ACB Designates First Research As Preferred Solutions Provider

WASHINGTON, D.C. America's Community Bankers announced today that it has designated First Research, the leading provider of industry intelligence, as a Preferred Solutions Provider to help community banks develop and strengthen commercial client relationships.

"Community banks are expanding their services to small businesses and First Research is providing the tools they need to win more business," said ACB President and CEO Diane Casey-Landry.

"We are extremely pleased to be recognized by the ACB," said Bobby Martin, president and co-founder, First Research. "We are committed to helping community bankers save time, demonstrate expertise and strengthen client relationships."

First Research analyzes hundreds of sources to create concise and insightful industry intelligence tools. The comprehensive suite of intelligence products and services includes the following:

- Industry Profiles provide in-depth market analysis covering more than 600 industry segments so that banks can stay on top of constant changes in the select industries of their clients and prospects.
- Call Prep Sheets are one-page executive summaries that provide a quick way to engage prospects, increase appointments and build confidence.
- E-mail Alerts are issued quarterly and cover key industry challenges, providing the information needed to engage new prospects and deepen client relationships.
- State and Province Profiles increase advisory status by giving bankers a summary of critical industry and business conditions, key employment data and overall economic issues affecting businesses in each state, the District of Columbia and 10 Canadian provinces.

America's Community Bankers is the national trade association committed to shaping the future of banking by being the innovative industry leader strengthening the competitive position of community banks. To learn more about ACB,visit www.acb.us.


Contact:
Robert Schmermund
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(301) 858-0922 (home)

Jim Eberle
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(703) 893-2593 (home)

E-mail: press@acbankers.org