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IN APPRECIATION First Northern Bank CELEBRATING 110 YEARS AND LOOKING TO THE FUTURE First Northern Bank takes pride in delivering superior professional service. Every member of this team of dedicated relationship managers helps customers feel confident in their financial decisions — and First Northern Bank has been doing this for generations. Its experts can help you explore a broad range of business banking solutions, including commercial real estate lending, lines of credit, checking accounts and cash-management services. First Northern Bank has been widely recognized in the banking industry. Recent accolades include: • “Five Star Superior Rating” by BauerFinancial 1 • “Super Premier Performing Bank” by Findley Reports 2 • “Top 200 Performing Community Banks” in the nation by American Banker 3 Providing the refreshing personal experience and care that only a local bank offers, First Northern Bank, the region’s No. 1 local small business lender, will make you proud to say, “That’s my bank!” Throughout its amazing 110 years in business, First Northern Bank has never merged and is committed to remaining independent. In addition, you can be confident that its longstanding history with our local communities is backed by ample expertise, state-of-the-art banking solutions and a 97 percent customer retention rate. First Northern Bank hires only the best bankers, those who build long-lasting relationships, address specific financial needs on a personalized basis and are committed and passionate about making a difference in the local communities. First Northern Bank looks forward to serving the growing region for the next 110 years. “First Northern Bank’s 110 years of success comes from hiring the best relationship bankers in the business.” LOUISE A. WALKER President & CEO Equal Housing Lender | Member FDIC | NMLS# 477014 “Region's #1 Local Small Business Lender” 1. BauerFinancial, Inc June 2020, based on March 31, 2020 financial data. 2. The Findley Report April 2020, based on December 31, 2019 financial data. 3. American Banker May 2020. SPONSORED PROFILE ThatsMyBank.com September 2020 | comstocksmag.com 17