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August 12, 2026
Posted in In the News
LANSING, Mich. — August 11, 2026 — First National Bank of Michigan (FNBM) is pleased to announce that Dan Shanahan has joined the organization as Lansing Branch Manager. In his new role, Shanahan will lead the bank’s Lansing branch and focus on delivering exceptional service while strengthening relationships with clients and the local business community. …
August 12, 2026
Posted in In the News
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — August 9, 2026 — First National Bank of Michigan (FNBM) is pleased to announce the addition of Troy Butler as Vice President & Chief Business Development Officer. In this role, Butler will focus on developing new business relationships, strengthening existing partnerships and helping advance the bank’s growth strategy across its markets. …
August 4, 2026
Posted in Security Updates
The Federal Communications Commission(FCC) published an advisory warning consumers about bank impersonation scams and offering tips for avoiding them. Bank impersonation scams account for the highest losses of any impersonation scam category, with victims often losing everything in their accounts, according to the advisory. The scams typically pressure consumers to take immediate action to secure their …
August 4, 2026
Posted in News
Payment fraud continues to be one of the greatest financial threats facing businesses today. As fraudsters become more sophisticated, relying on stolen checks, altered checks, and unauthorized electronic payments, businesses need stronger safeguards to protect their accounts. First National Bank of Michigan’s Positive Pay and ACH Positive Pay services provide an added layer of security …
July 31, 2026
Posted in News
If you have substantial cash balances, protecting your deposits while keeping your banking simple can be a challenge. Fortunately, IntraFi® Cash Service® (ICS®) and Certificate of Deposit Account Registry Service® (CDARS®) make it possible to access multi-million-dollar FDIC insurance all while working directly with First National Bank of Michigan. What Are ICS and CDARS? Both …
July 31, 2026
Posted in News
Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and one of the most damaging scams targeting businesses today is Business Email Compromise (BEC). These attacks rely on deception—not malware—to convince employees to send money or sensitive information to fraudsters. In a typical BEC scam, criminals pose as a trusted executive, vendor, customer, or business partner using a spoofed …
July 12, 2026
Posted in News
Building a new home from the ground up is an exciting journey, but it requires careful financial planning. One of the most efficient ways to finance your new build is through the One Close Home Construction Loan provided by First National Bank of Michigan. We simplify the financing process by combining construction and mortgage financing …
June 12, 2026
Posted in In the News
Kalamazoo, MI – June 12, 2026 – First National Bank of Michigan (FNBM) proudly announces the promotions of the Executive and Senior Leaders within the Bank. Daniel E. Bitzer, newly titled Executive Chairman of First National Bank of Michigan, proudly passes the title of President to Jefra A. Groendyk, Senior Lender. Senior Leadership Matthew J. …
April 24, 2026
Posted in Customer Focus
Brian Steensma, Principle of Steensma Lawn & Power Equipment and a long-time customer of First National Bank of Michigan, talks about the relationship he’s built with our team—and why it matters. Click the title to view the testimonial video.
January 30, 2026
Posted in Security Updates
QR codes have become an integral part of our everyday life due to their simplicity. While they’ve been around for many years, their use exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic, when businesses turned to them for contactless menus, payments, and check-ins. While QR codes are convenient, they also present significant risks. In the past few years, cybercriminals …
