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Emily Sukman, Community Engagement Officer

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Volunteer of the Month - Alicia Crowell, Lucerne Valley, CA

By Emily Sukman, Community Engagement Officer

| 8/18/25 12:06 PM

For Alicia Crowell, pictured above on the left, giving back to her community isn’t just something she does in her spare time – it’s woven into the fabric of who she is. As a Financial Services Representative at First Foundation Bank’s Lucerne Valley branch, Alicia discovered a purpose in her volunteer work with the Lucerne Valley Academic and Vocational Scholarship Foundation.

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Celebrating Community and Creativity in Running Springs

By Emily Sukman, Community Engagement Officer

| 7/29/25 7:09 AM

At First Foundation Bank, we take pride in celebrating the incredible talents of our team members. This month, we’re thrilled to spotlight Francine Martin, Client Service Manager (CSM) at our Running Springs branch. Francine is not only a dedicated leader but also a passionate artist whose current focus is creating glass art.

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Volunteer of the Month - Heather Wertz, Naples, FL

By Emily Sukman, Community Engagement Officer

| 7/15/25 9:20 AM

At First Foundation Bank, we believe that banking is about more than transactions—it’s about building lasting relationships and investing in the communities we serve. Heather Wertz, Branch Manager of our 5th Avenue location in Naples, Florida, exemplifies this philosophy through her leadership and dedication to community engagement. Her efforts help keep banking personal and strengthen the foundation of the local community. For these reasons,..

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