Brighton Commerce Bank’s employees, board members and customers celebrated the bank’s 10th anniversary in 2007. We marked the milestone in June with a giveaway of 10 Michigan vacation packages to help support our state’s challenged economy.
| Earning business by serving our community with honesty and integrity. |
Being known as the only local community bank in Brighton, we have earned the respect and trust that comes from honest business dealings and providing excellent service. Therefore, we have business opportunities communicated to us by numerous spheres of influence. For instance, we provided the financing to rebuild the Spirit Center, a Veterans Affairs building that was renovated to accommodate the local American Legion. The building now has an enhanced banquet hall to accommodate social functions for veterans as well as the community.
In 2007, we marked the 10th consecutive year that we have reported 100 percent employee participation in the United Way of Livingston County campaign. Our leadership as an early campaign Pacesetter makes us a role model in United Way giving for other businesses in the county. Our board members and officers were active with the United Way throughout the campaign. The bank and employees also volunteer time or money to support 55 local organizations.
The holiday season kicks off in Brighton with our annual customer appreciation open house. Held eight days before Thanksgiving, this event each year attracts more than 200 people, including local VIPs, politicians and customers. The event is beautifully catered by our customer, C&C Catering.
The Birdie Day and Golf Ball Drop in November has become our signature event. Last year was our third year as the major sponsor with proceeds going to the Gleaners Community Food Bank. It grossed more than $17,000 and hundreds of turkeys were donated in exchange for a round of golf at one of our area’s finest golf courses.
As we focus on our second decade in business, the team at Brighton Commerce Bank is committed to earning business by serving our community with honesty and integrity.
— Gary T. Nickerson Sr., President & CEO