We Know The Rules
And how to play the game
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.
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.
So, Why Us?
By working with an Owner’s Representative versus a Design/Build company, our model saves you an average of 20% or more. No embellishment!
Take a peek at the next installment of our new Podcast, Better Than Par.
Season 1, Episode 3, which drops shortly, features Neil Kool chatting with Dan Sutton, President/CEO, Kemba Credit Union as they discuss "Banking, Buildings and Bogeys." Look for this episode to drop shortly. To hear the prior episode, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dnGqx5PzjA&t=253s.
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Project Update: On the Way!
Eric is in Charleston, WV to check on the progress of Poca Valley Bank’s beautiful new 12,000 sq. ft. branch. This amazing corner location will definitely be a highlight for Charleston!
As always, it’s a pleasure to work alongside Agsten Construction and Design Collaborative.
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In the Field: Pleased as Punch!
Eric was on site in Covington, LA reviewing punch list items for EPIC Federal Credit Union’s stunning new 6,880 sq. ft. branch and operations center, which is targeted to open soon! As always, it is an honor and a pleasure to work with Kern Architects and Voelkel McWilliams Construction, LLC.
It is truly an honor to serve as Owner’s Representative on behalf of this exciting project. As always, we remain On Your Side!
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Structure First, the only Owner’s Representative serving Banks and Credit Unions
Lights, camera, action! Neil is in the studio with Dan Sutton, President/CEO, Kemba Credit Union as they discuss "Banking, Buildings and Bogeys" for the next installment of Structure First`s new podcast, "Better Than Par." Look for this exciting and informative episode to drop shortly! To hear the prior episode, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dnGqx5PzjA&t=193s.
Structure First, the only Owner’s Representative serving Banks and Credit Unions
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15 years and counting! Neil Kool enjoyed a wonderful lunch with Bryan Meyers, CEO, VacationLand Federal Credit Union, which we proudly recognize as our first client back in 2011.
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Structure First, the only Owner’s Representative serving Banks and Credit Unions
Happy Anniversary! It was truly an honor to serve as Owner`s Representative on behalf of River Valley Credit Union`s beautiful 2,500 sq-ft branch, which opened in March 2025 in Middletown, OH. We wish you continued success with this beautiful facility.
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Structure First, the only Owner’s Representative serving Banks and Credit Unions
Neil Kool is proud to represent Structure First as we team up with Diebold Nixdorf at this week’s #GAC2026! If you’re attending, be sure to stop by Booth #1237 to learn more about DN Branch 360, the only end-to-end solution from one source for technology, design, and build.
Structure First, the only Owner’s Representative serving Banks and Credit Unions
#ownersrepresentative #financialinstitution
On the way to #GAC2026! Will we see you there? Structure First is excited to team up with Diebold Nixdorf at one of our favorite annual events. If you’re attending, be sure to stop by Booth #1237 to learn more about DN Branch 360, the only end-to-end solution from one source for technology, design, and build.
Structure First, the only Owner’s Representative serving Banks and Credit Unions
#ownersrepresentative #financialinstitution #structurefirst
