The Fidelity Bank

One of the things I'm most proud of about working at Fidelity Bank is the way we put people first! That's why it's exciting to see Fidelity Bank recognized by Forbes as a Best-In-State Bank for the third consecutive year. Every day, I get to work alongside people who genuinely care about helping customers, supporting local businesses, and strengthening our communities. It's rewarding to be part of a team that continues to earn the trust of the people we serve. Congratulations to all of my fellow associates on this well-deserved recognition! Click to learn more: https://bit.ly/4oQZsg8

Partner buyouts don’t have to be complicated. With Fidelity Bank SBA Lending, your customers can access financing that makes the process manageable, offering lower down payments, larger loan amounts, and guidance every step of the way. Reach out to me today and let's discuss your customers' financing needs. https://lnkd.in/eTYcuAtu #PartnerBuyouts #RightByYou #SBALoans #SmallBusinessLending

Meet Michael Byers, Director of SBA Sales and Senior Vice President at Fidelity Bank. Michael brings extensive SBA lending experience and a passion for helping business owners achieve their goals. In his role, he leads a team of Business Development Officers, setting the vision, driving revenue, and fostering a collaborative culture across sales, credit, and operations to ensure every client receives guidance and support throughout the SBA process. With years of hands-on SBA experience, Michael loves helping business owners reach those major milestones. As he shared, “Whether it's starting a business, buying an existing business, or expanding, I have the privilege to help make that dream a reality.” Michael values Fidelity Bank’s culture of teamwork and customer-first approach, where every department works together to provide a smooth, efficient, and supportive experience. For him, SBA lending is not just about closing loans—it’s about building relationships, supporting entrepreneurs, and helping their businesses thrive. Outside of the office, Michael is a dedicated dad, car enthusiast, mountain biker, and active volunteer in his community.

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Recently, I had the pleasure of working with a small business owner in Aberdeen, NC, to help fund a real estate purchase through an SBA 7(a) loan for a coffee shop. Special thanks to our amazing SBA lending team at Fidelity Bank, underwriter Mollie Dunkelberger and closer Cindy Hofstetter , for their commitment and enthusiasm to this deal. #SBALending #RightByYou

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Lace up for a cause! On May 16, the GO FAR 5K & Fun Run—an event with a powerful purpose. 💙 GO FAR stands for Go Out For A Run, and it’s an organization dedicated to helping youth feel seen, supported, and celebrated. Every dollar donated goes directly toward helping a child go further in life. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, I’d love for you to join in making an impact. #GOFAR #GoOutForARun #CommunityImpact #YouthDevelopment #5KFunRun Sherry Wyche

🚀267 days to mastery: My Cybersecurity Commitment 🛡️ Day 8: 267: Intelligence Gathering Week 2 is officially underway! Today was all about sharpening my "Search Skills", mlearning how to efficiently gather intelligence and use the industry-standard databases that every security professional needs to master. 🧪 TryHackMe Lab: Search Skills I completed the Search Skills room today, which was a masterclass in OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) and vulnerability research. Shodan (TryScanMe): Practiced using Shodan to discover internet-connected devices, open ports, and service headers (like identifying Apache versions on a target server). VirusTotal (TryDetectMe): Analyzed suspicious files like invoice_payment.exe to see how many security vendors flagged it as malicious. Vulnerability Databases (CVE): Dove into the National Vulnerability Database to research CVE-2026-1337, a critical SQL injection vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0. Technical Documentation & GitHub: Practiced navigating man pages and searching GitHub for Proof of Concept (PoC) exploits like exploit.py for specific vulnerabilities. 🎓 Cisco Academy: Networking Basics (Module 1 Done!) I officially wrapped up Module 1: Communication in a Connected World today with a perfect 100% on the quiz! 🎯 Bandwidth vs. Throughput: Mastered the difference between theoretical capacity (Bandwidth) and the actual rate of data transfer (Throughput). Data Measurements: Getting comfortable with measuring data flow in Kbps, Mbps, and Gbps. Foundational Knowledge: Solidified my understanding of how bits travel across different physical media, from copper to fiber optics. My Takeaway: Today made me realize that hacking isn't just about running scripts, it's about the research. Knowing how to read a CVE report or find a PoC on GitHub is what separates a beginner from someone who actually understands the threat landscape. 8 days down, 259 to go. The search for knowledge continues. 🚀 #Day8 #CyberSecurity #OSINT #CVE #TryHackMe #CiscoNetworking #LCS #UNILAG #NetworkingBasics #BuildInPublic #NigeriaTech #OsehPraise

Meet Rob Forslund, Business Development Officer and Vice President at Fidelity Bank. Rob brings nearly a decade of SBA lending experience across credit, closing, loan sales, construction risk, and relationship management. Today, he helps finance SBA 7(a) and 504 transactions that support business acquisitions, real estate purchases, and growth initiatives for small business owners. With an entrepreneurial background, Rob chose SBA lending because it allows him to work closely with business owners and understand their goals from the inside out. As he shared, “One of the best parts about the job is getting to step into an entrepreneur’s shoes and understand their passions, their goals, and what they’re trying to do.” Rob believes what sets Fidelity Bank apart is its culture and commitment to doing what is right for the client. With the entire loan process handled in-house, from credit to closing and servicing, the team delivers a seamless and collaborative experience focused on long-term relationships. For Rob, SBA lending is about teamwork, trust, and structuring solutions that help businesses succeed. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active and traveling, and he has proudly reached a personal goal of visiting all seven continents.