As Seen & Heard

Columbia, S.C. — 316 Financial has named Paige Whitaker as its new Growth & Partnerships Manager, bringing on an experienced communicator and relationship-builder to expand the bank’s mission-driven impact.

316 Financial—known as “the bank that tithes”—was founded to help people align their money with their faith. By tithing 10% of profits to charitable causes, the bank turns everyday banking into a force for good.

In her new role, Whitaker will lead partnership development with churches, associations rooted in Christian values, and values-based businesses across the country. She’ll focus on building meaningful relationships, activating new channels for community engagement, and helping organizations offer banking that reflects their beliefs.

Whitaker joins 316 Financial with more than 16 years of media and marketing experience, most recently at WLTX-TV in Columbia, S.C., where she led multimillion-dollar campaigns and earned repeated recognition for top performance. Her background spans client strategy, campaign development, and local outreach—making her uniquely suited to grow a brand rooted in purpose.

“316 isn’t just another bank—it’s a platform for doing good,” said Whitaker. “I’m excited to help organizations turn everyday banking into something bigger, and I look forward to partnering with those who share our passion for generosity and faith.”

As 316 Financial grows, Whitaker will also support media relations, brand storytelling, and grassroots initiatives that drive awareness and help more people experience banking uplifted.

To learn more about partnership opportunities, visit bank316.com. 

📩 Contact Paige:

[email protected]

About 316 Financial 

316 Financial is a mission-driven bank that aligns faith and finances, tithing 10% of annual profits to charitable causes. A division of Primis Bank, Member FDIC, 316 Financial offers modern, tech-driven banking solutions while prioritizing generosity and service.

Banking services are provided by 316 Financial, a division of Primis Bank, Member FDIC. Deposits at 316 Financial, Primis Bank, and any of its divisions, brands, or affiliates are aggregated to determine FDIC insurance coverage.

Jason Williams, Director of Banking Services, and Mandi Gilbert, Director of Marketing at 316 Financial had the pleasure of sitting down on Faith Talk Today to discuss all things 316 with producer Ezra Ortiz.

Together, Jason and Mandi explore how 316 Financial is reimagining banking by putting faith at the forefront of every decision, why 316 was created and what they really mean when they say that 316 Financial is the bank that tithes.

Watch the video below, or visit faithtalk970.com to listen to the full conversation.

bank316.com Named Kentico Site of the Month

We built 316 Financial to be different. Purpose-driven. Faith-forward. And designed with intention at every step. That includes our website—bank316.com—which was thoughtfully crafted to reflect the heart of our mission and make it easy for customers to engage with a bank that gives back.

Last month, that work was recognized in a new way: bank316.com has been named Kentico’s Site of the Month.

Kentico is a global content management system trusted by enterprise brands around the world, and their Site of the Month award highlights websites that stand out for innovation, performance, and design. Being chosen is an honor—and a reminder that even our digital presence can reflect something deeper.

We’re incredibly proud of this recognition, but even more proud of the team behind it. From our designers and developers to our strategists and storytellers, every person who touched this site poured in their talent and care. They helped bring 316 to life online—and ensured that our values shine through, even in the small details.

At 316, we believe your bank should stand for something more. That’s why we tithe 10% of profits to causes that uplift and inspire. It’s why we aim for excellence in every experience we deliver. And it’s why moments like this matter—because they help us share our mission with even more people.

Thanks to Kentico for the spotlight—and to our community for being the reason behind the work. We’re just getting started.

We had the privilege of joining Jamal Banks of WFMV to talk about 316 Financial—what inspired us, how we’re different, and why we believe your bank should reflect your values.

“We realized people choose their churches, schools, and even grocery stores based on shared faith, but banks don’t really function that way,” states Ann-Stanton Gore, Chief Marketing Officer. “And we started asking—why not? Why not us?”

In the interview, Ann-Stanton shares how 316 Financial was born out of a desire to bring faith and finances together in a meaningful way. From our commitment to tithing 10% of profits to the organizations that align with our values, to the practical tools we offer to help you steward your resources well, we share our goal of being a partner in your financial peace. 

Listen to the full interview with WFMV right here.

We were honored to be featured on WOAD 1300 AM in Jackson, Mississippi—a trusted voice in urban gospel radio.

Markeia Johnson, who leads our Financial Stewardship Committee at 316 Financial, shared how our bank is reimagining what it means to align faith and finances. She touched on our mission, our commitment to tithing 10% of profits to causes that uplift, and why stewardship matters now more than ever.

If you missed it live, you can catch the full segment right here:

🎧 Listen to the interview 

We’re grateful to WOAD for the opportunity—and to every listener who’s exploring how banking can be a force for good.

We recently had the privilege of joining Pastor Bruce Oliver on Talks for Christ, a podcast that highlights faith-driven ministries and organizations. In this conversation, we shared the heart behind 316 Financial and shared more about how we tithe 10% of our profits causes that reflect His teachings.

“Banking doesn’t have to be just transactional,” said team member, Mandi Gilbert, “It can be intentional.”

We discussed what it means to connect faith and finance, how everyday banking can become an act of generosity, and why tithing is central to our mission.

▶️ Click here to listen to the full episode 

Or visit TalksForChrist.com to explore more.