Building a Banking Relationship: What Are the Steps to Selecting the Right Financial Partner

​In this session, Lauren Schellinger from Impressia Bank will explore the critical attributes to look for as you select a financial partner. Whether a company is following a venture or a more standard path, the right financial institution can make a big difference in the rate of growth your company is able to achieve. We will review the essential questions to ask and the information you should have on hand before meeting with a bank or fintech partner.

​Lauren Schellinger is Vice President and Regional Relationship Manager at Impressia Bank, where she oversees business lending across the New York market. With 18 years of commercial banking experience, she provides full-service banking solutions with a focus on financial literacy and creative underwriting for women-owned businesses. Her expertise includes credit structuring, international trade, treasury management, and depository services. Lauren is actively involved in the community, serving on the Girl Scouts of Western New York board and on finance committees for multiple local nonprofits. She holds a BA from Colgate University and is a Certified Treasury Professional.