Inclusion & Diversity

A Message from Logan Pichel, our CEO and President:

Republic Bank is a community bank driven by purpose and personal touches. We strive to make life easier for our clients and associates through our actions including community engagement. We believe that it takes a well-rounded combination of people and ideas to foster creativity and ingenuity on the way to remaining a highly competitive company. This is only achievable by recognizing inclusion and diversity, and by reinforcing our ongoing efforts to reflect, anticipate and adapt to the core and changing demographics of the communities where we live and work.

We are determined to be a place where all members of the community including our associates, clients and suppliers feel comfortable and supported and where all associates have the opportunity to leverage their talents, achieve their full potential, and maximize their contributions to our clients and communities.

We believe our approach to inclusion and diversity is not only good business, it is the right thing to do for our clients, communities, associates and shareholders.

At Republic Bank, we know the importance of creating a culture of inclusion. We do this by integrating inclusion and diversity into every facet of our business. At Republic Bank, creating this inclusive culture means:

Our People

The associates of Republic Bank are key to our success as an organization. Republic Bank is committed to attracting, retaining and promoting top quality talent regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical ability and any other differences that make us unique. We identify and select the best candidates for all open positions based on qualifying factors for each job. Our associates are rewarded and recognized based on their individual results and performance. We recognize and respect all of the characteristics and differences that make each of our employees unique. We are dedicated to providing a workplace for our employees that is inclusive, supportive, and free of any form of discrimination or harassment.

We invest in our associates and communities we serve by:

Attracting and retaining the most talented and effective workforce.
Creating an atmosphere of respect that capitalizes on our differences.
Accessibility and accommodations for associates, enhancing the ability of each associate to realize his or her potential without barriers.
Volunteer and charitable giving programs that encourage associates to dedicate time and funds to the communities and charities they support.

Business Resource Groups (BRGs)

Republic Bank’s Business Resource Groups (BRGs) are associate-led, voluntary groups that offer opportunities to network internally and externally, attract a diverse associate base, and provide the inclusion of ideas and solutions to the diverse community that makes up Republic Bank. These groups consist of associates who have common interests, experiences, or backgrounds, along with the allies who support them. Our BRGs:

Empower us to build a more inclusive culture
Help us more effectively recruit, onboard, develop, and retain talent
Enable us to better understand the diverse needs of our consumers

In order to build this inclusive culture and way of doing business, it is important to learn about others’ experiences. Associates can also become Allies to learn and better understand the struggles others face and use their voices and actions to help. Our Allies:

Seek to understand
Take on a group’s struggles as their own
Show up and be an advocate, even when it’s uncomfortable
Help others gain the opportunities and advantages that they have

2024 ABA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award Winner
– Innovation Incentive Award –
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OUR BRGs INCLUDE:

CAREGIVERS BRG
The CAREGIVERS BRG is an associate-led, voluntary group that offers caregiver assistance, resources, education and support through empowerment, solutions and education.

CONEXION BRG
The Conexion BRG is an associate-led, self-directed, voluntary group that offers opportunities to network internally, to connect with our heritage and people within our communities. We aim to build a more inclusive and vibrant culture internally, to assist the Hispanic community in reaching their financial goals, and to drive external partnerships and business opportunities.

EMERGE BRG
The Emerge BRG is an associate-led, voluntary group that strives to give new and current associates an opportunity to network and build relationships through support, engagement, and education of the bank.

NIA BRG
The NIA BRG is an associate-led, self-directed, voluntary group that offers opportunities to network internally and attract a diverse associate base. NIA is open to all Associates and focuses on acknowledging, supporting, and uplifting the Black experience. The membership is made up of Black Republic Bank associates and their allies who work together to build a more inclusive and equitable work environment at the Bank so that the Bank can help build a more inclusive and equitable community.

PRIDE BRG
The PRIDE BRG is an associate-led, self-directed, voluntary group that offers opportunities to network internally, attract a diverse associate base, discuss ideas of new inclusion initiatives, and provide educational resources that will strengthen the inclusion and diversity efforts regarding topics pertaining to the LGBTQ+ community.

VETS BRG
The Veterans BRG is an associate-led, self-directed, voluntary group that recognizes the value Veterans bring to the workplace. The mission of the Veterans BRG is to serve as a strategic partner with Republic Bank by promoting a work environment that allows veterans to thrive in our culture by creating a positive and inclusive environment through increased learning, employee engagement, internal networking, and community involvement. To elevate awareness of veterans’ issues, provide mentoring and support to veteran employees, and share information concerning veteran initiatives.

WOMEN’S BRG
The Women’s BRG is an associate-led, that strives to help women realize their full potential through personal and professional development, networking, idea sharing, volunteerism and more, with the goal of promoting and supporting women in our organization, in the community, and in the markets in which we do business.

Our Clients

We provide our diverse client base with the same quality client experience across the board. We are doing this every day through our multi-language services and materials, and ongoing improvements to the accessibility of our banking center locations and all other client contact points. Our expanded contact center, interactive teller machines, and online banking channels give our clients access to Republic Bank when and how they need it.

Our Community

Republic Bank is a community bank, and it’s important to give back to the communities where our clients and associates live and work. We embrace our responsibility as a community business, and the opportunity to create more resilient and sustainable communities through not just our dollars but also volunteer hours. We believe that our communities are stronger when we support one another.

Our Suppliers

Republic Bank is committed to creating a level playing field for diverse suppliers by building and maintaining relationships with diverse-owned businesses. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity reaches beyond our organizational walls and extends into the communities where we conduct business. It is understood that the viability and expansion of the local business economy is directly linked to the success of small businesses and businesses owned by women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBT community and people with disabilities.