5 Ways Your Business Can Help Reduce Carbon Emissions September 12, 2023 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
Vote for FirstBank for Best of Desert September 11, 2023 We’re honored to be named a Best Bank, Best Mortgage Lender, and Best Place To Work finalist in the Desert Sun’s Best of Desert Awards 2023! These awards celebrate outstanding businesses in the Coachella Valley, as voted on by you. Be sure to visit desertsun.com/contests between Sept. 8 and Sept. 22. to cast your votes… Read More
From Cash Flow to Culinary Success: Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar September 6, 2023 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
FirstBank Fiestas: Join FirstBank in Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month September 5, 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the vibrant cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. To celebrate, we’re hosting free bilingual events. Stop by one of the following locations where you can enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, complimentary food from local restaurants*, and enter a drawing to win fun prizes. During… Read More
Enter to Win: Zac Brown Band at Fiddler’s Green Ticket Giveaway September 5, 2023 Enter to win tickets to see Zac Brown Band, a Grammy award-winning American country music band, on Thursday, October 12th and Friday, October 13th, 2023, at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre. Complete and submit the entry form below for a chance to win tickets. Eight winners will be selected to win two tickets each. The drawing will… Read More
Phoenix Mercury Forward Brianna Turner Helps FirstBank Reward Selfless Customer September 4, 2023 Not only do we strive to do good, but we also love rewarding customers who do good in their community. That’s what “banking for good” is all about, and it’s why we were thrilled to recognize a longtime customer, Derek Dare, for his efforts to help the homeless community. Derek’s work with local nonprofit Andre… Read More
10 Mobile App Features to Help Make Life Easier September 1, 2023 September 15th marks the 10th anniversary of FirstBank’s mobile app! The year was 2013, and popular apps like Snapchat, Vine, and Candy Crush were taking over the world. As the banking realm followed suit, FirstBank joined the arena by launching the FirstBank Mobile App. Today, the app offers more than just insight to account balances, products,… Read More
Check Fraud is on the Rise: 3 Ways to Protect Your Money August 31, 2023 The rise of digital banking has lessened check usage, but they are still relied upon by many. Unfortunately for check users, recent reports show that check fraud is escalating dramatically thanks to mail theft. In fact, it nearly doubled from 350,000 reports in 2021 to 680,000 in 2022, according to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.… Read More
How Morrison Backflow Testing Keeps Business Flowing August 25, 2023 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
Five Budget Friendly Travel Secrets We Learned from Gen-Z August 24, 2023 Gen Zers — the generation born between 1997 and 2012 — are reshaping the travel industry by finding creative ways to travel on a budget. In fact, 61% of Gen Zers who took three or more vacations in the past year come from households earning less than $50,000 annually. So how can you travel cheaply?… Read More