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First IB Secures $125,000 Grant for Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership

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First Internet Bank announced today that it has assisted the Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (INHP) in securing a $125,000 grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (FHLBank Indianapolis) through its new Community Multiplier–Member Match program. “We commend FHLBank Indianapolis for its novel approach. In addition to partnering with member banks and not-for-profits, they…

First Internet Bank Repeats As Top Workplace

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First Internet Bank was once again named one of Central Indiana’s Top Workplaces by The Indianapolis Star, earning a spot on the list for mid-sized companies for the twelfth consecutive year. Top Workplace rankings are based on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey that measures aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution and engagement. “We…

David Becker Named the 2025 Indianapolis Business Journal Mickey Maurer Entrepreneur of the Year

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David Becker, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of First Internet Bank and its parent company First Internet Bancorp (Nasdaq: INBK), has been named the recipient of the 2025 Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) Mickey Maurer Entrepreneur of the Year Award. This prestigious honor recognizes his pioneering contributions to digital banking and enduring impact on Indiana’s entrepreneurial and philanthropic…

First Internet Bank and Increase Receive American Banker’s Innovation of the Year Award

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First Internet Bank and Increase were named a winner in American Banker’s inaugural 2025 Innovation of the Year awards, achieving victory in the Payments category. The awards honor the most influential technology-focused innovations. First Internet Bank and Increase joined forces to deliver High-fidelity ACH – a tech solution that brings greater speed and reliability to…

First Internet Bank Adds Small Business Administration Business Development Officer

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First Internet Bank announced today the addition of Carlos Torres Jr. to its Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending team as Vice President, Senior Business Development Officer. “The SBA experience Carlos has is an asset to our team and our clients,” said First Internet Bank Vice President, National SBA Sales Manager Mark Gibson. “His proven ability…

First Internet Bank Welcomes Blake Sanderson as Commercial Real Estate Leader

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First Internet Bank today announced that J. Blake Sanderson has joined the organization as First Vice President, Commercial Real Estate Acquisition, Development and Construction. In this position, he will work to further expand relationships and a portfolio currently exceeding $1 billion in commitments. Mr. Sanderson succeeds Nick Campbell, who has been elevated to the role…

First Internet Bank Promotes David Bybee to Lead SBA Lending Team

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First Internet Bank announced today that David Bybee has been promoted to the newly created role of Senior Vice President, Government Guaranteed Lending. In his new role, he will oversee all aspects of First Internet Bank’s Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending operation, from origination through servicing. “Since his arrival, David has been a driving force…

First Internet Bank Expands Small Business Administration Lending Team

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First Internet Bank announced today that Austin Porter has joined the organization as Vice President, Business Development Officer. He joins the Bank’s growing Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending team – one currently among the Top 10 for SBA 7(a) lenders nationwide. “Austin is an important addition,” said First Internet Bank Vice President, National SBA Sales…

First Internet Bank Named 2024 Online Lender of the Year by Coleman Report

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First Internet Bank announced today that it has been named the 2024 Online Lender of the Year by Coleman Report, a leading publication in the small business lending industry. The publication’s annual awards celebrate financial institutions and individuals who demonstrate exceptional performance in Small Business Administration (SBA) lending. The Online Lender of the Year award…

First Internet Bank Recognized in GOBankingRates 2025 Best Banks Awards

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First Internet Bank announced today that it has been included in GOBankingRates’ 2025 Best Banks Awards. The bank received accolades in four categories: Best Checking account, Best Money Market, Best CD Rates and Top 10 CD Rates. To formulate its rankings, GOBankingRates evaluates l00 of the largest banks, online banks and neobanks across nine categories,…