Sheffield, Ala.− Tuesday, August 03, 2021 – Bank Independent was recently named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama, ranking #3 in the state for the second year in a row. The Bank was the highest ranked company headquartered in Alabama in the large company division and was the top financial institution ranked in the state. This annual rankings program created by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group is in its twelfth year.
Sheffield, Ala.− Friday, June 25, 2021 – Bank Independent has been recognized as part of Forbes’ annual nationwide list of America’s Best-In-State Banks 2021 and ranks number 1 in the State of Alabama for a second year in a row. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on June 24, 2021 and can currently be viewed on the Forbes website.
If you own or operate a business, you have most likely heard of Merchant Services. This is a financial term for a business’s ability to process payments for goods or services. Depending on the business, that process can be anything from accepting cash to a multitude of transactions such as card readers, contactless payments or online shopping. And, depending on the merchant services provider you choose, you could receive basic payment processing capabilities or you can opt for robust hardware and software backed by expert customer service.
Sheffield, Ala. – Wednesday, June 23, 2021 – Bank Independent will launch its eighth annual School Share drive on June 28th to benefit local school children through the “$5 Helps Carry the Cost” campaign. School supplies and donations will be accepted at all locations of Bank Independent, by PayPal and through scheduled collection events until July 16. Bank Independent works with local partner organizations across their seven-county footprint to ensure donations are distributed to area families in need.
Sheffield, Ala. – Friday, May 21, 2021 –Ten local college and university students were recognized as recipients of the 2020/2021 Edward Fennel Mauldin Endowed Scholarship by way of virtual, online celebrations hosted in their honor by representatives from Bank Independent and their education partners: Northwest Shoals Community College, Athens State University and University of North Alabama.
When you consider the number of online accounts the average user accesses each day, the amount of personal information vulnerable to exposure can be staggering. Do you know how to protect your accounts and prevent cybercriminals from stealing your information?
Not everyone is a pet lover, but if you are, your pet probably plays a significant role in your happiness and wellbeing. It’s also your responsibility to ensure the wellbeing of your pet.
Imposter scams occur when criminals pretend to be someone you know and trust, such as a government agency, a financial institution or even a friend or family member. According to the Federal Trade Commission, imposter scams are on the rise. There is an increased likelihood that you will be contacted by an imposter, however, with a little education and prevention, you can keep from becoming a victim.
The holiday season is a prime time for hackers, scammers, and online thieves. Due to the popularity of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we all need to be aware of the potential dangers online shopping can bring and the ways we can protect ourselves.
Sheffield, Ala.− Wednesday, October 28, 2020 – Bank Independent has been named one of the Best Banks to Work For in 2020. This marks the second year in a row this prestigious honor was awarded to the Bank.
