Howard Bank Receives 2017 Best of Ellicott City Award for Banks and Credit Unions

Howard Bank, a locally owned community bank serving businesses, professionals and individuals in the Greater Baltimore area, announced today that it has received the 2017 Best of Ellicott City Award for the Banks and Credit Union category.

The annual Ellicott City Award program recognizes top local businesses that demonstrate an ability to grow despite economic challenges. Award-winners also demonstrate a strong commitment to the community, leading through customer services and community involvement.

“We are honored to receive this award from the Ellicott City Award program. We believe that business and community go hand-in-hand,” said Ms. Scully, President and CEO of Howard Bank. “Dedicating time to serving the community is the right path to ensure success for any institution. It has been remarkable to see the progress made from our collective efforts.”

The Ellicott City Award program selects one recipient from a number of categories, highlighting companies that exhibit small business values that prompt meaningful connections with customers. The program also evaluates companies based on their efforts to make Ellicott City a robust community to live, work and play.

Since its inception in 2003, Howard Bank has taken pride in calling Ellicott City its home, setting the standard for local outreach and community engagement efforts, despite opening more than a dozen branches throughout central Maryland.

In a direct response to the historic flood in 2016, the company leapt into action, launching a fundraiser to raise money for victims of the flood. The bank raised $20,000, which it donated to the Ellicott City Partnership to help local merchants and residents with their financial needs.

Taking an active role in Main Street’s restoration process, Howard Bank also spearheaded initiatives to raise awareness for flood victims by participating in local philanthropic events such as Small Business Saturday, Festival of the Trees and the Ellicott City annual holiday event, Midnight Madness.

“We want to build a bank that not only has an impact on the communities it serves, but leaves a legacy,” said Ms. Scully. “How do you leave a legacy? Hire leaders motivated and talented enough to make a difference.”

To learn more about The Best of Ellicott City Awards visit: http://ellicottcity.center-local.org/AboutUsUb.aspx