Meet DNA Vibe: FirstBank Business Customer and Coolest Thing Made People’s Choice Award Winner Colorado is home to an astounding amount of locally owned businesses and manufacturers making a difference across the nation. Whether it’s designing and developing wearable technology or inventing groundbreaking products, The Coolest Thing Made contest sheds light on some of the state’s greatest innovations. We chatted with founder and owner of DNA Vibe, Perry Kamel,… Read More
5 Ways Your Business Can Help Reduce Carbon Emissions Given the impact of climate change, businesses should consider strategies to reduce their environmental footprint. This not only contributes to a healthier planet but aligns with the increasing number of consumers who prefer products from environmentally responsible companies. Moreover, sustainable practices have tangible positive effects on a business’s bottom line, such as improved productivity and… Read More
From Cash Flow to Culinary Success: Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar Well-known Colorado staple Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar recently moved their business banking relationship to FirstBank. Since their founding, they’ve expanded to four locations across Denver Metro and Boulder, offering a fusion between Japanese and Hawaiian cuisine. And, they launched Motomaki, a fast-casual sushi burrito and bowl restaurant with three locations in Colorado. We… Read More
How Morrison Backflow Testing Keeps Business Flowing FirstBank’s recurring Business Banking Spotlight champions local businesses. Learn about each unique company and hear from business leaders as they discuss ways to overcome adversity and find success. Today, we’re highlighting Arvada-based, Morrison Backflow Testing. Briefly describe your business. Morrison Backflow Testing tests and repairs backflow prevention assemblies. These are plumbing devices that prevent… Read More
Find Out How Your Product Can Be Named Colorado’s Coolest Thing Made FirstBank has always been a passionate supporter and promoter of local businesses. This is why we’re especially excited to partner with The Colorado Chamber of Commerce (CCOC) on their Coolest Thing Made contest, which celebrates the state’s manufacturing industry. Fun fact: Over 4,900 manufacturing firms contribute more than $28 billion to Colorado’s economy, accounting for 6.58% of… Read More
6 Common Business Entities and What You need to Start Your Banking Relationship A business entity outlines the ownership structure of a business, and it’s a key consideration when starting your new venture. Choosing the right one for you is a matter of research, and with the ever-evolving guidance on what’s needed to open a business account, we’ve outlined some of the most common account entity types and… Read More
5 Loans That Mean Business These five loans could help you build or grow your business It’s fair to say many business owners would prefer to fund their business themselves, and use their own cash to grow, especially in a rising rate environment. However, sometimes businesses need access to money they don’t currently have in order to expand or manage… Read More
Four Unexpected Ways Businesses Can Attract Talent and Increase Productivity If you’re an employer, how do you attract talented job seekers–let alone encourage the employees you have to stay, especially among the “Great Resignation”? While many companies think this is only achieved by offering high salaries, endless PTO and senior job titles (and yes, that may work), it’s not always the case. Here are four… Read More
Five Common Digital Marketing Pitfalls You Should Avoid These days, business happens in a flash. For example, 60% of mobile users wait a maximum of 3 seconds for a page to load before taking their business elsewhere. With the digital space becoming increasingly important for future success, small mistakes anywhere in the engagement process can quickly turn a potential lead into a dead… Read More
Helpful Resources to Start a Business as a Veteran According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are more than 2.5 million veteran-owned businesses in the United States, helping to employ over 5.8 million employees and generate $1.2 trillion in sales. While integral to the economy, veteran-owned businesses face the same challenges as other entrepreneurs and small business owners. Fortunately, there are ample financial resources… Read More