For over 86 years, First Guaranty Bank has proudly served the people of Louisiana and Texas. With today’s ever changing economy, there is one thing that will not change and that is First Guaranty Bank’s commitment to our customers.With the power to make loan decisions on a local level we have the strength to help meet the needs and expectations of our customers. While other banks may come and go, First Guaranty Bank continues to have the power of three generations of banking trust.
Our Mission
The mission of First Guaranty Bank and First Guaranty Bancshares is to increase the shareholder value while providing financial services for and contributing to the growth and welfare of the communities we serve.
Our Values and Goals
Customers
We believe that each customer is our most important customer and should be treated as such. We endeavor to provide levels of service that exceed the expectations of all our customers.
Employees
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset as demonstrated in their professionalism and dedication. We encourage open communications and strive to cultivate an entrepreneurial environment in which our employees feel highly responsible for the performance of the bank, and an environment where they will contribute new ideas and innovations that will help us excel.
Stockholders
We seek to enhance stockholder value by continually improving the quality of earnings, growth in earnings, return on equity and dividend payout.
Community
We strive to be a socially responsible corporate citizen by supporting community activities and encouraging our employees to be actively involved in our communities. We are committed to the success of the communities that we serve, the same communities our employees call home. Our goal is to participate in making our communities better places in which to live, work and play.