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The only Owner’s Rep serving Banks and Credit Unions

Serving the Financial Industry with the design, bid and build of new Headquarters, Branches and Renovations throughout the country.

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We’re on your side.

We are not just experienced financial institution executives. We are not just builders. We are an elite team combining the best of both.

You have a financial institution to lead and manage. We support your internal team as your Owner’s Representative, and represent only you. We sit on your side of the table and bring our national expertise to bear on your project.

DN Branch 360

Structure First looks forward to presenting this "one of a kind" solution to financial institutions throughout the country via our exciting partnership with Diebold Nixdorf.

Bridge The Physical And Digital With The Right Branch Design

So, Why Us?

Why

By working with an Owner’s Representative versus a Design/Build company, our model saves you an average of 20% or more. No embellishment!

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"As we embarked on this transformative journey to develop our new headquarters, I reflect on the many challenges we’ve faced since our initial meeting in June 2018. Each twist and turn have only strengthened our resolve to create a space that embodies our commitment to our members and community. Together with Structure First, we were not just building a new facility; we are laying the foundation for the future of Endurance Federal Credit Union."

Chris Bower
Chief Executive Officer
Endurance Federal Credit Union

"You and your company helped us tremendously with the project and I’m glad we retained your services. Your management allowed us to do our regular 'banking' job with the comfort of knowing you were overseeing the building project."

Jeff McCoy
President/CEO
Great Southern Bank

“The planning and construction of our new banking center was major undertaking for us. Having Brit Boatright and Structure First assist us in this process was a great help.”

G.C. (Kin) Kinney, III
Oxford Market President
Paragon Bank

"We are very pleased with our new Oxford Banking Center. The unique design is getting a lot of attention and helps us work efficiently."

Robert S. Shaw, Jr.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Paragon Bank

"I know Structure First is top notch (I’ve seen it firsthand)! I appreciate you addressing the potential cost increases regarding the tariffs today. Your advice and push back had me in the background cheering you on! Yea Eric - you tell them!! Glad you are in my corner, fighting the good fight!"

Angela Finn
President/CEO
Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union

Better Than Par: Banking, Buildings, and Bogeys

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Outtake from our podcast, "Better Than Par: Banking, Buildings, and Bogeys": In this episode Neil chatted with Dan Sutton, President/CEO, Kemba Credit Union. To hear this episode in full and our current season, please visit: https://structurefirst.com/podcast/.

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Happy Anniversary!

It was truly an honor to serve as Owner's Representative on behalf of Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union's beautiful new branch, which opened last fall in Port Clinton, OH!

We wish you continued success with this wonderful facility. As always, we remain On Your Side!

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Great day of team building in Lexington. Bet on us for your next branch project!! 

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Project Update: In the Home Stretch!

Mike and Brit are on site in Middletown, KY to check on the status of Abound Credit Union's new 3,702 sq. ft. branch, which is targeted to open shortly. As always, it is a pleasure working with Design Collaborative and Miranda Construction.

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Neil Kool is scaling new heights this week in Denver along with Diebold Nixdorf as they attend GoWest Credit Union Association’s Go West/Maxx 26 to discuss DN Branch 360. 

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Project Update: Here We Go!

Eric and Mike are on site to check on the status of Day Air Credit Union's new branch location in Troy, OH! As always, it is a pleasure working with CESO, INC. and Dryden Builders.

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Happy Anniversary!

It was truly an honor to serve as Owner's Representative on behalf of Endurance FCU's gorgeous corporate headquarters, which opened in Fall 2024 in Duncan, Oklahoma. 

We wish you continued success with this wonderful facility.

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Project Update: Looking Good!

Eric is on site in Lewistown, MT to check on the status of Fergus Federal Credit Union's main office renovation and addition. As always, it is a pleasure working with Diebold Nixdorf on this project, which is part of our DN Branch 360 (https://lnkd.in/gxbvYPgA) program.

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