BayFirst Financial Corp. operates as the bank holding company for First Home Bank that provides commercial and consumer banking services for businesses and individuals. The company offers checking and savings accounts; and certificates of deposit. It also provides home loans, including residential mortgages, home equity loans, and home equity lines of credit; and business lending services comprising minority lending programs, PPP loan forgiveness services, SBA loans, and commercial lending services. In addition, the company offers treasury management, merchant, online, and investment services; and credit cards. As of April 29, 2021, it operated six full-service office locations and 29 mortgage loan production offices. The company was formerly known as First Home Bancorp, Inc. and changed its name to BayFirst Financial Corp. in May 2021. BayFirst Financial Corp. was founded in 1999 and is based in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank ("Bank") today announced that as part of a comprehensive strategic review aimed at positioning the Company for long-term growth and enhanced shareholder value, the Bank has discontinued its Bolt loan program, effective immediately. The Bolt loan program was an SBA 7(a) loan designed to provide small balance loans to small businesses, typically used for working capital. The Company continues to explore a range of opportunities intended to increase emphasis on the Bank's community banking activities in its Florida markets. The Comp
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported a net loss of $1.2 million, or $(0.39) per common share and diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2025, compared to a net loss of $0.3 million, or $(0.17) per common share and diluted common share, in the first quarter of 2025. "As we announced last quarter, Management and the Board initiated a comprehensive strategic review aimed at derisking unguaranteed SBA 7(a) balances on the balance sheet and positioning the company for long-term growth and enhanced shareholder value," stated T
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its second quarter results after the market close on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Management will host a conference call on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 29222. A replay of the
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported a net loss of $0.3 million, or $0.17 per common share and diluted common share, for the first quarter of 2025, a decrease of 103.4% compared to $9.8 million, or $2.27 per common share or $2.11 per diluted common share, in the fourth quarter of 2024. "While we were encouraged by net interest margin expansion and steady operating expenses during the quarter, our operating results were impacted by deteriorating economic conditions, resulting in net charge-offs and provision expense continuing to be
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its first quarter results after the market close on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Management will host a conference call on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 90275. A replay of t
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported net income of $9.8 million, or $2.27 per common share, or $2.11 per diluted common share, for the fourth quarter of 2024, an increase of 759.8% compared to $1.1 million, or $0.18 per common share and diluted common share, in the third quarter of 2024. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $12.6 million, or $2.68 per common share, or $2.62 per diluted common share, compared to $5.7 million, or $1.16 per common share, or $1.12 per diluted common share for the year ended December 31, 202
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Dec. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its fourth quarter results after the market close on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Management will host a conference call on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 71006. A replay of
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported net income of $1.1 million, or $0.18 per diluted common share, for the third quarter of 2024, an increase of 31.3% compared to $0.9 million, or $0.12 per diluted common share, in the second quarter of 2024. "The highlight of the third quarter of 2024 was the 31% increase in net income compared to the preceding quarter, led by increases in net interest income and higher gain on sale of government guaranteed loans," stated Thomas G. Zernick, Chief Executive Officer. "Our Government Guaranteed Lendin
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its third quarter results after the market close on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Management will host a conference call on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 30458. A replay of
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported net income of $0.9 million, or $0.12 per diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of 5.1% compared to $0.8 million, or $0.11 per diluted common share, in the first quarter of 2024. Net income increased due to higher net interest income and lower provision for credit losses and compensation expense, partially offset by lower gain on sale of government guaranteed loans resulting from a decrease in balance of loans sold. "We are pleased with the improvement in credit admini
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that its Board of Directors appointed Thomas Zernick as chief executive officer and named Robin Oliver president and chief operating officer, effective January 1, 2024. As previously announced, retiring Chief Executive Officer Anthony N. Leo will remain a director of the Company and will also serve as a part-time consultant for strategic matters. Zernick was made a director of the Company and joined the Board in February 2023 when he was appointed successor chief executive officer. He has serve
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN), announced today the appointment of Scott J. McKim as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of BayFirst Financial Corp. and its wholly owned subsidiary, St. Petersburg, Fla.-based BayFirst National Bank. A 25-year industry veteran and Lithia, Fla. resident, Mr. McKim joins BayFirst from 121 Financial Credit Union in Jacksonville, Fla., where he served as chief strategy officer since June 2022. He previously held the roles of CFO and chief lending officer of Publix Employees Federal Credit Union in Lakeland, Fla. and chief lending officer for American Heritage Federal Credi
