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CORE Credit Union had a soft-opening for members at the beginning of February following the completion by Consultants and Builders, Inc. of their new 11,438 square foot main office and branch in the Market District.

Robert “Bob” Clampett, CORE Credit Union CEO, collaborated with Consultants & Builders, Inc. designers on the architectural and interior aesthetics of the new building to great success. The structure is easily recognizable as the signature building within the District itself, day and night.  Also, Clampett and his team at CORE CU have significantly increased their technology by implementing a host of mobile options that has helped modernize the credit union.  Likewise, the two-story headquarters is very modern with many technology upgrades.

Associated Credit Union recently began renovating with Consultants and Builders, Inc. their existing main office branch in Peachtree Corners, GA to incorporate ACU’s new prototype brand interior look and feel. Ultimately the branch will include (2) teller pods, a new member entrance, safe deposit boxes, a coffee bar, and dynamic marketing displays.

Consultants and Builders, Inc. recently completed flagship branches in Decatur and Ellenwood, Georgia for Associated Credit Union as they continue to grow their membership and brand.

Please stop by to visit us at CUNA GAC February 23 – 27 in Washington, D.C. We stand tall in this specialized business of designing, building, remodeling and branding for our credit union partners. Come share your vision for credit union growth with Norman & Kurt at Booth #574.

MidSouth Community Federal Credit Union recently celebrated the groundbreaking of its 10^th branch location. The credit union chose CBI to design and build its new branch as part of a program to update and enhance their overall market presence.  The new branch will be located at the corner of Hwy. 96 and Lake Joy Road, in Warner Robins, Georgia. Building construction on the new branch will begin this winter, with the branch expected to open in the fall of 2020.

“We’re excited for this opportunity to break ground here today.” said Roy Bibb, MidSouth Community FCU President & CEO. “We look forward to serving this community and expanding our business in Houston County. The business that we’re in is to make a difference in the lives of those that we serve, and this is a great opportunity to do that.”

Board Chairman, Harry Trawick, added, “I’m delighted that we’re here at last! We’ve been holding onto this piece of property for several years, and we think it’s going to be a wonderful location.”

Consultants and Builders, Inc. has been chosen by Bank of Clarendon to design and renovate a full service banking office originally built in 2012 by the same firm for the bank in Sumter, South Carolina. During the original construction, the bank and CBI set aside square footage for a future second floor build out. The Board of Directors sees the need in 2020 for more room as the bank continues to grow. This space will now be maximized with a full staircase, offices, boardroom, dormers, new paint, carpet, and lighting while remaining open to the public.

Bank of Clarendon is headquartered in Manning, South Carolina with multiple branches to serve its customers. For more than 80 years, the bank has been an integral part of the communities it serves.

Loyal Trust Bank celebrated the completion of a major renovation and addition to its new Johns Creek, GA headquarters with a grand opening ceremony on Friday, January 10, 2020. Energetic introductions and accolades were made by Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker, Bank President/CEO Charlie Brown, and Bank Board Chairwoman Rose Jarboe. Food and music were shared with about 350 local neighbors and businesses, including three separate Chambers of Commerce from Johns Creek, Gwinnett, and North Fulton.

Loyal Trust Bank is the first and only multi-cultural, Asian American Bank headquartered in the Johns Creek market and will serve the surrounding area with a hi-touch and hi-tech community banking style for business and consumer customers. By adding on square footage under the drive up canopy, the bank is able to house over 20 employees to a number of different positions. The bank will utilize a 2 person teller POD, drive-up remote tube and ATM as their delivery touch points.

Consultants & Builders, Inc., a leading design-build firm focusing exclusively on the development of financial institutions, designed and renovated the facility. Established in 1986, the company offers a wide range of services including facility design, interior design, and construction as well as branding and retail delivery services.

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