First Business Bank

Bank branch strategies are diverging: some institutions are expanding their networks to get consumer deposits, while others invest in specialized teams and local decision-making instead. President & CEO Jim Hartlieb explains why First Business Bank has taken the latter approach, and how that generates industry-leading client satisfaction results. Read the full story on our website. https://firstbusiness.bank/resource-center/why-fewer-bank-branches-mean-better-business-banking/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=2026-Q3-09-FBFS-IRBetterBizBankingArticle

Please join us in congratulating Travis Keshemberg, Senior Vice President - Investment Portfolio Manager, on earning his Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) certification. Travis recently passed the CFP exam and now adds the CFP® designation to his credentials, which also include a PhD, CFA, and FRM. This achievement reflects Travis's ongoing commitment to professional excellence and helping clients make informed financial decisions with confidence. Learn more about Travis and his experience on our website. https://firstbusiness.bank/representatives/travis-keshemberg/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=2026-Q3-09-PW-KeshembergCFP

A dealership group with locations in New England just moved their $5 million floorplan financing to First Business Bank after nine years with their previous lender. Direct access to decision makers and a high-touch, specialized team made the difference for this dealer. Visit our website to see how our Floorplan Financing team supports elite dealerships and their growth. https://firstbusiness.bank/business-banking-services/specialty-finance-services/floorplan-financing/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=2026-Q3-09-FF-Deal

We are pleased to welcome Steven Slack, President and CEO of E.K. Machine Co., Inc., to our South Central Wisconsin Advisory Board, where his more than 30 years of manufacturing leadership and commitment to developing the next generation of industry talent will support businesses throughout the region. Visit our website to learn more about Steve and his experience. https://firstbusiness.bank/representatives/steve-slack?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=2026-Q3-09-FBFS-SCSlackAdvisory

After a remarkable career helping businesses succeed, Scott Crist is retiring from First Business Bank. Since joining the Bank in 2018 as Vice President II - Treasury Management, Scott has brought decades of banking experience, a passion for helping clients improve their operations, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of the businesses and people he serves.

Throughout his career, Scott focused on helping people solve problems and create opportunities for growth. In a story he shared several years ago, he reflected on a client who changed the course of his career and reinforced the importance of helping people through difficult financial situations. That experience stayed with him for decades and remained one of the reasons he was passionate about helping clients succeed.

Clients valued Scott for his practical advice, responsiveness, and ability to help them strengthen cash flow, improve efficiency, and prepare for challenges. Whether guiding businesses through periods of uncertainty or helping them identify new opportunities, he brought a steady hand and genuine care for their success.

Many colleagues also know Scott for another achievement: his extraordinary quest to climb Denali. The determination, discipline, and teamwork required for that expedition reflected the same qualities he brought to work every day. His story inspired coworkers across the company and gave many of us a deeper appreciation for his determination, resilience, and willingness to take on big challenges.

As Scott begins this next chapter, we thank him for his dedication to our clients, his contributions to First Business Bank, and the example he set for those around him. We wish him many new adventures, time with family and friends, and every happiness in retirement. Congratulations, Scott, and thank you for everything you've contributed throughout your career. We will miss you and wish you the very best in retirement.

Strong liquidity management helps businesses respond to opportunities, manage uncertainty, and make confident decisions. Our updated article includes insights from the 2026 AFP Liquidity Survey Report along with practical guidance on forecasting, cash management, and treasury tools. Read it on our website. https://firstbusiness.bank/resource-center/how-liquidity-management-strengthens-businesses/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=2026-Q3-09-CLTM-LiquidityMgmtArticle

When a growing business needs liquidity fast, the right partner makes all the difference. First Business Bank's Accounts Receivable Financing team won a $7.5 million ledgered line facility for a Massachusetts company that performs in-store product audits for major consumer brands, funding just eight days after a signed proposal. Visit our website to see how our accounts receivable financing solutions help growth-stage companies access working capital quickly. https://firstbusiness.bank/business-banking-services/specialty-finance-services/accounts-receivable-financing/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=2026-Q3-09-ARF-Deal

Did you know that criminals use AI to clone voices from public recordings, then call claiming to be a bank employee, executive, or colleague to ask for a one-time passcode, user ID, or password? First Business Bank will never call and ask you to share this information, no matter how urgent the request sounds or how familiar the caller ID looks. Visit our website to learn how these calls work and how to prevent fraud. https://firstbusiness.bank/prevent-fraud-and-stop-criminals/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=2026-Q3-09-FBFS-FraudSocial