"Over the last four years, we’ve been in the process of an acquisition plan, so there’s a transition period we’ve been going through from one generation to another as well as a growth spurt with milestone productions. Our relationship with BNB began in the midst of arranging the financing for the purchase of stock from my aunt and uncle. What initially attracted us to BNB was their ability to put the finance package in place – and to do it within the tight time frame we had – at a reasonable rate. But moreover, they’re a ‘bankers’ bank.’ We’re working with the same team of individuals who we know and trust. With some of the larger commercial banks, you have a sense that you’re not going to be talking to the same people. BNB is a local bank. That’s important to me. They know our business and me personally. They understand our business and my appetite for risk. They will come by and brainstorm. They take an active interest in our success. I know they’re always there to back us up."
"We switched to BNB in November 2011, and we have been pleased with our partnership ever since. We appreciate that we have a two-way relationship; it’s not one-sided. And, instead of always saying ‘no,’ BNB’s working motto with us has always been, ‘Let’s see how we can make it work.’ This exemplifies BNB’s commitment to our business."
Heritage Bank was founded in 1927 with the belief that when banks and neighbors work together, great communities grow stronger. Heritage has remained true to this vision—and close to their roots—offering financial solutions that put their customers and local businesses first. Perhaps that's why their company has grown from a single location to a robust network of branches throughout the Pacific Northwest. Along the way, they've joined forces with Whidbey Island Bank and Central Valley Bank to further their goals of local service, community building and strength.
Opus Bank was derived from the original definition of “opus” which meant: a life’s work. Opus Bank was built and designed to honor the life’s work of their clients. Their mission is to accelerate the vision of successful entrepreneurs and business leaders who have proven their ability and need a partner for growth. What distinguishes Opus Bank is that they listen to their clients’ plans for growth, and then bring the bankers, resources, and plans to enable their clients’ vision.
Southern Bancorp is a unique financial institution that was founded to help strengthen underserved communities through financial access and investment. By combining traditional banking and lending services with financial development tools ranging from credit counseling to public policy advocacy, Southern Bancorp helps underserved families and communities grow financially stronger – regardless of zip code. Southern Bancorp believes mission-driven banking is also values-based banking, which is why their core values are a critical component of the value they create for their stakeholders. Living their core values provides them with the foundation needed to pursue and achieve their vision, and their employees are rewarded for exhibiting these values.