First National Credit Card Center is the new consumer credit card issuer for Citizens Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Citizens Republic Bancorp, according to First National Credit Card Center President Stephen Eulie. Citizens Republic Bancorp Inc. is the 43rd largest bank holding company in the U.S. The Citizens Bank partnership represents one of the largest agent bank relationships in FNCCC’s portfolio.
“We are very excited about this new agent bank relationship, which was a result of Citizens Bank’s acquisition of Republic Bank last year,” Eulie reported. “There is a large amount of opportunity for both institutions. Citizens Bank’s vast branch network, motivated sales staff, and existing customer base combined with FNCCC’s marketing and industry experience make this an industry leading partnership. We look forward to the future successes of the program.”
About Citizens Republic Bancorp
Citizens Republic Bancorp is a diversified financial services company providing a wide range of commercial, consumer, mortgage banking, trust and financial planning services to a broad client base. Citizens Republic Bancorp serves communities in Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio and Indiana as Citizens Bank and Republic Bank and in Iowa as F&M Bank, with more than 270 offices and 280 ATMs. Citizens Republic Bancorp is the second-largest bank holding company headquartered in Michigan with roots dating back to 1871. Citizens Republic is the 43rd largest bank holding company headquartered in the United States with $14 billion in assets. More information about Citizens Republic Bancorp is available at http://www.citizensbanking.com.
About First National of Nebraska
First National of Nebraska has grown into the largest private banking company in the United States. First National and its affiliates have over $18 billion in managed assets and over 7,500 employee associates located across the United States. Primary banking offices are located in Nebraska, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota and Texas.
