MEDIA ADVISORY: Eagle Bank to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

ST. LOUIS - Oct. 8, 2015 - PRLog -- Eagle Bank and Trust announced today the company's plans for celebrating the ribbon cutting of its new branch location at 4100 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108.  The ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for October 14th at 10:00 am.

During a brief presentation, President and CEO Michael Walsh will discuss the initiatives the bank is taking to address the needs of small businesses and families, which have been historically underserved in this neighborhood of St. Louis City. This entirely new branch, located in the renovated St. Louis Housing Authority building, will feature new, innovative financial products targeting the emerging needs of customers located in this area.

Tishaura Jones, Treasurer of the City of St. Louis will also speak on efforts the City of St. Louis is taking to improve financial literacy and empower historically underserved populations throughout the metropolitan area.

For more information, contact Nathan Nelson, CRA Officer at 314-647-9991.

Who:      Michael Walsh, President & CEO of Eagle Bank

Tishaura Jones, Treasurer, City of St. Louis

Will Jordan, Equal Housing & Opportunity Council

What:     Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

When:    Wednesday, October 14th, 10:00 am

Where:  4100 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108

Media opportunities Include:

·         Learning about unique and innovative services being offered at this new bank branch including US Postal services and free utility bill paying services.

·         Interview Eagle CEO and City Treasurer about financial literacy programs.

·         Interview neighborhood civic leaders and minority business owners on the need for access to working capital for emerging businesses in the mid-town area.

·         Visuals include color renderings of multi-million dollar rehab of existing building.

About Eagle Bank and Trust Company of Missouri, Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender

Established in 1911, Eagle Bank and Trust, is a locally owned and operated community bank that strives to enhance the economic vitality in the communities it serves.  With more than $900 million in assets, Eagle Bank delivers a full range of competitive banking products and services through 13p full service branches located in St. Louis and Jefferson Counties and in Perryville, Missouri. The bank is recognized throughout the region for its excellent customer service, and superior financial products.