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:BAFN) announced today that Anthony N. Leo will retire as Chief Executive Officer at the end of 2023. Leo will remain a Director of the Company and will also serve as Special Counsel for strategic matters. The Board of Directors has appointed Thomas G. Zernick to succeed Leo as Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2024. He was also appointed to serve as a Director of the Company, and is joining the Company's Board effective immediately. Zernick has served as President of the Company since February 2022, and previously served as President of its CreditBench Division, which provides gover
First Pulitzer-Prize Winning Asian-American Reporter andCo-Founder of Tech Investment Firm Adds Strength in Technology ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of First Home Bank ("First Home" or the "Bank") today announced that Sheryl WuDunn has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. A former Goldman Sachs vice president, Ms. WuDunn currently serves as co-founder at FullSky Partners, a consulting firm focusing on double-bottom line ventures, where she specializes in advising socially-driven growth companies in the technology and healthcare industries. She is also
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank ("Bank") today announced that as part of a comprehensive strategic review aimed at positioning the Company for long-term growth and enhanced shareholder value, the Bank has discontinued its Bolt loan program, effective immediately. The Bolt loan program was an SBA 7(a) loan designed to provide small balance loans to small businesses, typically used for working capital. The Company continues to explore a range of opportunities intended to increase emphasis on the Bank's community banking activities in its Florida markets. The Comp
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported a net loss of $1.2 million, or $(0.39) per common share and diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2025, compared to a net loss of $0.3 million, or $(0.17) per common share and diluted common share, in the first quarter of 2025. "As we announced last quarter, Management and the Board initiated a comprehensive strategic review aimed at derisking unguaranteed SBA 7(a) balances on the balance sheet and positioning the company for long-term growth and enhanced shareholder value," stated T
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its second quarter results after the market close on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Management will host a conference call on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 29222. A replay of the
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported a net loss of $0.3 million, or $0.17 per common share and diluted common share, for the first quarter of 2025, a decrease of 103.4% compared to $9.8 million, or $2.27 per common share or $2.11 per diluted common share, in the fourth quarter of 2024. "While we were encouraged by net interest margin expansion and steady operating expenses during the quarter, our operating results were impacted by deteriorating economic conditions, resulting in net charge-offs and provision expense continuing to be
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its first quarter results after the market close on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Management will host a conference call on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 90275. A replay of t
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported net income of $9.8 million, or $2.27 per common share, or $2.11 per diluted common share, for the fourth quarter of 2024, an increase of 759.8% compared to $1.1 million, or $0.18 per common share and diluted common share, in the third quarter of 2024. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $12.6 million, or $2.68 per common share, or $2.62 per diluted common share, compared to $5.7 million, or $1.16 per common share, or $1.12 per diluted common share for the year ended December 31, 202
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Dec. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its fourth quarter results after the market close on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Management will host a conference call on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 71006. A replay of
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported net income of $1.1 million, or $0.18 per diluted common share, for the third quarter of 2024, an increase of 31.3% compared to $0.9 million, or $0.12 per diluted common share, in the second quarter of 2024. "The highlight of the third quarter of 2024 was the 31% increase in net income compared to the preceding quarter, led by increases in net interest income and higher gain on sale of government guaranteed loans," stated Thomas G. Zernick, Chief Executive Officer. "Our Government Guaranteed Lendin
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today announced that it will report its third quarter results after the market close on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Management will host a conference call on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The call will also be broadcast live via the internet. Interested investors may listen to the call live under the Investor Relations tab at www.bayfirstfinancial.com. Investment professionals are invited to dial (800) 549-8228 to participate in the call using Conference ID 30458. A replay of
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BayFirst Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:BAFN) ("BayFirst" or the "Company"), parent company of BayFirst National Bank (the "Bank") today reported net income of $0.9 million, or $0.12 per diluted common share, for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of 5.1% compared to $0.8 million, or $0.11 per diluted common share, in the first quarter of 2024. Net income increased due to higher net interest income and lower provision for credit losses and compensation expense, partially offset by lower gain on sale of government guaranteed loans resulting from a decrease in balance of loans sold. "We are pleased with the improvement in credit admini