie’s daughter Kay also ran the race, less than four months after giving her parent’s their first grandchild.

Kay, Ansley & Charlie are pictured.

The Atlanta Track Club - which puts on the race and of which Charlie Crawford is the former Board Chair - celebrated its 62nd anniversary.

National Financial Freedom Day may be behind us (July 1), but the conversation is always timely. Financial freedom looks different for everyone: Expanding a business. Planning a legacy. Purchasing a second home. Enjoying retirement.

Whatever your vision, we’re here to help you move forward with purpose, including helping connect you with other pros who can help where we can’t (and they’re probably Hyperion customers too!).

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