First Us Bancsh (NASDAQ:FUSB)ares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FUSB) is a bank holding company headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, providing a comprehensive range of commercial and retail banking services. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, First National Bank of Santa Fe, the company caters to individuals, small and medium-sized businesses, and professional clients. Core activities include deposit-taking, loan origination, treasury and cash management, and digital banking solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
The company offers a variety of products and services, including business checking and savings accounts, commercial and industrial lending, commercial real estate financing, residential mortgage lending, and consumer installment loans. In addition, it provides online and mobile banking platforms, merchant card processing, and remote deposit capture. These offerings are supported by a team of relationship managers who focus on personalized service and local decision-making.
Founded in the early 1990s, First US Bancshares has built a community-oriented banking franchise with multiple branch locations across New Mexico, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, Farmington, Los Alamos, and Las Cruces. The company emphasizes community involvement and economic development, supporting local initiatives through charitable contributions and participation in small business lending programs. This regional footprint enables the bank to maintain close ties with customers and respond swiftly to local market conditions.
Led by President and Chief Executive Officer Ike B. Brown, First US Bancshares maintains a strategic focus on organic growth, operational efficiency, and technology-driven customer experiences. Under Brown’s leadership, the company has invested in digital platforms and branch modernization while preserving the personalized service that underpins its community banking model. This balanced approach aims to strengthen the bank’s market position and deliver long-term value to stakeholders.
