Centrust Bank

Centrust Bank We understand entrepreneurship because we are entrepreneurs ourselves. In 2025, SmartBiz Loans acquired United Community Bancshares, Inc.

Centrust Bank, a division of SmartBiz Bank, N.A., is a Chicago-based community bank dedicated to serving small to medium-sized businesses with a strong focus on business lending. We offer a full suite of commercial banking solutions, including conventional and SBA loan products, to help entrepreneurs secure the capital they need to grow and thrive. Our team of experienced commercial bankers delive

rs customized financial solutions and deep industry expertise, ensuring our clients have the tools and capital necessary to scale their businesses successfully. We offer more than just banking: By connecting clients with valuable professional resources in accounting, wealth management, insurance, and legal services as well as prioritizing personal relationships, we are our clients’ trusted financial partner. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Centrust Bank, N.A. The combined company, SmartBiz Bank, N.A, is now operating under the bank holding company SmartBiz Bancshares, Inc. Centrust Bank’s core mission remains unchanged: providing personalized, high-quality banking services to small business owners and entrepreneurs. As a part of SmartBiz Bank, we’ve enhanced our capabilities by combining our relationship-driven banking approach with SmartBiz’s innovative, technology-powered SBA lending platform. This complementary union allows us to expand our reach and impact, providing robust banking and lending services for current and future small business owners nationwide.

You may now open a Centrust Bank CD account online, making it easier to take the next step toward your savings goals.Vis...
09/01/2026

You may now open a Centrust Bank CD account online, making it easier to take the next step toward your savings goals.

Visit our website to get started: https://hubs.ly/Q04vyzgt0

For many business owners, a community bank relationship also means having a banking team that understands your goals.At ...
08/28/2026

For many business owners, a community bank relationship also means having a banking team that understands your goals.

At Centrust Bank, we believe banking should be built on relationships. We take the time to understand your business, your priorities, and the opportunities ahead—so we may be a resource not only for your banking needs, but also for the broader conversations that help businesses move forward.

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A financing opportunity may come with a lot of questions. Having your financial information organized before you need it...
08/25/2026

A financing opportunity may come with a lot of questions. Having your financial information organized before you need it may make those conversations easier.

Depending on the financing request, a lender may ask for information such as:
📄 Current financial statements
💵 Cash flow information
🧾 Business tax returns
📊 Existing debt information
🎯 Details about how financing would be used

Preparation doesn’t guarantee loan approval, but it may help you enter the conversation with a stronger understanding of your numbers.

For many businesses, preparing for the year-end rush means purchasing inventory well before sales come in. Planning earl...
08/20/2026

For many businesses, preparing for the year-end rush means purchasing inventory well before sales come in. Planning early may help you balance seasonal needs with the cash required for payroll, rent, marketing, shipping, and other day-to-day expenses.

Now may be a good time to:
• Review last year’s Q4 sales and top-performing products
• Factor in supplier lead times and possible delays
• Plan for seasonal staffing, marketing, and fulfillment costs
• Consider whether financing could help support inventory purchases or other eligible working capital needs
• Keep enough cash available for ongoing operations

The goal isn’t simply to stock up. It’s to have the right inventory at the right time while keeping cash flow in mind.

Whether you’re opening another location, purchasing property, investing in equipment, or growing your team, bringing you...
08/18/2026

Whether you’re opening another location, purchasing property, investing in equipment, or growing your team, bringing your banker into the conversation early may help you plan your next move with greater clarity.

A strong banking relationship may help you think through project costs, working capital needs, financial documentation, and potential financing options before major commitments are made.

Read our latest blog to learn how your banking relationship may help support your next stage of growth: https://hubs.ly/Q04ttjcp0

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Learn the signs that business equipment may need replacement, how to compare costs, and which funding options may support your next purchase.

Seasonal inventory, staffing and operating expenses may place added pressure on cash flow. An SBA loan may provide eligi...
08/14/2026

Seasonal inventory, staffing and operating expenses may place added pressure on cash flow. An SBA loan may provide eligible businesses with the working capital needed to prepare for the months ahead.

At Centrust Bank, we’ll help you explore financing options that align with your business goals.

Member FDIC

Before making a big financial decision, consider more than one possible outcome.Scenario planning may help you understan...
08/12/2026

Before making a big financial decision, consider more than one possible outcome.
Scenario planning may help you understand how the decision could affect your business under different conditions.

Consider asking:
📈 What happens if revenue exceeds expectations?
📊 What if sales remain about the same?
📉 What if revenue slows or expenses come in higher than planned?
💵 How would each scenario affect cash flow and available reserves?
🗓️ Would your business still be comfortable with the commitment six or twelve months from now?

You can’t predict every outcome. But thinking through different scenarios may help you identify risks, evaluate your options, and make more informed financial decisions.

More frequent repairs, slower production, employee workarounds, and recurring downtime may all be signs that it is time ...
08/10/2026

More frequent repairs, slower production, employee workarounds, and recurring downtime may all be signs that it is time to consider an equipment replacement.

Planning early gives your business more time to:
🔧 Compare repair and replacement costs
📊 Evaluate productivity and operating expenses
📝 Request vendor quotes
💵 Explore funding options before the need becomes urgent

Our latest blog explains how to recognize the warning signs, calculate the full cost of replacement, and prepare for a productive financing conversation.
https://hubs.ly/Q04rDCcf0

Member FDIC

Learn the signs that business equipment may need replacement, how to compare costs, and which funding options may support your next purchase.

As your business evolves, your financing needs may change. Refinancing existing debt may help align your current obligat...
08/07/2026

As your business evolves, your financing needs may change. Refinancing existing debt may help align your current obligations with your business goals.

Depending on the new loan terms, potential benefits may include improved cash flow, lower interest costs, consolidated payments and more predictable monthly expenses.

A better-aligned debt structure may also provide greater flexibility to manage operating costs, plan for the future and pursue new opportunities.

At Centrust Bank, we help small business owners explore their financing options and find a path forward that supports their goals.

Member FDIC

Over time, your bank typically gains a better understanding of your business, including its cash flow, deposit activity,...
08/03/2026

Over time, your bank typically gains a better understanding of your business, including its cash flow, deposit activity, and financial management. While no banking relationship guarantees loan approval, working with a bank that knows your business may help make future financing conversations more productive.

At Centrust Bank, we take the time to understand your goals and help you explore financing options that support sustainable growth.

Member FDIC

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385 Waukegan Road
Northbrook, IL
60062

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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