At Postern, we talk a lot about "Community by Design." It’s the idea that intentionality and local connection matters. But as a business owner, I also know that intentionality has to be backed up by efficiency. As Postern has grown, so have our financial needs, and I reached a point where managing pieces of our banking across different institutions just wasn't sustainable anymore.
I needed our financial management to be as streamlined as our creative process. Moving everything to Woodsboro Bank was the solution.
One Login, Total Control
There’s a common misconception that you need a "big bank" for the best technology. I can tell you from experience that isn't the case.
One of the biggest benefits of consolidating was gaining access to Woodsboro Bank’s online portal and mobile app. Whether I’m at my desk or on the go between client meetings, I have one login that gives me a bird's-eye view of our entire operation. Managing multiple accounts in one place has completely simplified our day-to-day. It’s not just about "banking," it's about the peace of mind that comes with a streamlined workflow.
Beyond the Screen
While the technology made it easier to switch, it’s the personal side of the partnership that makes me stay. At previous institutions, you’re often just a number in a system. I felt like I was being passed around from person to person while no one made an actual effort to understand Postern’s vision or how they could better serve me as their client.
The experience at Woodsboro Bank has been the polar opposite. Chris Clemons took the time to foster a real relationship with us from the start and he continues to stay tuned in to where Postern is headed. Then there is Shelane Twentey at the Downtown Branch, who provides a level of care I simply didn’t have before. Because Shelane knows our business so well, she anticipates our needs and translates that into solutions that mitigate risk and minimize exposure.
At Woodsboro Bank, the relationship is personal. People like Chris and Shelane aren’t there to just process transactions, they are there to listen and provide actual advice when I need to make a move. When you combine effective tech with a team that actually knows your name, it changes how you run your business.
My advice to any colleague who is on the fence? Make the switch. If you're looking for a way to make the financial aspect of your business more manageable so you can focus on your craft, going "All In" with Woodsboro Bank is the way to do it.