Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands earns Industry Appreciation Award
Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands was recently recognized with a 2018 Industry Appreciation Award from the Horizon Council and Lee County Economic Development Office at the awards program at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Estero.
The Business Citizenship Award for businesses with up to 50 employees was presented to Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands for its financial, volunteer and active involvement in community organizations and programs that create a better quality of business and civic life in Lee County.
The bank was chosen because it “is invested in the success and well-being of its customers and community. In its 20 years, the bank has given in excess of $2.5 million in sponsorships, donations and support to the community. Bank leadership gives generously of their personal time, talents and resources to benefit those in need through local nonprofits, serving as leaders who inspire other businesses, employees and customers,” program organizers said in a prepared statement.
The award was accepted by bank President Robbie Roepstorff and Chief Executive Officer Geoffrey W. Roepstorff. They attended the event with staff members, as well as guests.
“To call yourself a community bank, you really have to be part of the fabric of the community,” she said. “That means giving back to the community that gives to you. That’s been our philosophy from day one.”