Community Bank of the Bay
Established in 1996, Community Bank of the Bay (CBB) is an independent, community-focused bank. Our mission is to foster and promote economic development in the communities we serve. We take the time to listen, understand, and develop customized financial solutions to support the needs of businesses. CBB is a FDIC member, SBA Preferred Lender, and a CDARS depository institution. We are California’s first FDIC-insured certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).
Featured Contributions
It’s Time to Safeguard Your Business
As technology changes at lightning speeds, so do a business’s vulnerabilities. Small and medium-sized businesses…
Cash Flow Management Basics
Small business owners often look at their finances from a profit and loss perspective, but…
Why Bank Locally?
Hi, I’m Daniel Fujimoto from Community Bank of the Bay’s (CBB’s) Danville office. Big-multinational banks…
Danville Nonprofit Finds Success in Challenging Times
For nonprofit organizations, it can feel like feast or famine when it comes to gathering…
Fraud Prevention in 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic forced a number of industries to quickly pivot to the online world….
What You Need To Know About Funding Your New Small Business
Hi, I’m David Meyer from Community Bank of the Bay’s Danville office. Entrepreneurship is a…
Financial Literacy Programs for Your Business
Business owners and managers often think about training their employees directly within their subject matter…
The Benefits of a Business Line of Credit
If you need an influx of capital for your business, usually the first thing that…
Starting a Small Business?
Hi, my name is Steve Layshock, from Community Bank of the Bay in the Danville…
When is the right time to switch banks?
Hi, my name is Margie Perry, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Community Bank of the…
SBA Loans 101
Hi I’m Steve Layshock, with Community Bank of the Bay in Danville. Often, finding small business…
Financing Real Estate Projects
Hi, I’m Tom Rodriguez, SVP, Construction Loan Officer at Community Bank of the Bay. I…
Financial Tips
Hi, I’m David Meyer, SVP/Regional Manager at Community Bank of the Bay’s (CBB) Danville branch….
Simple, Sustainable Changes for Your Business
Hi, I’m Rob Holden, Managing Director of the Bay Area Green Fund at Community Bank…
“Because we’re here for you!”
Hi, I’m Margie Perry, and I’m a banker with Community Bank of the Bay in…