named one of the best small business lending banks in the nation by entrepreneur, and recognized for our small business checking account by wallethub, it’s clear that first bank is maintaining its legacy of customer- and community-centric financial service dating back to 1935. with branches across north carolina, south carolina, and virginia, our focus as a progressive community bank allows us to provide the same business products as the big banks, but with better, more personal advice and the attention that your growing company needs. member fdic | equal housing lender