Community First Bank Named Runner-Up for Small Business Lender of the Year

December 20, 2024 – Community First Bank of Indiana was named runner up for Indiana’s Small Business Lender of the Year.

The annual award is given by Indiana Statewide Certified Development Corporation (ISCDC), which works with local lenders to provide financing from the U.S. Small Business Administration 504 loan program. The SBA 504 loans help owners of expanding or startup small businesses buy real estate, buildings, and equipment. The main feature of the 504 loan program is that it allows borrowers to pay a below-market down payment and repay the loan with a fixed low interest rate over a long term.

Scott Hammersley was awarded for his 2nd and 3rd 504 loans.

Adam Pleva was awarded for his 1st 504 loan.

Scott Hammersley was awarded for his 2nd and 3rd 504 loans. Adam Pleva was awarded for his 1st 504 loan.

About the bank: Community First Bank of Indiana (CFB) was chartered in 2003 in Kokomo, Indiana and is committed to keeping outstanding customer service, local decision-making, and relationship-building at its core. The locally owned and operated bank currently has offices in Fishers, Indianapolis, Kokomo, Noblesville, and Westfield. Bank mission: We partner with you to build a better future. Additional information can be found at www.CFBIndiana.com. MEMBER FDIC, Equal Housing Lender