Financial Inclusion
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Solutions Banking
Solutions Banking is a financial wellness program for businesses as a no-cost component of their employee benefits package. AUB provides the companies' employees with special banking rewards and tailored financial education through one-to-one consultation, tailored seminars, webinars and our on-demand financial education platform with Banzai.
In 2024, our Solutions Banking team made a measurable impact:
- 690 companies participated in the program.
- 257 site visits were conducted to deliver tailored support directly to businesses.
- 74 financial education events were hosted to help employees at all levels enhance their financial well-being.
Through Solutions Banking, AUB is:
- making financial education accessible to workplaces throughout the bank’s footprint;
- addressing the unique needs of employees from entry level to the C-suite; and
- reducing a top workforce pain point of attracting and retaining talent with our added employee financial wellness benefit.
We want businesses to have the tools to empower their teams with financial education. We believe in equipping employees with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive financially.
Teammates pirctured: Tonya Young, Kristin Routt, Jennifer Huffman, Cheryl Kirby
Small business loans make an impact
We are committed to strengthening our business ecosystem by providing small businesses with the financing they need to grow, create jobs and drive economic success. In 2024 alone, our SBA Lending helped create and retain 785 jobs, based on application data submitted to the US Small Business Administration. We are committed to seeking to ensure that businesses across our communities continue to thrive.
As a Preferred SBA Lender, our experienced Relationship Managers guide business owners through the benefits of SBA 504 and BCA loans, helping them select the best government-backed financing options for their unique needs. From navigating documentation and approvals to structuring loan terms that align with their goals, we are dedicated to making the lending process seamless.
Pictured: SBA 504 Chief Linda Reilly, SBA Financial Analyst Andrew Bermanson, BFG Chair Sarah DeVoe, AUB Group President- Business Banking and SBA Lending John Young and AUB Commercial Relationship Manager Michael Nester
Business Needs
At AUB, our goal is to understand the unique needs of our business clients and to provide them with the tools and resources needed to succeed and thrive in their respective industries.
We have established affinity partnerships in the community to offer workshops, seminars and networking events geared towards education. Our dedicated team of bankers are available to provide guidance and to help entrepreneurs make informed financial decisions and pursue their business goals.
Teammates pictured: Brenda Hisghman, Katrice Howard, Angela Sadsad and Neddal Abu-Taa