Community banking strength Leverage Union Bank’s strong local footprint in Vermont and New Hampshire to position tailored relationship-based financial services, including SME lending and municipal banking, to expand local client acquisition through partnerships with regional business associations and chambers of commerce.

Growth-oriented partnerships Target small to mid-market businesses by highlighting Union Bank’s SBA Preferred Lender status and long-standing community roots to offer scalable financing, equipment loans, and working capital solutions that align with the bank’s mission of supporting local job growth.

Digital engagement opportunity Acknowledge the bank’s investments in online and mobile banking, and its tech stack, to propose enhanced digital onboarding, secure payment solutions, and analytics-driven cash management for local businesses seeking efficiency and improved customer experience.

Talent and education ties Capitalize on the Rise Future Leaders academy initiative and community leadership awards to create corporate partnerships for student internships, workforce development programs, and enterprise-sponsored scholarships that can funnel future business talent to client companies.

Sustainability and CSI alignment Align with Union Bank’s sustainability and citizenship focus by offering eco-friendly financial products, green lending options, and impact reporting services to local organizations pursuing responsible growth and community development.