The Benefits of Community Banking

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The video panel included: Jill Castilla: President & CEO of Citizens Bank of Edmond;  Rod Griffin: Director of Public Education at Experian and Mike Delgado: Social Media Community Manager at Experian.

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Questions We Discussed:

• Q1: When did you open your first bank account?
• Q2: What was your first banking experience like?
• Q3: What is a community bank?
• Q4: How is a community bank different?
• Q5: What are the benefits of joining a community bank?
• Q6: What financial programs are offered at community banks?
• Q7: How do community banks promote financial literacy?
• Q8: Where can people go to find a community bank in their area?
• Q9: What final tip can you give someone interested in learning about community banks?

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