Gen Zers and Millennials are making their financial well-being a priority after a year of high inflation and fluctuating interest rates. A recent survey by Fidelity revealed 75% of Gen Zers and Millennials included financial goals in their New Year’s resolutions vs. 53% of Baby Boomers.  Here are three key financial trends Gen Z and… Read More


FirstBank believes in ensuring diversity is represented at each level of the organization. In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s women in leadership. Today we’re featuring Jamie Block, IT Director, Infrastructure. Hometown: Metamora, Illinois Years at FirstBank: 5 years In three to four sentences, describe your experience in… Read More


FirstBank believes in ensuring diversity is represented at each level of the organization. In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s women in leadership. Today we’re featuring Patricia Johnston, Senior Vice President of Loan Servicing. Hometown: Dixon, California Years at FirstBank: 11 years Other positions held with organizations/boards: In… Read More


FirstBank believes in ensuring diversity is represented at each level of the organization. In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s women in leadership. Today we’re featuring Jessica Anson, IT Director, Apps Development.       Hometown: Littleton, CO Years at FirstBank: 24 years Other positions held with organizations/boards: I served as… Read More


In partnership with the Phoenix Suns, FirstBank is hosting the return of the Small Business Empowerment Awards. This season-long program is designed to strengthen marginalized communities and minority-owned businesses across the Valley, through financial and promotional support. Check out the winners below: Small Business Empowerment Award Winners “Los Suns Small Business MVP” Winner- Notambox Notambox… Read More


FirstBank believes there’s unity in diversity. In February, we observe Black History Month by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s Black and African American employees. Today we’re featuring East Market Admin. Rep., Tracy Arthur Hometown: Brooklyn, NY Years at FirstBank: 4 years In 3 to 4 sentences, describe your experience in getting to where you… Read More


FirstBank believes there’s unity in diversity. In February, we observe Black History Month by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s Black and African American employees. Today we’re featuring Boulder County Retail Manager, Erinn Darby Hometown: Denver,Colorado Years at FirstBank: 23 years Other positions held with organizations/boards: In 3 to 4 sentences, describe your experience in… Read More


CV Giving Day 2024 was Tuesday, March 5, and we’re happy to report another successful day of giving! Over 2,000 donations totaling more than $860,000 benefited over 160 nonprofit organizations. How Can You Help? Go to cvgivingday.org to search hundreds of nonprofits and donate – as little as $10 – directly to causes that matter to you.… Read More


We all know the excitement when you discover forgotten money in an old pair of jeans or jacket pocket. Similar to forgotten money, about one in seven people in the United States have unclaimed property. This refers to any money, assets or property that have not yet been claimed by their rightful owner. Every state… Read More


A recent American Bankers Association (ABA) survey found mobile banking was the preferred banking method in 2023 according to 60 percent of Millennials, 57 percent of Gen Z and 52 percent of Gen X individuals. With mobile banking’s growing popularity across multiple generations, monitoring your accounts with alerts can help you master your finances. Here… Read More