Return to Press ReleasesBBB and First National Bank 1870 Partner for Bi-Annual Fall Shred DaySeptember 24, 2024 Albuquerque, N.M. – The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is partnering with First National Bank 1870,part of Sunflower Bank, N.A., to host its bi-annual Shred Day event this fall. First National Bank 1870, is committed to providing tailored financial solutions for the communities it serves. First National Bank 1870 offers a full range of relationship-focused services to support personal, business, and wealth management objectives. These services include commercial and specialty banking, wealth management, and comprehensive business and personal financial solutions. As cybersecurity threats such as hacking, malware, and ransomware continue to rise, banks like First National Bank 1870 are proactive in helping their customers manage these risks. While shredding sensitive documents and recycling e- waste are effective ways to safeguard personal information, additional measures can provide even greater protection. One such offering from First National Bank 1870 is cyber liability insurance. This type of coverage is designed to provide financial support in the event of a cyber breach or significant data loss. It may also include training and loss-control measures to help reduce the risk of a breach or mitigate its effects. "First National Bank 1870 is proud to partner with the BBB to support our community's efforts to safeguard their sensitive information,” said David Swope, President and CEO of BBB. "Shred Day provides an important opportunity for individuals and businesses to securely dispose of their confidential materials while raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity." - MORE - First National Bank 1870 participated in a panel discussion this past spring on the importance of securing personal identification, marking the beginning of a series of collaborations with the BBB. The next partnership event, the Fall Shred Day, will take place on October 19th, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at First National Bank 1870 (7300 Jefferson St NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109). This bi-annual, free event offers document shredding, and e-recycling. Participants will also receive valuable education on securely destroying sensitive documents and e-waste to help prevent and reduce identity theft. “First National 1870, partnering with the Better Business Bureau of New Mexico and SW Colorado, is a valuable opportunity that elevates our credibility and showcases our dedication to ethical business practices and customer satisfaction. Hosting the Shred Day at our location is a privilege, allowing us to assist individuals and families across New Mexico in protecting their personal information while supporting the community,” said Johnny R. Cordova, Vice President, Business Relationship Banker for First National 1870. For more information about First National Bank 1870 visit www.firstnational1870.com, or more information about the BBB visit BBB.org or on the BBB social media sites @BBBNMCO. BBB: The Sign of a Better Business. ABOUT FIRST NATIONAL BANK 1870: Operating as Sunflower Bank, First National 1870 and Guardian Mortgage, Sunflower Bank, N.A. provides financial solutions to the individual communities it serves. With $7.7 billion in assets as of September 30, 2023, headquarters in Denver, bank locations in five states, and mortgage capabilities in more than 40 states, Sunflower Bank, N.A. provides a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business and wealth management financial objectives. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. First National 1870 and Guardian Mortgage are divisions of Sunflower Bank, N.A. ABOUT BBB: Better Business Bureau® has empowered people to find businesses, brands, and charities they can trust for over 110 years. In 2021, people turned to BBB more than 200 million times for BBB Business Profiles on 6.3 million businesses and Charity Reports on 25,000 charities, free at BBB.org. Local, independent BBBs can be found across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, including BBB Serving New Mexico and Southwest Colorado, which was founded in 1945 and serves 33 counties between New Mexico and Southwest Colorado. - ### - Link: http://https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUJxHsYf2LCKZzAZlTIP5iBdr0qGmluv/view?usp=drive_link Submitted: 09/23/24 Article By: Better Business Bureau Serving New Mexico and SW Colorado |