This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Nearly 30 years ago, the bank once
known as Washington Federal expanded into Utah. Today it’s known simply as
WaFd Bank and here to tell us more is Vice President and Utah Commercial
Division Manager Dane Margetts.
DANE MARGETTS:
WaFd Bank is proud to serve small communities and big cities in eight western
states by loving what we do and striving to make a difference!
Developing long term relationships with our clients has been our goal for
generations. Founded in 1917, we’ve been serving the business community for
over 105 years.
We focus on helping our neighbors manage their money by providing personal
attention, technology and financially intelligent products. We are committed to a
personal approach for all our banking clients, including small and commercial
business owners. After all, we understand our success depends on yours.
WaFd Bank has grown exponentially in Utah over the last five years, with a 260%
growth in deposits and 47% growth in loan originations, not to mention record
quarterly earnings.
We create opportunities that strengthen neighborhoods and the lives of those we
serve. Come on in and see why we’ve been voted the Best Bank by Newsweek,
Forbes and Money.com!
DEREK MILLER:
WaFd Bank has nine locations in Utah and serves states throughout the west.
While they’ve updated the name, WaFd is still the same bank you can trust. I’m
Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business.
Aired: August 11, 2022.