Thousand Oaks Grand Opening

Mark Gouvion, Shannon Millard, Gina Champion, Maria Espana, Irene Kabasa, Sandy Kaplan, Roy Almeida, Rochelle Maccabee & Shibana Chokshi

On February 5th, 2009 First Federal Bank of California officially welcomed the new Thousand Oaks branch with a grand opening reception and ribbon cutting.

With the first major rain storm of the year suddenly making an appearance, the Thousand Oaks branch was surprised and pleased when almost 100 people stopped by to meet the staff.  Senior management and regional staff stopped by to show their support along with members from Wealth Management and Trust. 

“First Fed is delighted to be part of the Thousand Oaks community and looks forward to providing both individuals and businesses alike with a unique and meaningful banking experience,” said Sandy Kaplan, Senior Vice President, as she welcomed and thanked everyone for attending.  Always the saleswoman she even AFTB (Asked For The Business for you nonretail employees) by ending with, “We’d love to earn your business.”

People within a two miles radius were sent special invitation to come and stop by to meet branch manager, Maria Espana and her staff.  Every person who stopped by was personally welcomed by Maria and given a wine book guide as a gift.

To date Anaheim is $??? Million in deposits with already puts them over 100% of the business account and checking account goals.  Way to go Thousand Oaks!