CLIENT SPOTLIGHT

John Verdi, Hey Blue!

At Hey, Blue!, we believe that strong relationships are the foundation of meaningful community change—and our partnership with Cypress Bank & Trust has been a shining example of that belief in action.

From the very beginning, the Cypress Bank & Trust team has demonstrated unwavering support for our mission to build trust, empathy, and connection between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Their commitment has gone far beyond financial partnership; they’ve become genuine collaborators, offering guidance, encouragement, and resources that have helped our organization grow sustainably and stay true to our purpose.

We especially value the mentorship and partnership of Christine Rizzo Myers, Vice President at Cypress Bank & Trust. Her leadership, thoughtful counsel, and consistent belief in our vision have been instrumental in helping us navigate growth and strengthen our community impact. Christine embodies the kind of servant leadership and compassion that lies at the heart of both of our organizations.

Cypress Bank & Trust understands that investing in community isn’t just about dollars—it’s about relationships. Their leadership and staff have shown up for our events, believed in our mission, and shared in our efforts to create positive, lasting change. Their trust and partnership have been vital as we continue to expand the Hey, Blue! platform and bring our programs—from design-thinking circles to community tournaments—to new audiences across the country.

We are deeply grateful to have a banking partner that doesn’t just manage our accounts, but actively believes in and strengthens our mission. Cypress Bank & Trust is more than a financial institution; they’re a trusted ally in the work of rebuilding trust, one relationship at a time.

- John

Meet My Team

Chris Myers, Senior Relationship Manager, Senior Vice President at Cypress Bank & Trust

Chris Myers

Senior Relationship Manager, Senior Vice President
Marie Cevallos, Senior Personal Banker at Cypress Bank & Trust

Marie Cevallos

Senior Personal Banker
Megan Wing, Personal Banker II at Cypress Bank & Trust

Megan Wing

Personal Banker II

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