Locality Bank Partners with ChatBiz to Unlock Growth Resources for South Florida's Small Businesses

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Locality Bank and ChatBiz are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to help local businesses access mission-based, NGO, and government resources. This collaboration reinforces both organizations' commitment to empowering South Florida's entrepreneurs.

Local businesses are the backbone of the economy, and Locality Bank believes banking should go beyond loans and deposits. The partnership enables business owners to leverage a broad network of growth tools, simplifying the process of finding and applying for grants, loans, certifications, and other development programs.

"At Locality Bank, our mission is to empower local businesses to maximize their potential," said Keith Costello, CEO of Locality Bank. "By partnering with ChatBiz, we make it easier for entrepreneurs to access the resources they need to grow."

Javier Jorge, Director of Government Guaranteed Lending for Locality Bank and Founder and CEO of ChatBiz, says his experience in SBA lending revealed a clear need. "I see how challenging it can be for entrepreneurs to navigate available resources," said Jorge. "ChatBiz removes the guesswork and streamlines the process, matching businesses with their qualified opportunities."

ChatBiz's smart matching technology quickly connects businesses to targeted growth resources. Through this partnership, entrepreneurs can seamlessly transition to Locality's comprehensive banking services, including business checking, lending products, and treasury management solutions, with automatic eligibility matching. This collaboration eliminates the stress of multiple applications, allowing South Florida entrepreneurs to focus on what matters most—growing their businesses.

Local business owners are encouraged to visit ChatBiz.us to join the waitlist and gain early access to this innovative platform.

About ChatBiz

ChatBiz is a platform designed to help small businesses access mission-based, NGO, and government resources tailored to their unique needs. By simplifying the process of finding the right support, ChatBiz empowers entrepreneurs to grow and succeed.

About Locality Bank

Locality Bank combines the personal service of a community bank with innovative digital capabilities to serve South Florida businesses. Headquartered at 1400 South Andrews Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Locality Bank empowers local businesses to maximize their potential by blending relationship-driven banking with user-friendly technology. Visit www.localitybank.com, call (888) 238–5053, or email [email protected]. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube to stay connected.

Media Contact: Aimee Adler Cooke | 561-302-6902 | [email protected]

SOURCE Locality Bank