First Southwest Bank

Your Next Opportunity Starts Here📣

First Southwest Bank is looking for a Marketing & Communications Specialist to join our team in Alamosa, Colorado! This role offers the opportunity to develop engaging content, support community initiatives, strengthen our brand, and help tell the stories that make our communities thrive.

✨ Creative and collaborative work environment
✨ Meaningful impact across Southern Colorado
✨ Competitive benefits and growth opportunities

📍 Location: Alamosa, CO

🔗 Ready to apply? Visit our careers page and learn more:

Careers | First Southwest Bank We are seeking new team members who are driven to succeed, eager to take on new challenges and open to collaborating with diverse colleagues.

Big Ideas. Bold Businesses. Strong Communities.💡

First Southwest Bank will be in Durango, October 5-9 for West Slope Startup Week! A free event packed with opportunities for entrepreneurs, business owners, and innovators to connect and learn.

Attending? We'd love to meet you!

Stop by, say hello, and let's talk about building strong businesses and thriving communities. 🤝

📅 Register today and join us: https://westslopestartupweek.com/

Government reimbursement delays don’t just slow down operations, they can stall community impact.

One Bridge Loan Fund customer shared how the program changed their trajectory:
“The program extended our runway and removed the stress of waiting on lengthy reimbursement checks. Because of this support, we were able to hire two community members part‑time to help advance our mission of growing food locally.” - Bridge Loan Fund Customer

Affordable, accessible capital is helping Colorado nonprofits stay focused on what matters: serving their communities.

Max loan: $250,000 | Rate: 2% | 6-month term | Unsecured

Apply today: https://www.fswb.bank/business/colorado-nonprofit-bridge-loan-fund

The Colorado Nonprofit Bridge Loan Fund is supported by The The Denver Foundation , Colorado Gives Foundation , The Colorado Trust , Boettcher Foundation , and Gates Family Foundation , First Southwest Community Fund and Colorado impact investors. First Southwest Bank, a certified CDFI, administers the fund.

Power Your Next Adventure⚡

Hit the trails, cruise around town, and enjoy the freedom of an e-bike. First Southwest Bank offers financing options, and eligible Colorado residents may qualify for valuable e-bike rebates.

Get moving today: https://www.fswb.bank/personal/electric-bicycle-loans:

Building Connections Across Colorado🌄

First Southwest Bank is heading to the Drive | Lead | Succeed Conference 2026, where economic development leaders, business professionals, nonprofit organizations, and community partners from across Colorado come together to share ideas, build connections, and help shape a stronger future for our communities.

If you're attending, we'd love to meet you! Stop by, say hello, and learn how First Southwest Bank is helping support community growth!

📅 See you in Cripple Creek!

👉 Register today and be part of the conversation: https://edcconline.org/drive-lead-succeed-conference-2026/

Find Your New Office in Pagosa Springs🔑

Looking for a professional workspace? Flexible office suites from 160 to 1,585 sq. ft. are available in the newly remodeled First Southwest Bank building, conveniently located off Highway 160.

✅ Move-in ready
✅ Shared conference room
✅ Ample parking
✅ Flexible suite options

📍 Schedule a tour or learn more today: https://www.fswb.bank/pagosa-office-space

Is Employee Ownership the Right Next Step for Your Business? 🤝

Discover how employee ownership can support business continuity, strengthen company culture, and create long-term value.

Join Eric Guttormson from FSWB and Colorado's Employee Ownership Commissioner, along with Libby Lukens and Ryan Mazzola.

📅 Tuesday, September 23
🕘 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Learn the fundamentals, explore ownership models, and connect with others interested in this growing business strategy.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/edc-insights-series-employee-ownership-as-a-business-model-tickets-1992386284009

Find More Than a Job. Find a Purpose 🌟

At First Southwest Bank, we're passionate about helping people, businesses, and communities thrive.

If you're looking for meaningful work and a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

See open positions and apply today: https://www.fswb.bank/about/careers

Closed for the Federal Holiday

All First Southwest Bank branches will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of the federal holiday.

We’ll reopen with normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8th

Don’t forget — you can still access your accounts anytime, anywhere through Online & Mobile Banking. 💻

Connect. Collaborate. Create Impact!

Join Us at the 2026 La Plata EDA Summit!🤝

We're excited to share that First Southwest Bank will be attending the 2026 Alliance Summit, a unique opportunity to connect with leaders, innovators, and changemakers working to strengthen communities and create lasting impact.

We hope to see you there!

✅ Register today and join the conversation:

2026 Alliance Summit hosted on Whova September 10, 2026, Ignacio, CO