Today in CEO, we had the opportunity to visit Community First Bank and hear from their team about what it really takes to run a local bank. From learning how they support small businesses in our community to seeing firsthand how everything is handled locally, it was an eye-opening experience.

One of the biggest takeaways was how important relationships and trust are in banking, especially when it comes to lending and protecting customers from fraud. We also learned how banks are constantly evolving with technology while still staying grounded in serving their community.

Hearing different perspectives, from lending to security and compliance, showed us just how many moving parts go into keeping a bank running smoothly. It was inspiring to see how challenges, like economic downturns, can turn into opportunities for growth.

Grateful for the insight and reminder to not be afraid to start small; every big success starts somewhere. Thank you to CEO Board Member Kirk Dunbar for arranging this visit for us!

✍️ Post content written by CEO student Anna Bousman