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A message from your market president

Our team has deep experience specializing in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, and wholesale. We are committed to delivering the right solutions to meet the full banking needs of our clients, helping their businesses thrive. Find the team below and reach out today! We are excited to continue growing our relationship with you.

Joseph Sofia
Commercial Regional Market President
Central Ohio

Hear from our clients

WR Valuation and the Value of Trust

When WR Valuation prepared to break out on its own, the company faced a unique challenge. On paper, their business looked like a start-up, but in reality they had over 15 years of experience as an existing firm. When First Financial Bank found the solutions to immediately get them functioning at peak capacity, it was the beginning of a strong partnership built on trust.

Meet Jason Thomas - President & Co-Founder, Dry Ice Columbus

Launched as a new company in early 2020, Dry Ice Columbus started out small with only a business checking account. Growth accelerated quickly, especially as the development of COVID vaccines increased the need for dry ice. The company has benefited from First Financial Bank’s sound financial advice that supports their aggressive growth goals in a sustainable way.

Learn more

First Financial was checking in, asking us how we saw our growth in the next couple years. They encouraged us to think about the next step, if there was something else we wanted to do to grow.

Featured deals

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Food & Beverage Industry

  • Revolving Line of Credit

Human Services Non-Profit

  • Credit Facility

Food Manufacturer

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Community philanthropic initiatives

  • Columbus, OH

Open Door

A Columbus-based nonprofit provider for individuals with developmental disabilities, Open Door's mission and vision are to inspire life journeys and cultivate valued roles for all people. Their wide range of innovative programs and services help individuals find their passion, purpose, voice, and value.

  • Columbus, OH

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

First Financial Bank is committed to conducting business safely and sustainably. Our environmental commitment and long-term values are rooted within the local communities we serve. We are pleased to assist Franklin Park in continuing to connect the community to the natural experiences the Conservatory offers.

  • Columbus, OH

ONE Columbus

Serving our communities is part of First Financial Bank’s culture. Philanthropic donations are investments to create positive outcomes. We are proud to support ONE Columbus in their mission to build a strong and resilient regional economy.

Meet the team

Meet our team serving Central Ohio's commercial businesses.