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First National of Nebraska

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Company: First National of Nebraska
Company Description: First National of Nebraska is a multi-state holding company headquartered in the heart of downtown Omaha, with a strong heritage of banking excellence that dates back more than 150 years. First National of Nebraska and its affiliates have $17 billion in managed assets and over 5,000 employee associates.
Nomination Category: Company / Organization Awards Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Company of the Year - Banking

Nomination Title: First National of Nebraska

Tell the story about what this nominated organization achieved since January 1 2012 (up to 525 words). Focus on specific accomplishments, and relate these accomplishments to past performance or industry norms. Be sure to mention obstacles overcome, innovations or discoveries made, and outcomes:

First National is the largest privately owned banking company in the United States, with locations in seven states and more than 6.6 million customers across the country. In 2012, FNNI continued its long tradition of innovations, customer focus and stable banking practices:

Corporate Banking  - customized, strategic solutions that fit each unique business model.

In early 2012 First Bankcard® Launches the Vox® Business Card, Providing a One-Card Solution for Mid-Sized Companies helps them better monitor and manage their spending

First National Bank is the largest commercial provider of financing to the ethanol industry.

eBusiness -First National has one of the largest selections of eBanking products and services .

First Bankcard  - 12th largest credit card issuer and a top-ten merchant processor.
Earnings and profitability have improved as the company has pursued strategic partnerships in its credit card portfolio, allowing it to create alliances with the largest national and local retailers. (Fitch)

Investment banking - Coupling senior-level experience with solid Midwestern values

Traditional Retail Banking with excellent personal service.
Introduces Kids Savings Program to complement what parents and grandparents are doing to save for college by contributing to a 529 College Savings Plan

Wealth Management
FNNI Subsidiary Tributary Balanced Fund Receives Top Rating , 1st out of 278 Moderate Allocation Funds, in U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Funds’The Tributary Balanced Fund was recently featured for a second time as one of the Wall Street Journal’s Category Kings

Home Mortgage
In 2012 Five of First National Bank’s Mortgage Lenders were Recognized Among Nation’s Top Originators by the Scotsman Guide

 

First National Banks support their communities everywhere they serve.  Some highlights from 2012 include:

• Partners with Elementary Schools in Three States for Teach Children to Save Day
• Provide a “NEST on the Farm” scholarship contest for children of Nebraska farmers
• First national started the Centro Latino de Educación Financiera, which provides a largely immigrant population the opportunity to receive financial education.

Recognitions

In 2013, Fitch Ratings revised to Stable from Positive. The action reflects the company's more stable operating performance, improvements in asset quality ratios, as well as stronger regulatory capital ratios.

Named One of 'America's Best Banks' by Forbes for Second Year in A Row - Ranked 36th on Magazine's 2012 List“… a testament to our entire organization’s efforts to significantly build our capital reserves while enhancing the quality of our loan portfolio during one of the most challenging times ever for the banking industry. I think we’re in a great position to help consumers and business in our markets as well as continue to grow our own business.” Mark Driscoll, President of First National Bank’s Colorado market

One of Working Mother Magazine "100 Best Companies for Working Mothers" 8 years in a row.

Recognized as one of the "best companies to work in IT" by Computerworld magazine.

First National Bank of Omaha is the program manager for the Nebraska Educational Savings Trust (NEST). In 2012 – Two NEST Plans Receive savingforcollege.com's Highest Rating

With a solid foundation, customer focused innovations and a traditional banking values, First national has survived the banking crisis and is in great position for continued growth.

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Provide a brief (up to 125 words) biography about the leader of this nominated organization:

Bruce Lauritzen serves as Treasurer of The Nebraska Medical Center. Mr. Lauritzen served as the President of Lauritzen Corporation. Prior to 2000, he served as the President of First National of Nebraska Inc. and its subsidiary, First National Bank of Omaha. He serves as the Chairman of the Board of First National Bank of Omaha. He served as the Chairman of First National of Nebraska Inc. He served as the Chairman of the Board of First National Bank since January 2009. He serves as a Director of The Nebraska Medical Center.