Financial Services Champion

James W. Peterson, Jr. of M&T Bank

Dedicated to engaging, educating and empowering entrepreneurs in underserved communities, Jim draws from over 30 years of experience as owner of an industrial flooring company to guide and encourage his clients.

Jim brings the same passion and commitment to interactions with a “mom and pop” shop as he does when working with a Fortune 500 company. He is committed to helping others achieve their dreams, by first educating them on financial practices and methodology that create a solid foundation for any business regardless of industry.


Jim is a founding board member of the Baltimore Economic Leadership League, is an Entrepreneur in Residence at Bowie State University, serves on the boards of Innovation Works and the Empowerment Academy Charter School and participates with Junior Achievement.



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