Bank Atlantic, a financial institution whose primary goal is geared towards assisting its customer’s banking needs, opened a branch in the Pinecrest area in early May.

Henry J. Aguilera is vice president and manager of Bank Atlantic in Pinecrest.

With 67 branches located throughout Florida and ranked as the largest Florida-based bank that has been around for 50 years or more, Bank Atlantic has chosen Henry Aguilera to serve as vice president to manage and develop this specific market.

The choice was mainly due to Aguilera’s wide and extensive banking experience which spans over a period of 30 years. Working in all facets of banking as a bank examiner, commercial lender, administrator and private banking manager, Aguilera has the experience, knowledge, and care in the type of service that customers are looking for.

"We are a bank that cares about getting to know our customers. We build a relationship with them rather than just selling them our services and products," Aguilera said. "We are devoted and dedicated to customer satisfaction."

Offering personalized service is for what Bank Atlantic is best known.

"We want to be able to help people attain their goals and, to achieve this, we advise and assist them. My qualified staff will sit down and help them choose the best products for their specific needs."

This full-service bank understands the needs of the entrepreneur. One of the things it specializes in is helping the small business community. Bank Atlantic offers small business loans, commercial real estate loans and term loans. In addition, the bank offers automated cash management solutions, on-line banking options so you can bank from your home or office, and gives you a choice of simple and convenient checking accounts to fit your business needs.

You can maximize your earnings by using its High-yield Business Power Money Market Account, Zero/Target Balance Account and Power Sweep Account. There also is a full array of cash management services that will aid in operating your business more efficiently and profitably. These are just a few of the many services one can take advantage of by banking at Bank Atlantic.

"We provide all the services that larger banks provide. However, what makes us stand out is that we offer a small community bank flavor. I am excited to be a part of this vibrant community and to provide people with only the best care when it comes to banking," Aguilera said.

Lobby banking hours are Monday to Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and until 6 p.m. on Friday. The drive through lanes are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Both the lobby and drive through lanes are open from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday.