Mount Pleasant Magazine Sept/Oct 2020

113 www.TopTenHomesSold.com | www.MountPleasantAgents.com | www.IOPagents.com B ank of the Lowcountry opened the doors to their brand- new Mount Pleasant branch earlier this year, but when you step into the lobby, the friendly staff will make you feel like they’ve been a part of our community forever. A humble beginning is one reason why this bank puts customer satisfaction above all else. The Bank of the Lowcountry was founded in the small town of Walterboro, South Carolina by a group of 10 businessmen. They saw a need in their community for an establishment that understood the unique demands of the individuals and businesses that made the town special. Now, they’ve brought that same spirit to the new Mount Pleasant branch, offering prompt, efficient service with a personal touch. While Bank of the Lowcountry has only been open in Mount Pleasant for a short time, they’re already making an impact. When local businesses began to feel the COVID-19 effects of decreased traffic and mandatory closures, Bank of the Lowcountry quickly stepped in to offer business owners assistance and peace of mind. Williford Roofing and Construction is one business that had a relationship with a big-name bank, but when concerns started to mount about the future, they felt that a local bank would be more invested in helping them obtain a PPP loan to weather tough times ahead. “We were worried that with all of the uncertainty, people weren’t going to be taking on renovation projects,” said office manager Bailey Huffstetler. Bank of the Lowcountry took a hands-on approach, providing Williford Roofing with the guidance, efficiency and responsiveness you would expect from a local establishment. “They were very pleasant to work with and allowed us to continue to do business without worrying about the future,” beamed Huffstetler. Outside of business lending, Bank of the Lowcountry offers the myriad of financial solutions you would expect to find at a bank — with an unexpected level of flexibility. “Our focus is always exceptional customer service,” noted the bank’s president, Gwen Bunton. “One of the ways that we achieve that is by tailoring our offerings to meet each individual’s needs.” Whether that means personalizing checking and savings accounts or finding the right lending option for your next big purchase, Bunton emphasized, “Our vision is that Bank of the Lowcountry be the bank that everyone thinks of first when they have any type of need. At the newMount Pleasant location, branch manager Jerry Vereen and his staff are proud to know all of their customers personally and are excited about bringing their brand of community banking to East Cooper. They aim to be not just your bankers, but also your neighbors and friends. Bank of the Lowcountry is truly a one-stop-shop for all of your financial needs, including relationships you can bank on. BY LINDSAY C. BISHOP Relationships You Can Bank On Bank of the Lowcountry in East Cooper For more information, visit their website at banklowcountry.com, or stop by the branch, located at 767 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant branch, located at 767 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. expert advice