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Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us! 🧡 Today, we're spotlighting Ruby Wong, Mortgage Loan Originator in Lakewood, who’s been part of the FirstBank family for 19 years. Ruby shares her journey from Hong Kong to Colorado, her experience helping bridge cultural gaps in banking, and her powerful advice for future leaders. Get inspired by Ruby’s story and join us in celebrating AAPI Heritage Month! #AAPIHeritageMonth #BankingForGood

On April 30, we wore blue across our branches to show support for Autism Awareness Month, a #ThrowbackThursday moment we're proud to share. 💙 Every April, we take time to raise awareness, share stories, and promote inclusion for the autism community. Blue, symbolizing calm and acceptance, represents our solidarity and support for neurodiversity. It's one of the many ways we put “banking for good” into action by showing up for the communities we’re part of every day. #TBT #AutismAwarenessMonth #BankingForGood

We’re thrilled to see Kristen Bernhardt, our Northwest Market President, recognized as a WOW Woman of Arvada by the Greater Arvada Chamber Of Commerce. Kristen’s dedication to leadership, community service, and financial empowerment makes her a standout—not just within our organization, but across the Arvada community. Congratulations, Kristen! 👏 #WOWWomen #BankingForGood

We're proud to recognize Jennifer Luce for her outstanding leadership and recent appointment as Chairwoman-Elect of the Colorado Bankers Association Board of Directors. Jennifer is an Executive Vice President with over 20 years of experience at FirstBank. She currently helps lead the South Denver Metro Market, overseeing nine branches and nearly 100 employees. 📍 Last week, Jennifer joined an inspiring panel at the Colorado Bankers Association Women in Banking Conference, titled Breaking Barriers: Women Leading in the Boardroom. Alongside other trailblazers, she shared insights on leadership, mentorship, and paving the way for the next generation of women in finance. From founding FirstBank's internal advocacy program to mentoring hundreds of emerging banking officers, Jennifer continues to elevate the industry through service, innovation, and impact. 👏 Congratulations, Jennifer, on this well-deserved recognition! #WomenInBanking #ColoradoBankersAssociation #BankingForGood

👋 As baby boomers retire, a new wave of leaders is stepping up. The “Silver Wave” is here, opening the door to once-in-a-generation opportunities. With thousands of businesses set to change hands, now’s the time to think big: buy an existing company, step into leadership, or start fresh with a strong foundation. Our latest blog breaks it down and shows how we can confidently help you make the next move. #SilverWave #NextGenLeaders #BankingForGood

Join us in celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 🧡 We’re proud to spotlight Sean Choi, Senior Vice President of Human Resources, who’s been part of the FirstBank family for 14 years. Sean shares his career journey—from intern to SVP—along with how his upbringing, community involvement, and our “banking for good” values have helped shape his leadership style. Read Sean’s Q&A and be inspired by his journey of dedication and hard work. #AAPIHeritageMonth #BankingForGood

Denied a business loan? You’re not alone, nearly 1 in 5 small business loan applications are denied. Here’s what you should do next: ✅ Understand why you were denied ✅ Explore new lending options (like SBA loans) ✅ Reapply with a stronger application Let’s turn a setback into a setup for success. 📖 Read our blog to learn more! #SmallBusinessTips #BusinessLoans #BankingForGood

Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us! 🧡 At FirstBank, we take pride in the voices that shape our culture. Daniel Hong from our Learning and Development team is our final spotlight this month. Daniel shares his path from teller to learning specialist, how “banking for good” continues to guide his work, and what it means to grow with a company that values inclusion and opportunity. Get to know Daniel and help us honor AAPI Heritage Month. #AAPIHeritageMonth #BankingForGood

We were honored to attend CASA of Adams and Broomfield County’s 25th Anniversary Luncheon. Our North Market President, Dawn Davis, who also serves on CASA’s board, delivered a moving keynote address about the power of advocacy and the difference a steady adult can make in a child’s life. We’ve supported CASA through donations and board service for over a decade and we’re proud to continue standing with organizations that are creating lasting change. Learn more about CASA: https://casa17th.org #BankingForGood #CASA25Years #ChildAdvocacy #WeSupportCASA

Small business lending fraud is on the rise, and it’s more important than ever to know the warning signs. Our latest blog post highlights common scams like account takeovers and phantom lenders and shares simple, effective tips to keep your business safe. Don’t leave your future to chance. Learn to spot red flags and take action before it’s too late. #BankingForGood #FraudPrevention