Women’s History Month Spotlight: Kate Liosis March 3, 2023 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 Kate Liosis, Senior Director of Apps Development Hometown: Arvada, CO Years at FirstBank: 20 this November Other positions held with organizations/boards: In three to four sentences,… Read More
Find Out How You Can Win FirstBank’s 60th Anniversary Trivia February 22, 2023 Join us in celebrating 60 years of “banking for good” with some FirstBank-themed trivia! 🧡 We will post trivia questions on our Facebook page and blog once a day, and winners will be chosen at random from the pool of correct answers submitted through the entry form on the blog. Winners will receive a $60… Read More
60 Things You May Not Know About FirstBank February 21, 2023 To celebrate over 60 years of ‘banking for good,’ we put together a list of 60 facts you don’t know about one of the nation’s largest privately held banks: History 1. First customers. We opened 270 customer accounts on our first day of business in 1963. 2. First Westland National Bank. FirstBank was actually First Westland National Bank… Read More
6 Ways to Fight Inflation and Rising Costs with A Look Back At the 1960s February 18, 2023 As FirstBank celebrates 60 years of “banking for good,” we’re looking back at our inception date, 1963. In the same year, Martin Luther King Jr. gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, and President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. While the culture has changed drastically, rising costs and inflation have made 1963 feel worlds… Read More
Love Don’t Cost a Thing: Plan a Romantic Valentine’s Day Without Breaking the Bank February 14, 2023 Americans spend an estimated 117.4 billion dollars per year on dating, but that number is coming down as high inflation takes its toll on love. With the cost of food, cocktails, gas, and personal care services skyrocketing, around 40% of people on dating apps are changing their dating habits or pressing pause on their search… Read More
60 Random Acts of Goodness to Consider February 14, 2023 “Banking for good” is about inspiring goodwill and encouraging others to do something unexpectedly kind for others. Are you looking for inspiration on how to do “good” in your community? You’re in luck. As part of our 60th Anniversary, we’ve compiled a list of 60 random acts of goodness – one for each year we’ve… Read More
6 Common Business Entities and What You need to Start Your Banking Relationship February 13, 2023 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
FirstBank Gives Back to a Valley Suns Fan February 9, 2023 We love spreading goodness at FirstBank. That’s why we’ve set out to surprise customers and community members with our “Acts of Goodness” initiative. This time, we’re giving back to a local Suns fan who’s spent the last several years caring for his ailing mother. Meet Josh Hinds Josh is a FirstBank customer and lifelong Phoenix… Read More
Black History Month Spotlight: Lolita Dukundane February 2, 2023 FirstBank believes there’s unity in diversity. In February, we observe Black History Month by recognizing and celebrating some of FirstBank’s strongest Black and African-American leaders. Today, we’re featuring South Jefferson Banking Officer Lolita Dukundane… Read More
Phoenix House Fire Victims Get a Special Surprise From FirstBank February 2, 2023 Sometimes life catches you off guard, but what you do when faced with tragedy matters. We’ve set out to surprise our “Good Customers” who have fallen on hard times and need an “Act of Goodness.” When a tragic house fire disrupted the Smith family’s life, we immediately stepped in to help. Meet the Smith Family:… Read More