A key part of its Mission Statement stresses having the bank's values directly reflect those of the community and being a part of its social fabric. ECB desires to be a good neighbor and to pitch in and help when it can. In 1996, under the leadership of Arthur H. Keeney, III, President and Chief Executive Officer, the bank began to implement a strategic plan to improve career opportunities for our employees, provide superior returns for it's shareholders and ensure the delivery of Excellence in Community Banking to individuals, small business and agricultural customers in eastern North Carolina. The bank's management and employees take an active role in their communities by volunteering and otherwise giving of their time and expertise. The bank's staff is committed to helping our customers and each other.
Teamwork is an integral part of the bank's culture.
ECB contributes to many causes from scholarships and youth activities to economic development and civic involvement. Most businesses, schools and civic organizations in the bank's market territory are small, therefore the bank has decided to assist as many organizations as possible. Jr. The East Carolina Bank reflects the character of it's region and anticipates doing so for many years. The bank's primary business is the marketing of financial services to consumers, small businesses and agricultural customers. Besides traditional banking services, ECB offers Insurance and a variety of cash management products targeted to help even the smallest business manage their time and money.