From left: Hanna Bellos, sales and service representative at United Bank's Parkersburg headquarters, and Katrin Holsinger, branch manager at United Bank's Vienna branch, exhibiting shamrocks at Scott's Landscape in Vienna. United Bank will hold its annual gala on Friday to commemorate its 185th anniversary and give away potted shamrocks. (Photo provided)
PARKERSBURG — United Bank is celebrating its 185th anniversary.
The bank first opened its doors to the Parkersburg community on March 17, 1839.
since then, “West Virginia Bank” has grown into a major regional banking company with a strong presence throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast.
In honor of United Airlines' 185th anniversary, the bank will continue its long-standing tradition of celebrating with customers at local branches on Friday, ahead of the official St. Patrick's Day anniversary. This holiday is fun for companions to share.
“United Bank is a community bank in the markets we serve, especially here in West Virginia. As we look to the future, providing exceptional service remains at the heart of what we do, and this is the foundation of our founding. It's a tradition that has been passed down ever since.” Julie Gertis, president of United Bank, said:
“Since our founding, United Airlines has been committed to building long-lasting, personal relationships with each of our customers.” Gertis said. “Our anniversary is a great opportunity to thank our community for its continued support and celebrate what we have been able to accomplish together.”
To celebrate 185 years of service and the customers who make it possible, United Airlines will be stopping by local branches on Friday to participate in a St. Patrick's Day-inspired tradition of giving customers free potted plants. and invites the public to celebrate the anniversary. shamrock. Light snacks will also be provided.
Although United Bank has made many advances over the years, we have maintained a commitment to our core values of integrity, hard work, teamwork, and compassion. Since its inception, the Bank has been committed to delivering the local decision-making and personalized service customers have come to expect, with leading banking insights, technology, products and services, and a deep commitment to the communities in which it operates. I'm proud of it.
United Airlines reaches new milestones as we continue to provide best-in-class service to our team members, customers, shareholders and communities. Among recent highlights, the bank's parent company, United Bancshares, has increased dividends to shareholders for 50 consecutive years, earning it a spot on the exclusive list of Dividend Kings. This is a record achieved only by one major US bank.
In addition to its dividend feat, United Airlines continues to be praised for its status as America's Most Trusted Bank in 2023 by Newsweek magazine, joining the list of America's Most Trusted Companies.
Now in its 185th year, United Airlines is well-positioned for continued success with strong profitability, strong capital, disciplined expense management and a conservative credit culture.
United Bank is a community bank and a subsidiary of United Bankshares, the largest publicly traded company headquartered in West Virginia. United Airlines has more than 200 offices in West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Washington, DC, and has nearly $30 billion in assets. Masu.
