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Your Story is Our Story

At OlyFed, we understand that every business is unique. That’s why we take pride in partnering with our customers to achieve their financial goals. Hear from real business owners like you, sharing their stories of success and how our banking solutions helped them navigate the journey. Get inspired, discover new possibilities, and see how your story can become part of our shared success.

Lifetime Legal

“We’re all about long-term relationships, just like OlyFed.”

As local real estate planning attorneys, Lifetime Legal believes in long-term relationships and OlyFed has been their mutual bank for more than 25 years. From trusted management of client funds to navigating the unique challenges posed in probate and trust administration, the OlyFed business banking team has always been there for them. When the partners wanted to buy their office building, OlyFed was there again to eliminate red tape. Lifetime Legal understands what local businesses have known for 118 years; OlyFed puts real relationships above the bottom line.

Olympic Rental

“They reinvest locally to help build the wealth of the community – it’s really made a difference.”

When Todd Monohon’s company was ready for its first solo commercial development project to rehab an aging building downtown, OlyFed was happy to be his reliable financial partner. “Best thing working with OlyFed is, they make it easy to go through loan process, coming to me with a personable level of support that’ll be there throughout the life of the loan.”

Oly Artesians

“It’s like OlyFed believes our success is their personal responsibility.” 

As the Oly Town Artesians Football Club has become a local soccer phenomenon, they’ve recruited OlyFed as their MVP financial partner. With deep ties into our supportive business community, OlyFed provides much more than its robust Pathfinder Business Checking Account, they provide expert support and insight. “I get regular calls from my business banker with great ideas and growth opportunities. He’s always so helpful and curious about how they can benefit us.”

Sofie's Scoops

“The difference is a closeness we never imagined a bank could have.” 

When Sofie and her business and life partner Chris moved to Olympia to open a their specialty gelato shop, she knew she wanted a relationship with just the right bank. Sofie walked from place to place, visiting different institutions until she came to OlyFed and found the friendly small-town bank feel she wanted.

Delmonico's Butcher Shop

“I wanted a bank that’s local, with real people to talk to, who would know who I am.”

Since opening Delmonico’s as an “old world” butcher shop in 2019, Brian has carried on a proud family tradition of providing sustainable, locally sourced meats and artisanal grocery items. With assistance from his longtime friends at OlyFed, Brian credits the bank’s flexible, professional business banking services as a key factor in his success.

OlyWines

“I walk in there and it’s like catching up with my long-loved brothers and sisters.”

Since opening OlyWines in 2022, owner Ed Schlich has captured the interests and imagination of wine enthusiasts from around the region. In the process of creating a personalized experience for his customers, he discovered a business banking ally right next door to his specialty shop; the Tumwater branch of OlyFed.

Red Lantern Asian Fusion

“They feel like friends, always so welcoming.”

Since opening her Asian fusion restaurant five years ago, Yen Ju Lin (“Tiffany”) and her husband, business partner and chef Hung Pham, have relied on OlyFed’s flexible and friendly business banking services to keep transactions tracked, accounts in order and life a little easier. A believer in supportive communities, Tiffany and Hung know OlyFed’s reputation for philanthropy, leadership and integrity as the area’s only local mutual bank.

Boys & Girls Clubs

“OlyFed is more than just a bank; they’re a true partner in our mission.”

When Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County (BGCTC) opened their doors in 2001, OlyFed was one of the organization’s early investors. From board leadership and volunteer support, to financial assistance and program tools and resources, OlyFed has and continues to show up for the thousands of local kids served by the Clubs.

Coffee Pub NW

“OlyFed believed in our vision and walked alongside us every step of the way.”

When the owners of Coffee Pub NW were ready to make their dream a reality, OlyFed was the trusted partner they could count on to be there for them every step of the way through the SBA loan process. OlyFed went above and beyond in helping to map out financing that provided leasehold improvements, equipment purchases, inventory and working capital. Their expertise made for a stress-free experience and was beyond what was expected from a bank.

Shiny Prize

“Working with OlyFed is working with a community of people who are actively looking for ways to help your business.”

When Tim Zohn moved to Olympia, he knew he wanted to make his dream of owning a bar a reality. As he navigated the local business landscape, OlyFed kept coming up.

From the start, OlyFed made the process seamless, establishing all his accounts, setting him up with a business credit card to assist with unexpected renovation expenses and providing professional insight and a helping hand no matter the hurdle.

Tim especially appreciates OlyFed’s genuine care and involvement in furthering the health and economic development of our community. He’s seen firsthand how OlyFed puts relationships with a personal touch above the bottom line.

North Mason Food Bank

“When I interact with OlyFed, it’s like working with part of my team.”

Tara is deeply impressed with OlyFed’s people and culture of giving back, donating 10 percent of profits to organizations like the Food Bank. She loves how OlyFed balances responsive professionalism with small-town friendliness and caring. Tara is learning what generations of civic-minded locals have understood for 118 years: OlyFed is all about putting real relationships above the bottom line.

Salt Hair Lounge

Photo of staff of Salt Hair all dressed in jean pants and white tops posing together.

“We were so impressed with the kindness and personal attention we received from OlyFed”

Katie Breland, a stylist with over 15 years of experience, was working at a local salon when she and her husband, Trent, were approached about potentially investing. Instead, the couple decided this was the perfect opportunity to create something of their own. With OlyFed as their financial partner, the Brelands bought the salon, made improvements and launched Salt Hair Lounge. “They made the process simple and easy, and we knew we had a long-term partner with OlyFed because of their commitment to our community, thoughtful advice and support.”

Peterson Bros. LLC

“It only takes one person to believe in your vision. OlyFed stepped up and made it happen for us.” 

When these Yelm-area brothers wanted to grow their construction business into custom homes and commercial spaces, OlyFed took the time to build personal relationships with the Petersons and their customers, rolling construction loans into permanent financing and servicing loans right here — the way a local mutual bank should. Eric and Casey know what locals have understood for 118 years; OlyFed puts real relationships above the bottom line.