Grand opening ceremonies are set for Sept. 16 at 4:30 p.m. for Northwest Georgia Bank’s newest branch at Two North Shore on Manufacturer’s Road. It is the 104-year-old community bank’s 10th branch and the first LEED-certified or “green” bank building in Tennessee, according to officials at the U.S. Green Building Council.
LEED™ is the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating system used to identify and measure high performance, environmentally-responsible buildings.
"With the eco-commitment gaining a lot of steam already in Chattanooga, naturally we wanted to join our friends and neighbors in doing our part. When we decided to build our North Shore branch LEED-certified, we had no idea that it would draw so much attention; we just knew it was smart business and the right thing to do for the neighborhood," said Scott Smith, president & COO."More than a year after that decision, it's now evident that there is a real environmental effort going on, and not just here in Chattanooga, but all over the U.S.," he said. "We think it's a real trend with positive, sustainable impact, and one we're happy to support. The Two North Shore Branch will demonstrate Northwest Georgia Bank's commitment to the community and the environment.”
Some LEED features of the North Shore branch:
--Alternative transportation, including public transportation access, bicycle racks and storage, along with a shower and changing room;
--Water efficiency, including water-efficient landscaping and plumbing;
--Materials & resources management, including using recycled building materials and regional materials requiring less fuel emissions to deliver, as well as recycling 50-75 percent of construction waste;
--Indoor environmental air quality, including using low-emitting VOC materials (like adhesives, carpet, paint) that contribute to good indoor air quality and an architectural design that uses lots of light.
"Chattanooga has earned a worldwide reputation as a city concerned about its environment, and it seems only fitting that we do our part to help sustain this image," said Wes Smith, Chairman & CEO.
"And this is more than a token step. Our Northwest Georgia Bank Foundation recently awarded a $5,000 grant to the Lookout Mountain Conservancy, a regional land trust focusing on conservation efforts on Lookout Mountain. We are proud to be a part of that environmental effort, as well," he said. "Whether it’s being green or other civic efforts, you will find Northwest Georgia Bank expressing a genuine devotion to the communities we serve."
At about 6,500 square feet, the new branch will offer full-service banking, investments by Raymond James Financial, mortgage services, Internet access, and free gourmet coffee. Opening with a staff of 11, it is the fourth of several new branches planned for the Chattanooga area, including sites on Hwy. 58 and East Brainerd Road.
About Northwest Georgia Bank…
When banks are expanding overnight and vanishing the next day, Northwest keeps growing the right way--one customer at a time. Our Northwest Way of banking led to 2008 Business of the Year awards in Chattanooga and Catoosa County and has made us Chattanooga’s largest community bank.* In 2007, the Bank and its Foundation donated more than $721,000 to local charities, while employees documented more than 4,000 community service hours. Our 104-year history has earned us a reputation for quick local decision-making, naturally friendly people and genuine devotion to the communities we serve. Visit our online branch at www.northwestgabank.com. *Source: Business Tennessee Magazine
General information…
Northwest Georgia Bank — North Shore Branch
319 Manufacturers Road
Chattanooga, TN 37405
423-757-4600
Lobby Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – noon
Drive-Thru Hours:
Monday – Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – noon
Staff:
Stacie Phillips, assistant vice president-branch manager
Lisa Raff, assistant branch manager
Patten Smith, vice president-commercial loans
Sammy George, vice president-business development
Gary Anderson, business development officer
Michael Pope, Raymond James financial advisor
Allan Jones, mortgage originator
Julie Raikes, Karen Givens, and Stacey Seabrook: financial services representatives
Brooks White, head teller
Tiffany Callahan, assistant head teller
Kyle Bleeker, Amanda Williams: tellers
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The Two North Shore and its tenants are partnering with the Photographic Society of Chattanooga and AVA, the Association for Visual Arts, to present a new annual jurried photographic competition: "Picture Tomorrow: Using Photography to Embody the Future We Value." The purpose of the contest is to show the Chattanooga community a composite image of itself that can inspire all of us to grow the things we value and work for a future we can all enjoy. Category-winning photographers will receive a $50 gift certificate from the sponsoring store and will be invited to exhibit and sell their work at a weekend exhibition that will be held at Two North Shore in late October. A free workshop on how to prepare for exhibiting will be offered to winners by the Photographic Society of Chattanooga. For a complete list of rules and entry forms visit www.chattanoogaphoto.org
Picture Tomorrow Categories
1. Love of Food - Eating, cooking, growing... food is a basic necessity of life, but it's also a passion. (sponsored by Greenlife Grocery)
2. Outdoor Sports - Climbing, paddling, biking, trail running... show us how you discover the world around you. (sponsored by Rock/Creek Outfitters)
3. Chattanooga Landmarks - What do we see when we think of our town? Show us the landmarks that shape the mental maps of Chattanooga. (sponsored by Northwest Georgia Bank)
4. Southeast Landscape - Seeing the land is the first step toward protecting it in the future. Show us the land you want your great-great grandchildren to see. (sponsored by Bill Shores Frames & Gallery)
5. Community - People make a community: working, playing, building, helping. Show us community in action. (sponsored by North Shore Yoga)
6. Children at Play - Learning at its best is playing. Show us children at any age, playing and being kids. (sponsored by Learning Express)
7. Nature - Animals and plants, weather and water... wherever we are, nature surrounds us and supports us. (sponsored by Larimar MedSpa)
8. The Sky Above - From the moon and stars to lightning, rainbows, sunsets, eclipses, auroras and more... the sky has always inspired dreams and wonder. (sponsored by New Moon Gallery)
9. Fashion - From classic beautiful looks to haute couture, show us how fashion inspires you. Capture a unique fashion look with an emphasis on clothing, hair and makeup. Show us a progressive editorial look, not just portraiture. (sponsored by hair a go*go)
10. Family and Friends - Children thrive in a nurturing and loving environment. Show us children surrounded by families and friends. (sponsored by WiggleWorm)
11. Color - From saturated to subtle, color is all around us. Capture the true feelings of color and how it plays an important part in our everyday lives here in Chattanooga. (sponsored by B.D. Burke Interiors)
12. Beauty - True beauty grows from inside. Show us that kind of beauty: visible to the eye and growing from within. (sponsored by Dayle May Jewelers)
13. Strong Women - Strength can have to many sources, so many reasons. Physically, emotionally or otherwise... show us strong, powerful women. (sponsored by Willa Collection)
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