Inspiring leaders. Powerful conversations. Lasting impact! Earlier this fall, #FirstIndependence Chairman & CEO Kenneth Kelly joined industry leaders at the #RECESS Conference to discuss energy and innovation. We're proud to support visionary entrepreneur and FIB customer Carla Walker-Miller, founder of @EnergyBillSave! Congratulations to Carla and the entire RECESS team on bringing together such an inspiring community of leaders and changemakers! #Ficonnected #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #CommunityImpact #Banking

Strong #communities thrive when small businesses succeed! 💙 We were proud to support the 2026 #NationalMicroloanConference in #Detroit, featuring our President, Dimitrius Hutcherson. 👏 Thank you to founder Warren S. Galloway Jr. for championing entrepreneurs and expanding access to capital through the @MicroloanCon! Learn more about the conference: microloanconference.com/ #Ficonnected #SmallBusinessGrowth #CommunityImpact #Banking

Thank you for being a valued part of the #FirstIndependence Bank community! In observance of the federal holiday, our branches will be closed today, Monday, October 12th. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, October 13th. As always, you can conveniently access and manage your accounts through our online and mobile #banking services. We appreciate your continued trust and support and look forward to serving you when we reopen! #Ficonnected #HolidayNotice #CommunityBanking

Ready for your next career move? Your next opportunity could be with #FirstIndependence Bank! We’re growing our team and looking for talented, driven individuals who are ready to make an impact while building their careers in #banking and financial services. With current opportunities in #Michigan, #Illinois, & #Minnesota, there may be a place for you with FIB. ✨Explore our current openings and find the opportunity that’s right for you here: tinyurl.com/3pzmd3vr Your next chapter could start at FIB! #Ficonnected #NowHiring #BankingCareers #JoinOurTeam #CareerOpportunities

🔐 #Fraud is evolving. So is the way we fight it. #FirstIndependence Bank is proud to support the @ABABankers's campaign helping consumers recognize and avoid scams—including those powered by AI. Stay alert. Verify requests. Use strong passwords + MFA. Learn more: BanksNeverAskThat.com #Ficonnected #BanksNeverAskThat #FightFraud #Cybersecurity

Students, now that the school year is in full swing, it’s a great time to make #financialwellness part of your routine. 🎓💰 At #FirstIndependence Bank, we believe financial success starts with having the right tools! Opening your own bank account is an important step toward learning and developing healthy financial habits that can last well beyond graduation. ➡️ Let us help you start building your financial future! #Ficonnected #StudentBanking #FinancialLiteracy #BackToSchool

This #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth, First Independence Bank proudly celebrates the rich cultures, histories, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. From entrepreneurs and business leaders to families, educators, creatives, and community advocates, generations of Hispanic Americans have helped strengthen our communities and shape our nation. At #FirstIndependence Bank, we believe stronger communities are built when everyone has access to opportunities to grow, thrive, and build a lasting financial legacy. We are proud to honor the stories, traditions, and impact of Hispanic and Latino communities today and for generations to come. #Ficonnected #Community #Impact

⚡ The future is powered by the opportunities we create today. #FirstIndependence Bank was proud to join the 2026 #AABE Michigan Energy Ball, featuring our Chairman & CEO, Kenneth Kelly, as keynote speaker, and Board Member Derron Sanders, while supporting the next generation of STEM and clean energy leaders! We’re delighted to stand alongside organizations and leaders committed to creating those opportunities, strengthening our communities, and helping power what’s next! #Ficonnected #Leadership #Banking

On this 25th anniversary of #September11, we reflect on a day that forever changed our nation. #FirstIndependence Bank joins communities across the country in honoring the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call, and the families whose lives were forever impacted. May we continue to carry forward the courage, compassion, and unity that brought people together during one of our nation’s most difficult moments. We remember. We honor. We will #neverforget. #911Remembrance #Ficonnected

#FirstIndependence Bank proudly honors the life of Dr. Robert Orr, one of our founding organizers whose vision helped pave the way for generations to come. We celebrate his leadership, legacy, and lasting impact on the communities we serve. #Ficonnected #Legacy #Leadership #BlackExcellence

#Banks play a critical role in helping communities thrive. As @ABABankers Chairman and Chairman & CEO of #FirstIndependence Bank, Kenneth Kelly is helping shape the national conversation on banking, access to credit, and local economic growth. Read his latest op-ed: aba.social/4zQu3iT #Ficonnected #CommunityBanking #Leadership

Happy Labor Day from #FirstIndependence Bank! 🇺🇸 Today, we recognize the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers who help strengthen our communities each and every day. In observance of Labor Day, all of our bank locations are closed today. We will reopen tomorrow with normal business hours and look forward to serving you. From all of us at First Independence, we wish you a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Labor Day! #LaborDay #Ficonnected #Banking #Community

There’s still time to make a move this year! Summer may be winding down, but your #homeownership goals don’t have to. #FirstIndependence Bank is here to help you prepare for your next move with confidence. Your next chapter could start with a new address!🏡 #FIconnected #Banking #FirstTimeHomebuyer #BuildingGenerationalWealth

Hello, September! 🍂 A new month is a fresh opportunity to check in on your finances and keep building toward your #goals. Every positive step counts! Let us at #FirstIndependence help you start September with purpose and plan with confidence! #Ficonnected #FinancialGoals #Banking

Economic empowerment starts with intentional community investment. As #NationalBlackBusinessMonth wraps up, #FirstIndependence Bank remains committed to advancing financial equity and supporting Black-owned businesses year-round. How are you showing your support? Tag a Black-owned business making an impact! #Ficonnected #FinancialEmpowerment #CommunityImpact

We were proud to see #FirstIndependence Bank represented at the 31st Annual #BlackWomensExpo in #Chicago! 👏🏾 Kimberly Haney, Deputy Chief Credit Officer, joined “The Wealth Playbook” panel to share insights on credit, access to capital, and helping #entrepreneurs build, grow, and thrive. 💙 We're grateful for the opportunity to be present at such an impactful event! #Ficonnected #FinancialEmpowerment #Entrepreneurship

#FirstIndependence Bank was proud to celebrate the #WestMcNicholsBusinessAssociation’s 10th Anniversary Gala! Our President, Dimitrius Hutcherson, served as the keynote speaker, sharing insights on economic empowerment, business growth, and investing in our communities. Congratulations on 10 years of impact! #Ficonnected #Detroit #SmallBusiness #CommunityBanking

🎉Thank you to everyone who joined & supported us in celebrating the opening of our new #StPaul branch! We're proud to expand #financialaccess and economic opportunity in the #community. Visit us at 627 University Ave. Watch the opening event highlights! #Ficonnected #Bank

🎥 Watch President Dimitrius Hutcherson & Andrew Maychruk discuss #FirstIndependence's expansion into #Chicago and the power of relationship-focused #banking during their recent appearance on #CANTV's Chicago Newsroom 2.0. Big thank you to CAN TV for having us! #Ficonnected