Member Spotlight: Stearns Bank

Member Spotlight by [Stearns Bank]

Provide us with a brief summary of your business’ services

At Stearns Bank we have an innovative product line that serves businesses, nonprofits, and customers. Stearns Bank is a full-service FDIC insured bank that features digital banking deposit and lending products. When you need to speak to a Stearns Bank employee, “we answer first ring.”

Visit links to learn more about Stearns Bank innovative products and solutions:

SBA
Nonprofit Banking Solutions
Equipment Finance
Cannabis Banking Services | Stearns Bank
Islamic Banking
ITIN Lending

Below is a quick video on Stearns Bank featured products.
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Tell us about your company’s mission and values

Stearns Bank Mission is Inspired by the belief that our world is filled with opportunity, we power inclusive growth by helping others achieve their greatest ambitions.

Our Values are:
– People and Purpose Driven
– Trailblazing Creativity
– Tenacious Pursuit of Excellence
– Teamwork
– Competitive Mindset
– Ownership Mentality and Entrepreneurial Spirit
– Sense of Urgency

What are the services you use the most (or are looking forward to using) from the Columbus Chamber?

Stearns Bank SBA Lending teams and Commercial Lending teams are ready to serve your business today! Our application to funded account process is quick and easy. Visit Stearns Bank website https://www.stearnsbank.com/ today to connect with a lender or representative. Stearns Bank is excited to partner in the market by connecting with you at Columbus Chamber AfterHours and other networking events.

How do you stay engaged with trends that you see in your industry?

At Stearns Bank we innovate products and solutions that address consumer needs. To accomplish this, Stearns Bank execute a strategy to stay engaged and informed of industry trends and regulatory requirements. Stearns Bank are members of a variety of professional association such as the Association of Women’s Business Centers, maintain subscriptions relevant to financial institutions and industries we serve.

Employees of Stearns Bank also attend events and conferences regularly as a component of strategy to stay informed on key industries, regulatory requirements, trends and to maintain a competitive advantage.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has reappointed Kelly Skalicky, president and CEO, Stearns Bank N.A., to serve on its Minority Depository Institutions Advisory Committee (MDIAC). Diverse membership and collaborative mission, provides committee members the opportunity to develop new initiatives for the OCC and non-MDI financial institutions to support and strengthen MDIs to help ensure minority institutions remain a strong and vibrant part of the federal banking system.

What is your company culture like?

Stearns Bank does “Business Unusual” and is proud to offer Salaam Banking, which is interest-free checking and profit-sharing savings solutions. Interest-free deposit accounts are designed to help you reach your financial goals while living by your values. All of our deposit and financing products have been reviewed and approved by our independent Faith-Based Banking Advisory Board comprised of renowned scholars who are experts in Islamic Finance and Sharia Compliance.

What does it take to be a successful employee at your company?

A successful employee at Stearns Bank is an employee who embodies our Mission and Values. It is also an employee that drives community impact by elevating businesses and enabling financial empowerment for all.

What makes Columbus such a great place to do business?

Columbus and central Ohio has a unique advantage to many other markets. Our economy is robust, dynamic and full of opportunities to serve our shared community.

Social Media:
X: https://x.com/StearnsBank
Facebook: @Stearns Bank N.A.
LinkedIn: @Stearns Bank N.A.
Instagram: @stearnsbank
Website: https://www.stearnsbank.com/