Heritage Bank NW

Heritage received the top community bank award and Marlene Johanson, commercial banking officer, received the top individual lender award for most SBA loans approved through our partnership with the Evergreen Business Capital. We also ranked #1 as an SBA third-party lender in both the Seattle and Portland areas. Thank you to our bankers who worked hard this past year to help our business customers secure the loans they needed!

Let’s give a big shoutout to the amazing Kathleen Swift ?? At the recent CPAH fundraiser, Kathy was honored for all the incredible work she’s done. As a powerhouse at Heritage Bank NW Kathy is known for building strong relationships and supporting the community with personalized financial solutions. We’re so lucky to have one of Sabin’s biggest supporters recognized for her dedication! ?? Thank you, Kathy, for everything you do! ?? . #CommunityChampion #HeritageBank

As we near year-end, it's the perfect time to reflect, strategize and set your business up for success. From optimizing cash flow and inventory checks to celebrating team wins and refining customer outreach, this article highlights essential tips for financial and operational planning. Start the new year strong by reading more here: https://bit.ly/3Z4n8SW #bankingbusiness #businessmagazine #magazine #businesstips #yearendreview

Help us welcome our new chief operating officer Nicholas Bley! He joins our team with an extensive background in banking, including business development, sales operations, business systems analysis and financial/management reporting. Over the last 30 years, he’s worked in both support and leadership roles at two of the largest financial institutions in the U.S. We look forward to Nic bringing a fresh perspective and proven expertise to our executive team.

Women-owned businesses are a powerful economic force in the United States, numbering about 13.3 million, but they only account for about 40% of small businesses. We talked with five Heritage customers to learn more about their experience as women in business and how they navigate challenges and harness their strengths.

We recently closed our first deal under the Washington State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program, and we’re excited to share an update that underscores the program’s success! This first project is a significant milestone, demonstrating the tangible benefits of the program, including its highly competitive forgivable loan of up to 9%. The SSBCI program was created to support small businesses and empower them to access the capital needed to invest in job-creating opportunities. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gqgmePs2 or https://lnkd.in/gCakQ5qh ????’?? ???????????????????????? ???? ?????? Washington State Department of Commerce ???? ?????????????????????? ???????? ?????? U.S. Department of the Treasury ?????? ?????????????????? ???????????????????????? ??????????????????. ???????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????????? ???? ???????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????????????? ?????????????? ???? ???????????????????? ??????????.

The latest edition of Banking Business is officially here! This issue is packed with in-depth interviews, expert tips, inspiring stories and much more. Highlights: We talked with five Heritage customers to learn more about their experiences as women in business. For our nonprofit partners, we discuss grant funding/fundraising, including the different types of grants and how to successfully apply. We explore how the advancement of artificial intelligence has transformed the methods used by scammers to exploit their victims. Finally, we introduce our new lending program, the Washington State Small Business Credit Initiative, that was created to support small businesses and empower them to access the capital needed to invest in job-creating opportunities. Grab a copy today at your local branch or read it online here: https://bit.ly/4f0HOjE #BankingBusiness #FinancialInsights #CommunityBanking #BusinessGrowth #FinancialSolutions #LocalBusiness

It was an incredible day! On September 18, our teams came together for our annual Volunteer Day, and the results were nothing short of inspiring. From local parks to community kitchens, schools and shelters, we dedicated our time and energy to making a difference in our communities. It’s days like this that remind us how powerful we can be when we come together. Huge shoutout to all our amazing employees for your passion and dedication—and the wonderful organizations who hosted us. Let’s continue this spirit of giving back every day! Head on over to our Facebook page to see photos from every event.

Tomorrow's the day! We're ready to roll up our sleeves, give back and show the power of teamwork. Our employees' efforts aren’t just about volunteering—it’s about building stronger connections with each other and our communities. #heritagehelps Reminder: All locations will close at noon tomorrow, September 18, and will not reopen. We will open at our regular time the following day. We have taken all necessary measures to ensure minimal disruption to your banking experience during this time. We will have limited customer service staff available to address any immediate banking needs, online and mobile banking services will continue to be available, and our ATMs will remain fully operational.

We're thrilled to announce our third upcoming Volunteer Day on September 18! This is our chance to come together as a team and make a real difference in our communities. Whether it's helping at local shelters, cleaning up parks or supporting food banks, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. #heritagehelps Reminder: All locations will close at noon on September 18 and will not reopen. We will open at our regular time the following day. We have taken all necessary measures to ensure minimal disruption to your banking experience during this time. We will have limited customer service staff available to address any immediate banking needs, online and mobile banking services will continue to be available, and our ATMs will remain fully operational.