Our team is here for you, for life!
In a time when it seems like so many banks are just the same, First United is here with the heart to be different. It’s not just that we’re locally owned with a team that lives and works in the places you call home, it’s that we’re dedicated to helping you. We build solutions that are so customized, you’d swear we only had one customer–you!
That’s why our customers call us “my bank.” We can’t wait for you to see just what we have to offer.
Latest from the Blog
Cristina Bolyard Named WestRidge Office Manager
Carmen Pennington, Regional Retail Manager at First United Bank & Trust, is pleased to announce the addition of Cristina Bolyard as the Community Office Manager for the WestRidge Community Office in Westover, WV.
Bulls & Bears Second Quarter 2026
Click here to read the latest Bulls & Bears newsletter from second Quarter 2026.
AI Fraud Is Booming: How to Outsmart It | First United
If it feels like the scam calls, texts, and DMs never stop, you’re not imagining it. Nearly half of Americans (46%) say they get messages every day that seem like scams, and 77% say it happens at least weekly, according to a U.S. News & World Report survey.
Americans Trust Banks Most to Protect Them from Fraud
When it comes to fraud protection, Americans trust banks more than any other industry, a new survey says. The national survey from Morning Consult, conducted on behalf of the American Bankers Association, revealed that Americans trust banks by a 5-to-1 margin over the next closest option.
Erica Riley earns Certified Associate in Project Management
First United Bank & Trust is proud to announce that Erica Riley, Project Specialist, has successfully earned her Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) designation from the Project Management Institute, an internationally recognized credential demonstrating excellence in foundational project management skills.
Tin Ly Joins as Mortgage Relationship Manager | First United
Scott Hostetler, Managing Director of Mortgage Solutions at First United Bank & Trust, is pleased to announce the addition of Tin Ly as a Mortgage Relationship Manager in the Frederick, MD, area.
Meet Our Team
Nakisha Aviles – Broadnax
Denise Greenbeck Hess
Nick Carrera
Shane Small
Scott Palmer
Regional Retail Manager
Nakisha Aviles – Broadnax
NMLS #699754
Email:navilesbroadnax@mybank.com
Phone:301-668-6035
Deposit Services Relationship Manager
Denise Greenbeck Hess
NMLS#864509
Email:dhess@mybank.com
Phone:240-850-2012
Vice President, Senior Wealth Advisor - Team Lead
Shane Small
Email:ssmall@mybank.com
Phone:301-393-3930
Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager
Scott Palmer
Email:spalmer@mybank.com
Phone:301-662-6314