July 15, 2022

First United named to Forbes America’s Best Banks in Each State 2022 list

First United First United Bank announced that it has been named to Forbes’ 2022 ranking of America’s Best Banks.  The distinction is based on customer feedback and First United is one of only 133 banks in the United  States to be recognized, as well as one of only five banks in Texas to make the list, which includes a  total of 4,839 regional and community banks from around the nation.     “We are extremely honored to be included among the best banks in America, and it is made even more  special because the recognition is based on our customers’ experiences with us, as well as their trust and  confidence in our organization,” Greg Massey, CEO of First United said.     In collaboration with market research firm, Statista, Forbes surveyed more than 26,000 customers across  the nation to identify the best banks in America. Survey participants rated banks on overall customer  satisfaction, how likely they were to recommend the bank, and various facets of relationship, including  trust, branch and digital services, customer service, and financial advice.      “I am incredibly proud of our high-performing employees. This ranking emphasizes their commitment  to living our values and our desire to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely. This is what  makes our organization so remarkable,” stated Massey.      First United’s purpose is to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely, which includes a holistic  approach to life that encompasses financial well-being, faith, health and wellness, and personal growth.  The organization takes pride in its values of faith, family, integrity, high-performance teams, lifelong  learning, relationships and communities, and doing what is right for its employees, customers, and the  communities.     […]
July 9, 2022

Layna Dupuis promoted at First United

Release DURANT – Layna Dupuis, former Vice President, Director of Customer Care, was promoted to Senior Vice President, Director of Retail Banking. Since joining First United in 2008, Layna has served the organization in several customer-serving leadership roles such as Operations Manager, Financial Center Manager, Regional Retail Manager, and most recently the Director of Customer Care. “At the time I began working for First United I didn’t know that I would make a career in the industry,” Dupuis said “However, after joining the bank I knew this was not only my career but my calling. The best part of my job is working alongside incredibly talented individuals who are focused on serving customers and communities, as well as getting to help others find their calling just as I did here at First United.”    In her new role, Dupuis will lead the Community Bank Retail Banking and Retail Empowerment teams. She will also continue to lead Customer Care, with a focus on building the digital banking experience for the bank’s customers.  “With her love for the communities we serve and the teams of people she works with, I am excited to see Layna promoted into this role. Layne is dedicated and driven, this promotion is well deserved and recognizes the contributions she has made to our organization,” Greg Massey, CEO of First United Bank said. First United’s purpose is to inspire and empower others to Spend Life Wisely, which includes a holistic approach to life that encompasses financial well-being, faith, health and wellness, and personal growth.
March 1, 2022

First United Bank – Durant Main designated as Blue Zones Project – Durant’s first approved worksite

Release DURANT – First United Bank – Durant Main becomes the first worksite to achieve designation as a Blue Zones Project Approved™ Worksite in Durant, Ok. […]
February 16, 2022

Kindness will take on many forms on Thursday

First United First United will host our second annual United Acts of Kindness day on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022. This year will be actually Durant’s first time […]
February 12, 2022

United Acts of Kindness Day set for February 17

First United Bank Each year on February 17, the nation looks to celebrate others through an act of kindness. Through the generosity of citizens, community leaders, […]
April 30, 2021

First United hosts Pet Palooza as part of National Pet Week

First United Bank in Durant invites everyone to be a part of Pet Palooza! As a part of National Pet Week, the event will take place […]
April 19, 2021

First United Insurance Division announces new name – Unity Insurance Partners

Release PLANO, Texas — First United’s Insurance division, having been combined and originated from three different insurance companies over several years, has joined under one new […]
December 30, 2020

First United Bank ranked No. 4 in 2020 Top Workplaces in Oklahoma

Release DURANT – The 2020 Top Workplaces in Oklahoma rankings were announced earlier this month. With over 20 large employer groups receiving recognition, First United ranked 4th […]
August 21, 2020

First United Bank holds water and gatorade drive to benefit local first responders

DURANT — First United takes great pride in being a community bank and serves a greater purpose by inspiring and empowering others to spend life wisely, […]