A Century of Innovation
Helping Alaskans succeed is at the heart of everything we do at First National Bank Alaska.
Since 1922, we’ve helped Alaskans move into dream homes, send kids to college, open new businesses, and plan for a comfortable retirement. Our focus has always been about looking forward. With a century of experience, local knowledge, and community investment, we’re here for the long haul to meet the financial needs of Alaskans when it matters most.
Here’s to working together to shape a brighter tomorrow for the next 100 years.
Your Stories Inspire Our Story
First National Bank Alaska has been Alaska’s community bank since 1922. We’re proud to help Alaskans shape a brighter tomorrow. Investing in your success as you take the leaps of faith, large and small, enriches communities across the state. Our incredible customers and employees have made this milestone possible – Thank you!
100 Years of Growth
Today, First National Bank Alaska, with billions of dollars in assets, employs more than 600 Alaskans as the state’s largest locally owned and operated bank. With 28 locations in 19 communities throughout the state, First National continues to be a part of Alaska’s history.
Winfield Ervin, Sr., opened the doors of First National Bank of Anchorage Jan. 30, 1922, with $500,000 in capital and 500 outstanding shares of stock. His actions set the bank on a journey that few could imagine. Throughout a century, this path led through the Great Depression, the Roaring 20s, a world war, earthquakes, economic booms and busts, ever-changing technology, a pandemic, and much more.
Throughout the Years
With the foresight to see opportunities and challenges in the road ahead, the resources to respond, and the flexibility and innovation to deal with the unexpected, First National Bank Alaska has been shaping tomorrow throughout Alaska’s history.
During the last century, First National has maintained the pillars of our success: financial strength, exceptional customer service, and a genuine interest in the success of Alaskans.
First National Proud
Alaskans helping Alaskans is the foundation of our success. We are First National Proud to be Alaska’s community bank, shaping tomorrow since 1922.